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Carmen Pilar Santos

Elementary School · PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION

#50 CALLE PROGRESO, Humacao, PR 00791

Enrollment

183

Student-Teacher

10.2:1

Score

5.1

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Puerto Rico schools

#605 of 842

In Humacao

#10 of 15

public schools

In district

#605 of 842

PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION

School environment

9.3 / 10

Excellent

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Carmen Pilar Santos

5.1/10

Elementary School in Humacao · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Carmen Pilar Santos

Carmen Pilar Santos is a public elementary school in Humacao, PR, part of PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION. Carmen Pilar Santos serves approximately 183 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 10.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Carmen Pilar Santos has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10 and ranks #605 of 842 schools in PR.

Structured state assessment records for Carmen Pilar Santos show 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).

How it compares1.9 pts below district
  • This school 5.1 · Average
  • District avg 7.0
  • PR avg 7.0

What Parents Should Know

With an enrollment of 183 students, Carmen Pilar Santos 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.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.0Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data9
Annual Change-1.13 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2018
TrendDeclining
Academics5.9Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency37% (2018 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency32% (2018 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency35% (2018 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)46% (model expectation from 2018 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-11.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile42th
Resources & Environment9.3Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.2:1
Chronic Absenteeism2.7%

Carmen Pilar Santos — Students at Carmen Pilar Santos score 34% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

90.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores PR EDFACTS (2017-18)

Math Proficiency 32.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2018)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 30.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2018)
School
State
N/A

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

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
52%
ELA
67%
2011
Math
27%
ELA
22%
2012
Math
17%
ELA
27%
2013
Math
17%
ELA
22%
2014
Math
32%
ELA
17%
2015
Math
42%
ELA
32%
2016
Math
47%
ELA
37%
2017
Math
22%
ELA
22%
2018
Math
37%
ELA
32%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 3.0/10.

How Carmen Pilar Santos Compares

See how Carmen Pilar Santos performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.1/10
28th percentile in PR
Academic
5.9/10
Average
Growth
3.0/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
9.3/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
91%
Teaching Staff
10:1 student-teacher ratio
18 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
2.7%

Location

#50 CALLE PROGRESO, Humacao, PR 00791

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Carmen Pilar Santos may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. BRAULIO AYALA PEREZ (rated 9.1/10, 3.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is LUZ A. CRUZ DE SANTANA (rated 8.5/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, LIDIA FIOL SCARANO (rated 8.2/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Humacao, see our Humacao schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.1 mi
School Distance Rating
LUZ A. CRUZ DE SANTANA Humacao 0.4 mi 8.5
CARLOS RIVERA UFRET Humacao 0.5 mi 3.1
JUAN PONCE DE LEON HUMACAO Humacao 0.6 mi 6.3
RUFINO VIGO Humacao 0.6 mi 7.1
SUPERIOR VOCACIONAL MANUEL MEDIAVILLA Humacao 0.6 mi 5.2
ANITA OTERO HERNANDEZ Humacao 0.7 mi 7.6
AVELINO PENA REYES Humacao 0.7 mi 6.0
PETRA MERCADO BOUGART Humacao 0.7 mi 6.1
ANA ROQUE DE DUPREY Humacao 0.7 mi 3.4
ANTONIO ROSA GUZMAN Humacao 1.1 mi 4.5
LIDIA FIOL SCARANO Humacao 2.0 mi 8.2
MIGUEL HERNANDEZ AGOSTO Las Piedras 2.4 mi 7.7
FLORENCIA GARCIA Las Piedras 3.0 mi 5.2
CANDIDO BERRIOS Humacao 3.2 mi 5.1
LEONCIO MELENDEZ Las Piedras 3.2 mi 3.8
SANTIAGO TORRES Las Piedras 3.4 mi 4.1
RAMON POWER Y GIRALT LAS PIEDRAS Las Piedras 3.6 mi 6.3
CARMEN BENITEZ Las Piedras 3.6 mi 6.4
BRAULIO AYALA PEREZ Humacao 3.9 mi 9.1
CAMINO AL EXITO - ALIANZA Yabucoa 4.1 mi 7.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 00791 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$25,925

Median Home Value

$120,000

Median Rent

$526/mo

Population

45,912

College Educated

27.2%

Homeownership

74.2%

Avg Commute

28 min

Poverty Rate

37.6%

Median Age

47.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Carmen Pilar Santos

What grades does Carmen Pilar Santos serve?

Carmen Pilar Santos serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.

How many students attend Carmen Pilar Santos?

Carmen Pilar Santos has an enrollment of approximately 183 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Carmen Pilar Santos?

The student-teacher ratio at Carmen Pilar Santos is 10.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Carmen Pilar Santos rank in PR?

Carmen Pilar Santos ranks #605 of 842 schools in PR.

What is Carmen Pilar Santos's MySchoolScout rating?

Carmen Pilar Santos has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 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 Pilar Santos?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Carmen Pilar Santos has 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).

Is Carmen Pilar Santos a charter school?

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

Is Carmen Pilar Santos a Title I school?

No, Carmen Pilar Santos is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Carmen Pilar Santos?

90.7% of students at Carmen Pilar Santos 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
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
183
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
18
Free/Reduced Lunch
90.7%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Humacao Municipio
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
2.7%

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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