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#312 of 842 schools in PR

Top 37% in state

Carmen D Ortiz Ortiz

Elementary School · PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION

PO BOX 1137, Aguas Buenas, PR 00703

Enrollment

483

Student-Teacher

10.7:1

Score

7.0

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Puerto Rico schools

#312 of 842

In Aguas Buenas

#2 of 6

public schools

In district

#312 of 842

PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION

Academic growth

7.3 / 10

Very Good

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Carmen D Ortiz Ortiz

7.0/10

Elementary School in Aguas Buenas · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Carmen D Ortiz Ortiz

Carmen D Ortiz Ortiz is a public elementary school in Aguas Buenas, PR, part of PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION. Carmen D Ortiz Ortiz serves approximately 483 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 10.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Carmen D Ortiz Ortiz has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #312 of 842 schools in PR.

Structured state assessment records for Carmen D Ortiz Ortiz show 20% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 7.0 · Very Good
  • District avg 7.0
  • PR avg 7.0

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.3Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data9
Annual Change+1.16 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2018
TrendImproving
Academics6.2Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency27% (2018 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency41% (2018 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency34% (2018 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)39% (model expectation from 2018 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-5.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile46th
Resources & Environment7.2Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.7:1
Chronic Absenteeism28.8%

Carmen D Ortiz Ortiz — Students at Carmen D Ortiz Ortiz score 34% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

91.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores PR EDFACTS (2017-18)

Math Proficiency 19.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2018)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 36.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2018)
School
State
N/A

Based on 18 test records from PR state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↑ Improving

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
12%
ELA
28%
2011
Math
16%
ELA
34%
2012
Math
16%
ELA
47%
2013
Math
18%
ELA
38%
2014
Math
20%
ELA
27%
2015
Math
24%
ELA
36%
2016
Math
21%
ELA
35%
2017
Math
23%
ELA
41%
2018
Math
27%
ELA
41%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.3/10.

How Carmen D Ortiz Ortiz Compares

See how Carmen D Ortiz Ortiz performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.0/10
63th percentile in PR
Academic
6.2/10
Average
Growth
7.3/10
Very Good
Environment
7.2/10
Very Good

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
91%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
45 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
28.8%

Location

PO BOX 1137, Aguas Buenas, PR 00703

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Carmen D Ortiz Ortiz may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. LUIS MUNOZ MARIN AGUAS BUENAS (rated 7.7/10, 2.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is ELSA DIANI MARTINEZ TORRES (rated 7.4/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Cayey), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, JUAN STUBBE (rated 7.1/10, 3.4 miles away, in nearby Cidra), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Aguas Buenas, see our Aguas Buenas schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.5 mi
School Distance Rating
ELSA DIANI MARTINEZ TORRES Cayey 2.0 mi 7.4
BAYAMONCITO Aguas Buenas 2.2 mi 6.6
LUIS MUNOZ MARIN AGUAS BUENAS Aguas Buenas 2.6 mi 7.7
DR. PEDRO ALBIZU CAMPOS AGUAS BUENAS Aguas Buenas 2.8 mi 6.2
ERNESTO VICENTE CARATTINI Cidra 3.0 mi 6.7
JUAN STUBBE Cidra 3.4 mi 7.1
SUPERIOR URBANA JOSE FELIX RODRIGUEZ Aguas Buenas 3.5 mi 5.5
LUIS MUNOZ IGLESIAS Cidra 3.6 mi 8.7
JESUS T. PINERO CIDRA Cidra 3.9 mi 8.2
REGINO VEGA MARTINEZ Cidra 4.1 mi 5.1
ANA J. CANDELAS Cidra 4.2 mi 6.7
VIOLETA REYES PEREZ Cidra 4.2 mi 5.9
RUTH EVELYN CRUZ SANTOS Cidra 4.4 mi 6.1
MARIA C. SANTIAGO Comerio 4.7 mi 6.6
CHARLES E. MINER Caguas 5.0 mi 5.3
CONCEPCION MENDEZ CANO Caguas 5.1 mi 4.1
ANTONIO RIVERA Bayamon 5.2 mi 6.0
HAYDEE CABALLERO Caguas 5.1 mi 4.5
DR. JUAN JOSE OSUNA Caguas 5.3 mi 6.7
MYRNA M. FUENTES Caguas 5.5 mi 6.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 00703 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$22,147

Median Home Value

$129,800

Median Rent

$461/mo

Population

24,642

College Educated

19.8%

Homeownership

66%

Avg Commute

31.3 min

Poverty Rate

44.6%

Median Age

43.9

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School Rating
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CARMELO SERRANO CUBANO San Sebastian, PR 7.1
JOSE PAGAN DE JESUS Vega Alta, PR 6.9
JUAN STUBBE Cidra, PR 7.1
NICOLAS AGUAYO ALDEA Caguas, PR 6.9

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Carmen D Ortiz Ortiz

What grades does Carmen D Ortiz Ortiz serve?

Carmen D Ortiz Ortiz serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.

How many students attend Carmen D Ortiz Ortiz?

Carmen D Ortiz Ortiz has an enrollment of approximately 483 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Carmen D Ortiz Ortiz?

The student-teacher ratio at Carmen D Ortiz Ortiz is 10.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Carmen D Ortiz Ortiz rank in PR?

Carmen D Ortiz Ortiz ranks #312 of 842 schools in PR.

What is Carmen D Ortiz Ortiz's MySchoolScout rating?

Carmen D Ortiz Ortiz has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 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 Carmen D Ortiz Ortiz?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Carmen D Ortiz Ortiz has 20% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).

Is Carmen D Ortiz Ortiz a charter school?

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

Is Carmen D Ortiz Ortiz a Title I school?

No, Carmen D Ortiz Ortiz is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Carmen D Ortiz Ortiz?

91.1% of students at Carmen D Ortiz Ortiz 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 – 8th
Enrollment
483
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
45
Free/Reduced Lunch
91.1%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Aguas Buenas Municipio
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
28.8%

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academics, and learning environment — plus college readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, with growth counting most in elementary and middle grades. Equity data is shown for context but is not factored into the score. Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

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