Needs Improvement
#824 of 842 schools in PR
Antonio Valero Bernabe
Middle School · PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
PO BOX 953, Fajardo, PR 00738
Enrollment
211
Student-Teacher
10:1
Score
3.1
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
211
Student-Teacher
10:1
Score
3.1
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Puerto Rico schools
#824 of 842
In Fajardo
#10 of 10
public schools
In district
#824 of 842
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
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About Antonio Valero Bernabe
Antonio Valero Bernabe is a public middle school in Fajardo, PR, part of PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION. Antonio Valero Bernabe serves approximately 211 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 10:1 student-teacher ratio. Antonio Valero Bernabe has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.1 out of 10 and ranks #824 of 842 schools in PR.
Structured state assessment records for Antonio Valero Bernabe show 1% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 21% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
- This school 3.1 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 4.7
- PR avg 4.7
What Parents Should Know
The chronic absenteeism rate at Antonio Valero Bernabe was 79% in the 2022-23 school year, which is above the national average. Chronic absenteeism (missing 15 or more school days) can affect classroom dynamics and pacing. Parents should ask about the school's attendance support programs and what resources are available to help families address barriers to consistent attendance.
Score Breakdown
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Antonio Valero Bernabe — Students at Antonio Valero Bernabe score 11% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
91%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores PR EDFACTS (2017-18)
Based on 18 test records from PR state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 4.4/10.
How Antonio Valero Bernabe Compares
See how Antonio Valero Bernabe performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
PO BOX 953, Fajardo, PR 00738
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Antonio Valero Bernabe may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. JOSEFINA FERRERO (rated 7.8/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is RAFAEL N. COCA (rated 5.3/10, 4.8 miles away, in nearby Luquillo), which scores notably higher. Additionally, IRMA PEDRAZA RUIZ (rated 2.9/10, 4.7 miles away, in nearby Ceiba), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Fajardo, see our Fajardo schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 8.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| DR. SANTIAGO VEVE CALZADA Fajardo | 0.1 mi | 3.9 |
| RAMON QUINONES PACHECO Fajardo | 0.4 mi | 7.4 |
| GABINO SOTO Fajardo | 0.6 mi | 5.4 |
| JOSEFINA FERRERO Fajardo | 0.7 mi | 7.8 |
| BERTA ZALDUONDO Fajardo | 1.2 mi | 9.2 |
| INES ENCARNACION Fajardo | 1.4 mi | 9.0 |
| ROSA PASCUAL PARIS Fajardo | 1.6 mi | 8.0 |
| MARIA I. DONES Fajardo | 2.2 mi | 8.6 |
| ANA DELIA FLORES SANTANA Fajardo | 2.3 mi | 5.7 |
| SANTIAGO IGLESIAS PANTIN CEIBA Ceiba | 4.7 mi | 5.1 |
| IRMA PEDRAZA RUIZ Ceiba | 4.7 mi | 2.9 |
| SUPERIOR ISIDRO A. SANCHEZ Luquillo | 4.8 mi | 5.6 |
| RAFAEL N. COCA Luquillo | 4.8 mi | 5.3 |
| DON LUIS MUNOZ MARIN Ceiba | 5.0 mi | 6.8 |
| ALEJANDRINA RIOS BANABE Luquillo | 4.9 mi | 8.6 |
| CAMILO VALLES MATIENZO Luquillo | 5.4 mi | 8.1 |
| CENTRO RESIDENCIAL OPORTUNIDADES EDUCATIVAS DE CEIBA (CROEC) Ceiba | 7.9 mi | 9.0 |
| SILVERIO GARCIA Naguabo | 8.2 mi | 5.4 |
| RAFAEL REXACH DUENO Rio Grande | 8.4 mi | 7.2 |
| QUEBRADA GRANDE Naguabo | 8.8 mi | 8.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 00738 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$25,365
Median Home Value
$118,800
Median Rent
$617/mo
Population
29,797
College Educated
30%
Homeownership
69.5%
Avg Commute
26.3 min
Poverty Rate
40.8%
Median Age
44.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ONOFRE CARBALLEIRA Catano, PR | 3.0 |
| MARCELINO RODRIGUEZ ROMAN Moca, PR | 3.3 |
| MARIANO FELIU BALSEIRO Bayamon, PR | 3.3 |
| IRMA PEDRAZA RUIZ Ceiba, PR | 2.9 |
| LUIS RAMOS GONZALEZ Caguas, PR | 2.7 |
| 20 DE SEPTIEMBRE DE 1988 Vieques, PR | 3.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Antonio Valero Bernabe
What grades does Antonio Valero Bernabe serve?
Antonio Valero Bernabe serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Antonio Valero Bernabe?
Antonio Valero Bernabe has an enrollment of approximately 211 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Antonio Valero Bernabe?
The student-teacher ratio at Antonio Valero Bernabe is 10:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Antonio Valero Bernabe rank in PR?
Antonio Valero Bernabe ranks #824 of 842 schools in PR.
What is Antonio Valero Bernabe's MySchoolScout rating?
Antonio Valero Bernabe has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Antonio Valero Bernabe?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Antonio Valero Bernabe has 1% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 21% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
Is Antonio Valero Bernabe a charter school?
No, Antonio Valero Bernabe is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Antonio Valero Bernabe a Title I school?
No, Antonio Valero Bernabe is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Antonio Valero Bernabe?
91.0% of students at Antonio Valero Bernabe qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 211
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 21
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 91.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small Suburb
- County
- Fajardo Municipio
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 79.1%
- Phone
- (787) 863-0024
Resources & Links
District
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION- District Enrollment
- 240,910
- Schools in District
- 858
- District Rank
- #824 of 842
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