Excellent
#16 of 842 schools in PR
Top 2% in state
Benicia Velez
Elementary School · PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
PO BOX 48, Yauco, PR 00698
Enrollment
123
Student-Teacher
11.2:1
Score
9.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
123
Student-Teacher
11.2:1
Score
9.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Puerto Rico schools
#16 of 842
In Yauco
#1 of 15
public schools
In district
#16 of 842
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
Academic performance
9.8 / 10
Excellent
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About Benicia Velez
Benicia Velez is a public elementary school in Yauco, PR, part of PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION. Benicia Velez serves approximately 123 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 11.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Benicia Velez has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.4 out of 10 and ranks #16 of 842 schools in PR.
Structured state assessment records for Benicia Velez show 67% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 74% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
- This school 9.4 · Excellent
- District avg 7.0
- PR avg 7.0
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 123 students, Benicia Velez 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.
Score Breakdown
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Benicia Velez — Students at Benicia Velez score 84% proficient, which is above 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: 9.5/10.
How Benicia Velez Compares
See how Benicia Velez performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
PO BOX 48, Yauco, PR 00698
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Benicia Velez may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ELSA E. COUTO ANNONI (rated 9.5/10, 4.4 miles away, in nearby Guanica), with a very similar rating. Another option is INES MARIA MENDOZA YAUCO (rated 9.3/10, 0.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, PROFESORA LUISA MONSEGUR VELEZ (rated 9.3/10, 2.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Yauco, see our Yauco schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| LOAIZA CORDERO DEL ROSARIO Yauco | 0.6 mi | 6.2 |
| INES MARIA MENDOZA YAUCO Yauco | 0.6 mi | 9.3 |
| JOSE ONOFRE TORRES Yauco | 1.0 mi | 4.5 |
| ARTURO LLUBERAS Yauco | 1.0 mi | 8.6 |
| MAGUEYES II Guanica | 1.1 mi | 5.3 |
| SUPERIOR OCUPACIONAL Y TECNICA DE YAUCO Yauco | 1.1 mi | 6.0 |
| LUIS A. FERRE AGUAYO Yauco | 1.6 mi | 7.1 |
| ALMACIGO ALTO II Yauco | 1.8 mi | 8.2 |
| ERNESTO RAMOS ANTONINI YAUCO Yauco | 1.7 mi | 9.3 |
| ELVIRA VICENTE Yauco | 1.8 mi | 5.8 |
| LUIS MUNOZ RIVERA YAUCO Yauco | 1.8 mi | 7.7 |
| SANTIAGO NEGRONI Yauco | 1.8 mi | 8.0 |
| PROFESORA LUISA MONSEGUR VELEZ Yauco | 2.6 mi | 9.3 |
| LUIS MUNOZ RIVERA GUANICA Guanica | 2.8 mi | 8.9 |
| DAVID ANTONGIORGI CORDOVA Sabana Grande | 4.2 mi | 7.4 |
| JAIME CASTANER Yauco | 4.4 mi | 6.2 |
| ELSA E. COUTO ANNONI Guanica | 4.4 mi | 9.5 |
| AUREA E. QUILES CLAUDIO Guanica | 4.5 mi | 5.6 |
| AGRIPINA SEDA Guanica | 4.8 mi | 5.0 |
| MARIA L. MCDOUGALL Guanica | 4.8 mi | 7.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 00698 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$21,921
Median Home Value
$99,100
Median Rent
$521/mo
Population
32,945
College Educated
27.2%
Homeownership
74%
Avg Commute
20 min
Poverty Rate
44.8%
Median Age
46.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| JESUS MANUEL SUAREZ Carolina, PR | 9.4 |
| AMALIA MARIN PRIMARIA San Juan, PR | 9.3 |
| DR. EFRAIN GONZALEZ TEJERA Utuado, PR | 9.5 |
| ELSA E. COUTO ANNONI Guanica, PR | 9.5 |
| ESPERANZA GONZALEZ Morovis, PR | 9.5 |
| FRANCISCO ROQUE MUNOZ Naranjito, PR | 9.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Benicia Velez
What grades does Benicia Velez serve?
Benicia Velez serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Benicia Velez?
Benicia Velez has an enrollment of approximately 123 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Benicia Velez?
The student-teacher ratio at Benicia Velez is 11.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Benicia Velez rank in PR?
Benicia Velez ranks #16 of 842 schools in PR.
What is Benicia Velez's MySchoolScout rating?
Benicia Velez has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.4 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 Benicia Velez?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Benicia Velez has 67% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 74% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
Is Benicia Velez a charter school?
No, Benicia Velez is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Benicia Velez a Title I school?
No, Benicia Velez is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Benicia Velez?
91.1% of students at Benicia Velez qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
- Walk Score
- 6 Car-Dependent
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 123
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 11
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 91.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small Suburb
- County
- Yauco Municipio
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 9.8%
- Phone
- (787) 856-0100
Resources & Links
District
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION- District Enrollment
- 240,910
- Schools in District
- 858
- District Rank
- #16 of 842
How We Rate Schools
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