Below Average
#695 of 842 schools in PR
Carlos Zayas
Elementary School · PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
PO BOX 1281, San Lorenzo, PR 00754
Enrollment
182
Student-Teacher
12.1:1
Score
4.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
182
Student-Teacher
12.1:1
Score
4.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Puerto Rico schools
#695 of 842
In San Lorenzo
#5 of 8
public schools
In district
#695 of 842
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
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About Carlos Zayas
Carlos Zayas is a public elementary school in San Lorenzo, PR, part of PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION. Carlos Zayas serves approximately 182 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 12.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Carlos Zayas has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10 and ranks #695 of 842 schools in PR.
Structured state assessment records for Carlos Zayas show 23% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
- This school 4.5 · Below Average
- District avg 7.0
- PR avg 7.0
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 182 students, Carlos Zayas 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.
The chronic absenteeism rate at Carlos Zayas was 39% in the 2022-23 school year, which is above the national average. Chronic absenteeism (missing 15 or more school days) can affect classroom dynamics and pacing. Parents should ask about the school's attendance support programs and what resources are available to help families address barriers to consistent attendance.
Score Breakdown
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Carlos Zayas — Students at Carlos Zayas score 30% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
90.7%
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: 3.5/10.
How Carlos Zayas Compares
See how Carlos Zayas performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
PO BOX 1281, San Lorenzo, PR 00754
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Carlos Zayas may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. MANUEL ORTIZ (rated 8.9/10, 5.2 miles away, in nearby Yabucoa), which scores notably higher. Another option is JOSE DE DIEGO LAS PIEDRAS (rated 8.8/10, 3.9 miles away, in nearby Las Piedras), which scores notably higher. Additionally, JESUS T. SANABRIA CRUZ (rated 8.3/10, 5.3 miles away, in nearby Yabucoa), which scores notably higher. For more schools in San Lorenzo, see our San Lorenzo schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| LUIS MUNOZ RIVERA SAN LORENZO San Lorenzo | 2.2 mi | 6.8 |
| DRA. MARIA T. DELGADO DE MARCANO San Lorenzo | 2.3 mi | 6.0 |
| JOSE CAMPECHE SAN LORENZO San Lorenzo | 2.5 mi | 5.5 |
| GENEROSO MORALES MUNOZ San Lorenzo | 2.6 mi | 4.0 |
| PEDRO RIVERA MOLINA Juncos | 2.7 mi | 5.4 |
| JAGUAL ADENTRO San Lorenzo | 2.7 mi | 4.1 |
| ANTONIO FERNOS ISERN San Lorenzo | 3.0 mi | 6.5 |
| JORGE ROSARIO DEL VALLE San Lorenzo | 3.5 mi | 4.3 |
| JOSE DE DIEGO LAS PIEDRAS Las Piedras | 3.9 mi | 8.8 |
| ROBERTO SILVA MORALES Juncos | 4.9 mi | 7.6 |
| SANDALIO MARCANO Caguas | 4.8 mi | 6.5 |
| MANUEL ORTIZ Yabucoa | 5.2 mi | 8.9 |
| CARMEN ARZUAGA DE RIVERA Juncos | 5.2 mi | 7.8 |
| ALFONSO DIAZ LEBRON Juncos | 5.4 mi | 3.6 |
| JESUS T. SANABRIA CRUZ Yabucoa | 5.3 mi | 8.3 |
| SANTIAGO TORRES Las Piedras | 5.3 mi | 4.1 |
| INES MARIA MENDOZA CAGUAS Caguas | 5.6 mi | 7.2 |
| ISABEL FLORES Juncos | 5.7 mi | 3.7 |
| JOSE COLLAZO COLON Juncos | 5.8 mi | 6.5 |
| PEDRO BOSCH Juncos | 5.8 mi | 3.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 00754 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$21,193
Median Home Value
$115,000
Median Rent
$552/mo
Population
36,822
College Educated
20.1%
Homeownership
73.3%
Avg Commute
29.7 min
Poverty Rate
45%
Median Age
44.1
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| DIEGO VAZQUEZ Caguas, PR | 4.4 |
| ELEMENTAL BARRIO LAS 400 Canovanas, PR | 4.4 |
| LAS AMERICAS San Juan, PR | 4.6 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Carlos Zayas
What grades does Carlos Zayas serve?
Carlos Zayas serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Carlos Zayas?
Carlos Zayas has an enrollment of approximately 182 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Carlos Zayas?
The student-teacher ratio at Carlos Zayas is 12.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Carlos Zayas rank in PR?
Carlos Zayas ranks #695 of 842 schools in PR.
What is Carlos Zayas's MySchoolScout rating?
Carlos Zayas has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 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 Zayas?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Carlos Zayas has 23% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
Is Carlos Zayas a charter school?
No, Carlos Zayas is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Carlos Zayas a Title I school?
No, Carlos Zayas is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Carlos Zayas?
90.7% of students at Carlos Zayas qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 182
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 15
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 90.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- San Lorenzo Municipio
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 38.5%
- Phone
- (787) 736-9633
Resources & Links
District
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION- District Enrollment
- 240,910
- Schools in District
- 858
- District Rank
- #695 of 842
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