Very Good
#280 of 842 schools in PR
Top 33% in state
Carlos Orama Padilla
Elementary School · PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
PO BOX 1468, Bayamon, PR 00956
Enrollment
321
Student-Teacher
9.4:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
321
Student-Teacher
9.4:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Puerto Rico schools
#280 of 842
In Bayamon
#12 of 41
public schools
In district
#280 of 842
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
School environment
7.4 / 10
Very Good
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About Carlos Orama Padilla
Carlos Orama Padilla is a public elementary school in Bayamon, PR, part of PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION. Carlos Orama Padilla serves approximately 321 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 9.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Carlos Orama Padilla has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #280 of 842 schools in PR.
Structured state assessment records for Carlos Orama Padilla show 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
- This school 7.3 · Very Good
- District avg 7.0
- PR avg 7.0
What Parents Should Know
With a student-teacher ratio of 9.4:1, Carlos Orama Padilla 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
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Carlos Orama Padilla — Students at Carlos Orama Padilla score 44% 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
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.3/10.
How Carlos Orama Padilla Compares
See how Carlos Orama Padilla performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
PO BOX 1468, Bayamon, PR 00956
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Carlos Orama Padilla may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. JOSEFITA MONSERRATE DE SELLES (rated 8.7/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ELEMENTAL REXVILLE (rated 8.2/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, EPIFANIO FERNANDEZ VANGA (rated 8.0/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Bayamon, see our Bayamon schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| CRISTOBAL COLON Bayamon | 0.6 mi | 6.8 |
| DR. HIRAM GONZALEZ Bayamon | 0.7 mi | 7.2 |
| MIGUEL MELENDEZ MUNOZ BAYAMON Bayamon | 0.9 mi | 6.9 |
| DR. JOSE PADIN BAYAMON Bayamon | 0.9 mi | 4.6 |
| RAFAEL COLON SALGADO Bayamon | 1.1 mi | 7.3 |
| DR. JOSE ANTONIO DAVILA Bayamon | 1.2 mi | 5.5 |
| EPIFANIO FERNANDEZ VANGA Bayamon | 1.1 mi | 8.0 |
| INES MARIA MENDOZA DE MUNOZ MARIN BAYAMON Bayamon | 1.2 mi | 5.7 |
| JOSEFITA MONSERRATE DE SELLES Bayamon | 1.2 mi | 8.7 |
| PAPA JUAN XXIII Bayamon | 1.3 mi | 8.4 |
| BERNARDO HUYKE Bayamon | 1.3 mi | 6.0 |
| MIGUEL DE CERVANTES SAAVEDRA Bayamon | 1.3 mi | 4.4 |
| JUAN MOREL CAMPOS BAYAMON Bayamon | 1.4 mi | 6.9 |
| PABLO CASALS Bayamon | 1.3 mi | 7.5 |
| JESUS SANCHEZ ERAZO Bayamon | 1.4 mi | 3.0 |
| MARIA E. BAS DE VAZQUEZ Bayamon | 1.4 mi | 7.8 |
| MARIANO FELIU BALSEIRO Bayamon | 1.4 mi | 3.3 |
| TOMAS C. ONGAY Bayamon | 1.5 mi | 4.7 |
| DR. AGUSTIN STAHL Bayamon | 1.6 mi | 5.0 |
| ELEMENTAL REXVILLE Bayamon | 1.6 mi | 8.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 00956 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$28,674
Median Home Value
$134,800
Median Rent
$645/mo
Population
67,050
College Educated
28.9%
Homeownership
69.9%
Avg Commute
30.7 min
Poverty Rate
37.3%
Median Age
43.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ANSELMO VILLARRUBIA Aguada, PR | 7.3 |
| CAMINO AL EXITO - ALIANZA Yabucoa, PR | 7.3 |
| FEDERICO DEGETAU CABO ROJO Cabo Rojo, PR | 7.3 |
| JULIO RESSY Bayamon, PR | 7.3 |
| RAFAEL COLON SALGADO Bayamon, PR | 7.3 |
| ANGELA CORDERO BERNARD Ponce, PR | 7.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Carlos Orama Padilla
What grades does Carlos Orama Padilla serve?
Carlos Orama Padilla serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Carlos Orama Padilla?
Carlos Orama Padilla has an enrollment of approximately 321 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Carlos Orama Padilla?
The student-teacher ratio at Carlos Orama Padilla is 9.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Carlos Orama Padilla rank in PR?
Carlos Orama Padilla ranks #280 of 842 schools in PR.
What is Carlos Orama Padilla's MySchoolScout rating?
Carlos Orama Padilla has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 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 Carlos Orama Padilla?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Carlos Orama Padilla has 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
Is Carlos Orama Padilla a charter school?
No, Carlos Orama Padilla is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Carlos Orama Padilla a Title I school?
No, Carlos Orama Padilla is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Carlos Orama Padilla?
91.0% of students at Carlos Orama Padilla 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
- 64 Somewhat Walkable
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 321
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 34
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 91.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Bayamón Municipio
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 27.1%
- Phone
- (787) 785-5630
Resources & Links
District
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION- District Enrollment
- 240,910
- Schools in District
- 858
- District Rank
- #280 of 842
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