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Capitanejo

Elementary School · PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION

PO BOX 566, Ponce, PR 00780

Enrollment

143

Student-Teacher

11.9:1

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

School environment

7.0 / 10

Strong

About Capitanejo

Capitanejo is a public elementary school in Ponce, PR, part of the PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION. The school serves approximately 143 students in grades Kindergarten – 5th with a student-teacher ratio of 11.9:1. Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $26,483, where 33% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

The school is situated in a small suburban setting.

What Parents Should Know

With an enrollment of 143 students, Capitanejo 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.

School Profile

Limited Data
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
143 students
Type
Public
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.9:1
Address
PO BOX 566, Ponce, PR 00780
Phone
(787) 837-6302
Data Year
SY 2022-23
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Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
91%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
12 teachers

Location

PO BOX 566, Ponce, PR 00780

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.6 mi
School Distance Rating
DR. MAXIMO DONOSO SANCHEZ Juana Diaz 0.9 mi
DR. PEDRO ALBIZU CAMPOS JUANA DIAZ Juana Diaz 1.6 mi
LLANOS DEL SUR Ponce 2.9 mi
LUIS MUNOZ MARIN JUANA DIAZ Juana Diaz 2.9 mi
SUPERIOR JUAN SERRALLES Ponce 3.0 mi
JUAN SERAPIO MANGUAL Juana Diaz 3.0 mi
INTERMEDIA JUAN SERRALLES Ponce 3.1 mi
PEDRO COLON SANTIAGO Juana Diaz 3.2 mi
LUIS LLORENS TORRES JUANA DIAZ Juana Diaz 3.3 mi
CARMEN BELEN VEIGA Juana Diaz 3.3 mi
FELIPE COLON DIAZ Juana Diaz 3.4 mi
JOSEFINA BOYA LEON Ponce 3.4 mi
RUTHFORD B. HAYES Juana Diaz 3.6 mi
MANUEL FERNANDEZ JUNCOS Juana Diaz 3.7 mi
SUPERIOR JARDINES DE PONCE Ponce 4.4 mi
JARDINES DE PONCE Ponce 4.5 mi
RAMON MARIN Ponce 4.5 mi
ANDRES GRILLASCA SALAS Ponce 4.5 mi
ERNESTO RAMOS ANTONINI PONCE Ponce 4.5 mi
HERMINIA GARCIA Ponce 4.6 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 00780 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$26,483

Median Home Value

$121,500

Median Rent

$745/mo

Population

13,612

College Educated

32.9%

Homeownership

86%

Avg Commute

23.3 min

Poverty Rate

40.6%

Median Age

39.9

Community Profile

The community surrounding Capitanejo has a median household income of $26,483. It is an area where 33% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $121,500, with a median rent of $745/month. The area has a poverty rate of 40.6%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. The average commute for residents is 23 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

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School Rating
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ALEJANDRO JR. CRUZ Toa Alta, PR
ALFONSO LOPEZ O'NEILL Aguas Buenas, PR
ALMACIGO ALTO II Yauco, PR

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Capitanejo

What grades does Capitanejo serve?

Capitanejo serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Capitanejo?

Capitanejo has an enrollment of approximately 143 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Capitanejo?

The student-teacher ratio at Capitanejo is 11.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

Is Capitanejo a charter school?

No, Capitanejo is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Capitanejo a Title I school?

No, Capitanejo is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Capitanejo?

90.9% of students at Capitanejo 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
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
143
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
12
Free/Reduced Lunch
90.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Small Suburb
County
Juana Díaz Municipio
Data Year
2023–2024

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