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#611 of 842 schools in PR
Aristides Cales Quiros
School · PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
PO BOX 560357, Guayanilla, PR 00656
Enrollment
237
Student-Teacher
8.8:1
Score
5.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 10th
Enrollment
237
Student-Teacher
8.8:1
Score
5.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 10th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Puerto Rico schools
#611 of 842
In Guayanilla
#6 of 6
public schools
In district
#611 of 842
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
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About Aristides Cales Quiros
Aristides Cales Quiros is a public school in Guayanilla, PR, part of PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION. Aristides Cales Quiros serves approximately 237 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-10th, and has a 8.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Aristides Cales Quiros has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10 and ranks #611 of 842 schools in PR.
Structured state assessment records for Aristides Cales Quiros show 6% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
- This school 5.1 · Average
- District avg 6.3
- PR avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
With a student-teacher ratio of 8.8:1, Aristides Cales Quiros offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.
The chronic absenteeism rate at Aristides Cales Quiros was 44% 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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Aristides Cales Quiros — Students at Aristides Cales Quiros score 28% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
91.1%
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
↑ ImprovingAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.6/10.
How Aristides Cales Quiros Compares
See how Aristides Cales Quiros performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
PO BOX 560357, Guayanilla, PR 00656
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Aristides Cales Quiros may also want to explore other schools in the area. RAMON PEREZ PURCELL (rated 7.0/10, 3.9 miles away, in nearby Penuelas), which scores notably higher. Another option is DALILA TORRES (rated 6.7/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, GLORIA MARIA BORRERO OLIVERAS (rated 6.3/10, 2.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Guayanilla, see our Guayanilla schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| DALILA TORRES Guayanilla | 0.5 mi | 6.7 |
| ASUNCION RODRIGUEZ DE SALA Guayanilla | 1.1 mi | 5.9 |
| HERMINIO ARZOLA EMMANUELLI Guayanilla | 1.4 mi | 8.9 |
| HIPOLITO GARCIA BORRERO Guayanilla | 2.1 mi | 5.5 |
| GLORIA MARIA BORRERO OLIVERAS Guayanilla | 2.7 mi | 6.3 |
| PROFESORA LUISA MONSEGUR VELEZ Yauco | 3.5 mi | 9.3 |
| RAMON PEREZ PURCELL Penuelas | 3.9 mi | 7.0 |
| SANTIAGO NEGRONI Yauco | 3.8 mi | 8.0 |
| ERNESTO RAMOS ANTONINI YAUCO Yauco | 3.9 mi | 9.3 |
| LUIS MUNOZ RIVERA YAUCO Yauco | 3.9 mi | 7.7 |
| ELVIRA VICENTE Yauco | 3.9 mi | 5.8 |
| SUPERIOR OCUPACIONAL Y TECNICA DE YAUCO Yauco | 4.6 mi | 6.0 |
| JOSE ONOFRE TORRES Yauco | 4.7 mi | 4.5 |
| ARTURO LLUBERAS Yauco | 4.9 mi | 8.6 |
| JORGE LUCAS VALDIVIESO Penuelas | 5.0 mi | 7.0 |
| JOSEFA VELEZ BAUZA Penuelas | 5.1 mi | 5.6 |
| LOAIZA CORDERO DEL ROSARIO Yauco | 5.1 mi | 6.2 |
| RAFAEL IRIZARRY RIVERA Penuelas | 5.1 mi | 5.6 |
| INES MARIA MENDOZA YAUCO Yauco | 5.1 mi | 9.3 |
| WEBSTER Penuelas | 5.3 mi | 8.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 00656 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$21,511
Median Home Value
$84,900
Median Rent
$435/mo
Population
17,815
College Educated
25.1%
Homeownership
73.2%
Avg Commute
25.1 min
Poverty Rate
49%
Median Age
45.1
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| ANGELICA GOMEZ DE BETANCOURT Arecibo, PR | 4.6 |
| FERMIN DELGADO DIAZ Naguabo, PR | 4.6 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Aristides Cales Quiros
What grades does Aristides Cales Quiros serve?
Aristides Cales Quiros serves students in grades Kindergarten through 10th.
How many students attend Aristides Cales Quiros?
Aristides Cales Quiros has an enrollment of approximately 237 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Aristides Cales Quiros?
The student-teacher ratio at Aristides Cales Quiros is 8.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Aristides Cales Quiros rank in PR?
Aristides Cales Quiros ranks #611 of 842 schools in PR.
What is Aristides Cales Quiros's MySchoolScout rating?
Aristides Cales Quiros has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 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 Aristides Cales Quiros?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Aristides Cales Quiros has 6% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
Is Aristides Cales Quiros a charter school?
No, Aristides Cales Quiros is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Aristides Cales Quiros a Title I school?
No, Aristides Cales Quiros is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Aristides Cales Quiros?
91.1% of students at Aristides Cales Quiros 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
- Kindergarten – 10th
- Enrollment
- 237
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 27
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 91.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small Suburb
- County
- Guayanilla Municipio
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 43.5%
- Phone
- (787) 835-7451
Resources & Links
District
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION- District Enrollment
- 240,910
- Schools in District
- 858
- District Rank
- #611 of 842
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