Excellent
#155 of 842 schools in PR
Top 18% in state
Carmen Zenaida Vega
Elementary School · PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
PO BOX 161, Aibonito, PR 00705
Enrollment
130
Student-Teacher
8.7:1
Score
8.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
130
Student-Teacher
8.7:1
Score
8.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Puerto Rico schools
#155 of 842
In Aibonito
#3 of 9
public schools
In district
#155 of 842
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
Academic performance
8.2 / 10
Excellent
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About Carmen Zenaida Vega
Carmen Zenaida Vega is a public elementary school in Aibonito, PR, part of PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION. Carmen Zenaida Vega serves approximately 130 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 8.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Carmen Zenaida Vega has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 out of 10 and ranks #155 of 842 schools in PR.
Structured state assessment records for Carmen Zenaida Vega show 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
- This school 8.2 · Excellent
- District avg 7.0
- PR avg 7.0
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 130 students, Carmen Zenaida Vega 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.
With a student-teacher ratio of 8.7:1, Carmen Zenaida Vega 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.
Located in a rural area, Carmen Zenaida Vega may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.
Score Breakdown
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Carmen Zenaida Vega — Students at Carmen Zenaida Vega score 54% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 45%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
90.8%
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: 8.1/10.
How Carmen Zenaida Vega Compares
See how Carmen Zenaida Vega performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
PO BOX 161, Aibonito, PR 00705
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Carmen Zenaida Vega may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. OSCAR PORRATA DORIA (rated 9.8/10, 4.4 miles away, in nearby Comerio), which scores notably higher. Another option is RABANAL (rated 8.8/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, ANTONIO VAZQUEZ RAMOS (rated 8.7/10, 3.8 miles away, in nearby Barranquitas), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Aibonito, see our Aibonito schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| RABANAL Aibonito | 1.7 mi | 8.8 |
| BONIFACIO SANCHEZ JIMENEZ Aibonito | 2.2 mi | 6.8 |
| FEDERICO DEGETAU II Aibonito | 2.3 mi | 6.8 |
| DR. JOSE N. GANDARA Aibonito | 2.4 mi | 6.1 |
| RAFAEL PONT FLORES Aibonito | 2.6 mi | 8.2 |
| EUGENIO MARIA DE HOSTOS CAYEY Cayey | 2.7 mi | 8.4 |
| PASTO Aibonito | 2.8 mi | 6.8 |
| CLEMENCIA MELENDEZ Cidra | 2.8 mi | 5.4 |
| ANTONIO VAZQUEZ RAMOS Barranquitas | 3.8 mi | 8.7 |
| LUIS MUNOZ MARIN COMERIO Comerio | 4.1 mi | 8.0 |
| CLAUDIO FERRER COTTO Comerio | 4.1 mi | 8.4 |
| DRA. CARMEN DELIA COLON MARTINEZ Aibonito | 3.9 mi | 6.2 |
| MANUEL CRUZ MACEIRA - BEISBOL Comerio | 4.4 mi | 6.2 |
| JOSE CELSO BARBOSA Aibonito | 4.2 mi | 6.8 |
| OSCAR PORRATA DORIA Comerio | 4.4 mi | 9.8 |
| VIOLETA REYES PEREZ Cidra | 4.3 mi | 5.9 |
| JOSE COLON GONZALEZ Barranquitas | 4.5 mi | 8.6 |
| ANTOLIN SANTOS NEGRON Comerio | 4.8 mi | 6.0 |
| RUTH EVELYN CRUZ SANTOS Cidra | 4.7 mi | 6.1 |
| ANA J. CANDELAS Cidra | 4.8 mi | 6.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 00705 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$21,806
Median Home Value
$120,700
Median Rent
$505/mo
Population
24,475
College Educated
23.5%
Homeownership
74.9%
Avg Commute
24.2 min
Poverty Rate
44.6%
Median Age
46.8
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Carmen Zenaida Vega
What grades does Carmen Zenaida Vega serve?
Carmen Zenaida Vega serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Carmen Zenaida Vega?
Carmen Zenaida Vega has an enrollment of approximately 130 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Carmen Zenaida Vega?
The student-teacher ratio at Carmen Zenaida Vega is 8.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Carmen Zenaida Vega rank in PR?
Carmen Zenaida Vega ranks #155 of 842 schools in PR.
What is Carmen Zenaida Vega's MySchoolScout rating?
Carmen Zenaida Vega has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 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 Zenaida Vega?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Carmen Zenaida Vega has 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
Is Carmen Zenaida Vega a charter school?
No, Carmen Zenaida Vega is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Carmen Zenaida Vega a Title I school?
No, Carmen Zenaida Vega is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Carmen Zenaida Vega?
90.8% of students at Carmen Zenaida Vega 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
- 0 Car-Dependent
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 130
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 15
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 90.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Aibonito Municipio
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 18.5%
- Phone
- (787) 735-8801
Resources & Links
District
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION- District Enrollment
- 240,910
- Schools in District
- 858
- District Rank
- #155 of 842
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