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Bartolome De Las Casas

Elementary School · PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION

PO BOX 5000257, San German, PR 00683

Enrollment

148

Student-Teacher

9.9:1

Score

5.6

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Puerto Rico schools

#527 of 842

In San German

#7 of 9

public schools

In district

#527 of 842

PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION

School environment

9.4 / 10

Excellent

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Bartolome De Las Casas

5.6/10

Elementary School in San German · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Bartolome De Las Casas

Bartolome De Las Casas is a public elementary school in San German, PR, part of PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION. Bartolome De Las Casas serves approximately 148 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 9.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Bartolome De Las Casas has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #527 of 842 schools in PR.

Structured state assessment records for Bartolome De Las Casas show 67% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 73% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).

How it compares1.4 pts below district
  • This school 5.6 · Average
  • District avg 7.0
  • PR avg 7.0

What Parents Should Know

With an enrollment of 148 students, Bartolome De Las Casas is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.

With a student-teacher ratio of 9.9:1, Bartolome De Las Casas 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.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.4Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data9
Annual Change-0.73 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2018
TrendStable
Academics6.9Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency37% (2018 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency52% (2018 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency45% (2018 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)50% (model expectation from 2018 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-5.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile55th
Resources & Environment9.4Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio9.9:1
Chronic Absenteeism0.7%

Bartolome De Las Casas — Students at Bartolome De Las Casas score 44% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 50%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

90.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores PR EDFACTS (2017-18)

Math Proficiency 67.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2018)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 72.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2018)
School
State
N/A

Based on 18 test records from PR state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
47%
ELA
52%
2011
Math
67%
ELA
77%
2012
Math
82%
ELA
97.5%
2013
Math
97.5%
ELA
92%
2014
Math
72%
ELA
57%
2015
Math
52%
ELA
62%
2016
Math
82%
ELA
92%
2017
Math
67%
ELA
72%
2018
Math
37%
ELA
52%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 3.4/10.

How Bartolome De Las Casas Compares

See how Bartolome De Las Casas performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.6/10
38th percentile in PR
Academic
6.9/10
Average
Growth
3.4/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
9.4/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
91%
Teaching Staff
10:1 student-teacher ratio
15 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
0.7%

Location

PO BOX 5000257, San German, PR 00683

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Bartolome De Las Casas may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. HENRY W. LONGFELLOW (rated 9.3/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is HERMINIA C. RAMIREZ (rated 9.3/10, 4.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ROSENDO MATIENZO CINTRON (rated 9.0/10, 3.9 miles away, in nearby Lajas), which scores notably higher. For more schools in San German, see our San German schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 6.4 mi
School Distance Rating
FRANCISCO MARIA QUINONES San German 1.5 mi 5.2
LOLA RODRIGUEZ DE TIO San German 1.9 mi 5.7
HENRY W. LONGFELLOW San German 2.0 mi 9.3
MARIANO ABRIL San German 2.4 mi 8.8
JULIO V. GUZMAN San German 2.8 mi 5.3
JOSE R. GAZTAMBIDE Sabana Grande 3.6 mi 6.1
BLANCA MALARET Sabana Grande 3.6 mi 7.8
ROSENDO MATIENZO CINTRON Lajas 3.9 mi 9.0
HERMINIA C. RAMIREZ San German 4.0 mi 9.3
LUIS NEGRON LOPEZ Sabana Grande 4.2 mi 5.6
LEONIDES MORALES RODRIGUEZ Lajas 4.4 mi 5.6
LUIS MUNOZ RIVERA LAJAS Lajas 4.6 mi 4.7
ELEMENTAL URBANA DE LAJAS Lajas 4.9 mi 7.7
GEORGINA ALVARADO San German 5.0 mi 7.9
JUAN CANCIO ORTIZ DE LA RENTA Lajas 5.8 mi 6.7
DAVID ANTONGIORGI CORDOVA Sabana Grande 6.0 mi 7.4
SUPERIOR NUEVA DE MARICAO Maricao 6.2 mi 5.7
LA CARMEN Maricao 6.2 mi 8.6
INDIERA FRIA Maricao 6.2 mi 8.1
RAUL YBARRA Maricao 6.4 mi 3.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 00683 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$18,231

Median Home Value

$100,600

Median Rent

$466/mo

Population

29,431

College Educated

24.2%

Homeownership

67.2%

Avg Commute

25.7 min

Poverty Rate

50.6%

Median Age

47.5

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Bartolome De Las Casas

What grades does Bartolome De Las Casas serve?

Bartolome De Las Casas serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.

How many students attend Bartolome De Las Casas?

Bartolome De Las Casas has an enrollment of approximately 148 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Bartolome De Las Casas?

The student-teacher ratio at Bartolome De Las Casas is 9.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Bartolome De Las Casas rank in PR?

Bartolome De Las Casas ranks #527 of 842 schools in PR.

What is Bartolome De Las Casas's MySchoolScout rating?

Bartolome De Las Casas has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 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 Bartolome De Las Casas?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Bartolome De Las Casas has 67% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 73% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).

Is Bartolome De Las Casas a charter school?

No, Bartolome De Las Casas is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Bartolome De Las Casas a Title I school?

No, Bartolome De Las Casas is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Bartolome De Las Casas?

90.5% of students at Bartolome De Las Casas qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
148
Student-Teacher Ratio
9.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
15
Free/Reduced Lunch
90.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Small Suburb
County
San Germán Municipio
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
0.7%

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academics, and learning environment — plus college readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, with growth counting most in elementary and middle grades. Equity data is shown for context but is not factored into the score. Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

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