Excellent
#56 of 842 schools in PR
Top 7% in state
Capitanejo
Elementary School · PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
PO BOX 566, Ponce, PR 00780
Enrollment
143
Student-Teacher
11.9:1
Score
9.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
143
Student-Teacher
11.9:1
Score
9.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Puerto Rico schools
#56 of 842
In Ponce
#3 of 38
public schools
In district
#56 of 842
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
Academic growth
9.6 / 10
Excellent
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Capitanejo
Elementary School in Ponce · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Capitanejo
Capitanejo is a public elementary school in Ponce, PR, part of PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION. Capitanejo serves approximately 143 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 11.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Capitanejo has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.0 out of 10 and ranks #56 of 842 schools in PR.
Structured state assessment records for Capitanejo show 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
- This school 9.0 · Excellent
- District avg 7.0
- PR avg 7.0
What Parents Should Know
At 143 students, Capitanejo 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.
Score Breakdown
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Capitanejo — Students at Capitanejo score 57% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 43%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
90.9%
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: 9.6/10.
How Capitanejo Compares
See how Capitanejo performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
PO BOX 566, Ponce, PR 00780
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Capitanejo may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. RUTHFORD B. HAYES (rated 9.2/10, 3.6 miles away, in nearby Juana Diaz), with a very similar rating. Another option is HERMINIA GARCIA (rated 8.8/10, 4.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, LLANOS DEL SUR (rated 8.7/10, 2.9 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Ponce, see our Ponce schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| DR. MAXIMO DONOSO SANCHEZ Juana Diaz | 0.9 mi | 7.4 |
| DR. PEDRO ALBIZU CAMPOS JUANA DIAZ Juana Diaz | 1.6 mi | 5.5 |
| LLANOS DEL SUR Ponce | 2.9 mi | 8.7 |
| LUIS MUNOZ MARIN JUANA DIAZ Juana Diaz | 2.9 mi | 4.9 |
| SUPERIOR JUAN SERRALLES Ponce | 3.0 mi | 6.1 |
| JUAN SERAPIO MANGUAL Juana Diaz | 3.0 mi | 8.6 |
| INTERMEDIA JUAN SERRALLES Ponce | 3.1 mi | 4.8 |
| PEDRO COLON SANTIAGO Juana Diaz | 3.2 mi | 7.9 |
| LUIS LLORENS TORRES JUANA DIAZ Juana Diaz | 3.3 mi | 5.8 |
| CARMEN BELEN VEIGA Juana Diaz | 3.3 mi | 5.6 |
| FELIPE COLON DIAZ Juana Diaz | 3.4 mi | 5.2 |
| JOSEFINA BOYA LEON Ponce | 3.4 mi | 7.0 |
| RUTHFORD B. HAYES Juana Diaz | 3.6 mi | 9.2 |
| MANUEL FERNANDEZ JUNCOS Juana Diaz | 3.7 mi | 6.3 |
| SUPERIOR JARDINES DE PONCE Ponce | 4.4 mi | 5.1 |
| JARDINES DE PONCE Ponce | 4.5 mi | 5.2 |
| RAMON MARIN Ponce | 4.5 mi | 7.0 |
| ANDRES GRILLASCA SALAS Ponce | 4.5 mi | 4.4 |
| ERNESTO RAMOS ANTONINI PONCE Ponce | 4.5 mi | 5.0 |
| HERMINIA GARCIA Ponce | 4.6 mi | 8.8 |
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
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ROSENDO MATIENZO CINTRON Lajas, PR | 9.0 |
| BRAULIO AYALA PEREZ Humacao, PR | 9.1 |
| DOMINGO MASSOL Adjuntas, PR | 9.1 |
| ELEMENTAL MARIANO ABRIL Caguas, PR | 8.9 |
| GEORGE WASHINGTON Lares, PR | 9.1 |
| HERMINIO ARZOLA EMMANUELLI Guayanilla, PR | 8.9 |
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.
How does Capitanejo rank in PR?
Capitanejo ranks #56 of 842 schools in PR.
What is Capitanejo's MySchoolScout rating?
Capitanejo has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.0 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 Capitanejo?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Capitanejo has 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
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.
Neighborhood Context
- Walk Score
- 28 Car-Dependent
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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
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 17.5%
- Phone
- (787) 837-6302
Resources & Links
District
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION- District Enrollment
- 240,910
- Schools in District
- 858
- District Rank
- #56 of 842
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