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#630 of 842 schools in PR
Botijas I
Elementary School · PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
PO BOX 2115, Orocovis, PR 00720
Enrollment
178
Student-Teacher
7.7:1
Score
5.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
178
Student-Teacher
7.7:1
Score
5.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Puerto Rico schools
#630 of 842
In Orocovis
#8 of 10
public schools
In district
#630 of 842
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
School environment
9.3 / 10
Excellent
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Botijas I
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About Botijas I
Botijas I is a public elementary school in Orocovis, PR, part of PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION. Botijas I serves approximately 178 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 7.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Botijas I has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10 and ranks #630 of 842 schools in PR.
Structured state assessment records for Botijas I show 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
- This school 5.0 · Average
- District avg 7.0
- PR avg 7.0
What Parents Should Know
At 178 students, Botijas I is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 7.7:1 students to teachers, Botijas I sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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Botijas I — Students at Botijas I score 52% proficient, which is above 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
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 1.5/10.
How Botijas I Compares
See how Botijas I performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
PO BOX 2115, Orocovis, PR 00720
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Botijas I may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. VISITACION PAGAN (rated 9.6/10, 2.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ANGEL RAFAEL DIAZ COLON (rated 9.6/10, 4.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ESPERANZA GONZALEZ (rated 9.5/10, 4.9 miles away, in nearby Morovis), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Orocovis, see our Orocovis schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| NELIDA MELENDEZ MELENDEZ Orocovis | 1.9 mi | 6.7 |
| ANA JOAQUINA ORTIZ ORTIZ Orocovis | 2.0 mi | 8.6 |
| ALBERTO MELENDEZ Orocovis | 2.0 mi | 4.0 |
| JOSE ROJAS CORTES Orocovis | 2.1 mi | 8.1 |
| DEMETRIO RIVERA Corozal | 2.6 mi | 4.9 |
| SANAMUERTOS Orocovis | 2.5 mi | 6.2 |
| INOCENCIO CINTRON ZAYAS Barranquitas | 2.7 mi | 8.0 |
| VISITACION PAGAN Orocovis | 2.8 mi | 9.6 |
| DR. JOSE PADIN COROZAL Corozal | 3.5 mi | 6.2 |
| RAMON T. RIVERA Barranquitas | 3.7 mi | 7.2 |
| FEDERICO DEGETAU Barranquitas | 3.9 mi | 4.7 |
| ANGEL RAFAEL DIAZ COLON Orocovis | 4.5 mi | 9.6 |
| ESPERANZA GONZALEZ Morovis | 4.9 mi | 9.5 |
| LUIS MUNOZ MARIN BARRANQUITAS Barranquitas | 5.2 mi | 7.8 |
| EL FARALLON Barranquitas | 5.1 mi | 5.6 |
| PETROAMERICA PAGAN Barranquitas | 5.4 mi | 4.7 |
| INTERMEDIA FRANCISCO (PACO) LOPEZ LOPEZ Barranquitas | 5.3 mi | 8.8 |
| PEDRO FERNANDEZ Naranjito | 5.4 mi | 4.8 |
| NICOLAS RODRIGUEZ Corozal | 5.7 mi | 7.1 |
| PABLO COLON BERDECIA Barranquitas | 5.6 mi | 5.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 00720 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$19,049
Median Home Value
$96,200
Median Rent
$482/mo
Population
20,974
College Educated
18.7%
Homeownership
69.9%
Avg Commute
37.3 min
Poverty Rate
52.3%
Median Age
41.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BERNALDO MENDEZ JIMENEZ San Sebastian, PR | 5.0 |
| COLEEN VAZQUEZ URRUTIA Naranjito, PR | 5.0 |
| ERNESTO RAMOS ANTONINI PONCE Ponce, PR | 5.0 |
| JOSE DE DIEGO AGUADILLA Aguadilla, PR | 5.0 |
| LUIS MUNOZ RIVERA SAN JUAN San Juan, PR | 5.0 |
| MARTIN GARCIA GIUSTI Toa Baja, PR | 5.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Botijas I
What grades does Botijas I serve?
Botijas I serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Botijas I?
Botijas I has an enrollment of approximately 178 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Botijas I?
The student-teacher ratio at Botijas I is 7.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Botijas I rank in PR?
Botijas I ranks #630 of 842 schools in PR.
What is Botijas I's MySchoolScout rating?
Botijas I has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 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 Botijas I?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Botijas I has 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
Is Botijas I a charter school?
No, Botijas I is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Botijas I a Title I school?
No, Botijas I is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Botijas I?
91.0% of students at Botijas I 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
- 13 Car-Dependent
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 178
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 23
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 91.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Orocovis Municipio
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 2.2%
- Phone
- (787) 867-2260
Resources & Links
District
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION- District Enrollment
- 240,910
- Schools in District
- 858
- District Rank
- #630 of 842
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