Excellent
#148 of 842 schools in PR
Top 18% in state
Daniel Velez Soto
Elementary School · PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
PO BOX 387, Lares, PR 00669
Enrollment
254
Student-Teacher
9.1:1
Score
8.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
254
Student-Teacher
9.1:1
Score
8.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Puerto Rico schools
#148 of 842
In Lares
#3 of 9
public schools
In district
#148 of 842
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
Academic growth
8.2 / 10
Excellent
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About Daniel Velez Soto
Daniel Velez Soto is a public elementary school in Lares, PR, part of PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION. Daniel Velez Soto serves approximately 254 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 9.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Daniel Velez Soto has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 out of 10 and ranks #148 of 842 schools in PR.
Structured state assessment records for Daniel Velez Soto show 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 48% 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
At 9.1:1 students to teachers, Daniel Velez Soto sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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Daniel Velez Soto — Students at Daniel Velez Soto score 54% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 43%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
90.9%
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: 8.2/10.
How Daniel Velez Soto Compares
See how Daniel Velez Soto performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
PO BOX 387, Lares, PR 00669
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Daniel Velez Soto may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. DR. EFRAIN GONZALEZ TEJERA (rated 9.5/10, 6.6 miles away, in nearby Utuado), which scores notably higher. Another option is HECTOR HERNANDEZ ARANA (rated 9.4/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, GEORGE WASHINGTON (rated 9.1/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Lares, see our Lares schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 7.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| RAMON DE JESUS SIERRA Lares | 0.2 mi | 3.6 |
| DOMINGO APONTE COLLAZO Lares | 0.2 mi | 5.6 |
| GEORGE WASHINGTON Lares | 1.1 mi | 9.1 |
| HECTOR HERNANDEZ ARANA Lares | 1.4 mi | 9.4 |
| ANGELICA DELGADO Lares | 2.9 mi | 7.4 |
| PROFESOR RAFAEL ALICEA VAZQUEZ Lares | 3.0 mi | 5.7 |
| MAXIMINO A. SALAS San Sebastian | 3.7 mi | 5.8 |
| AUREA FUENTES MENDEZ San Sebastian | 4.7 mi | 3.3 |
| JOAQUIN VAZQUEZ CRUZ Camuy | 5.3 mi | 5.8 |
| JOSE VIZCARRONDO Utuado | 5.3 mi | 5.2 |
| SANTIAGO R. PALMER Camuy | 5.7 mi | 8.3 |
| SUPERIOR MIGUEL F SANTIAGO ECHEGARAY Camuy | 5.7 mi | 5.7 |
| BRYAN Las Marias | 5.9 mi | 5.9 |
| EMILIO SCHARON RODRIGUEZ San Sebastian | 6.1 mi | 7.1 |
| DR. EFRAIN GONZALEZ TEJERA Utuado | 6.6 mi | 9.5 |
| PATRIA LATORRE RAMIREZ San Sebastian | 6.7 mi | 7.4 |
| RAFAEL ZAMOT CRUZ Hatillo | 7.0 mi | 7.5 |
| AURORA MENDEZ CHARNECO San Sebastian | 7.2 mi | 4.8 |
| RAMON MARIA TORRES San Sebastian | 7.6 mi | 7.0 |
| EVA Y PATRIA CUSTODIO Las Marias | 7.9 mi | 7.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 00669 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$19,198
Median Home Value
$102,700
Median Rent
$496/mo
Population
27,534
College Educated
20.9%
Homeownership
64.9%
Avg Commute
31.8 min
Poverty Rate
55.1%
Median Age
44.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ADOLFO BABILONIA Moca, PR | 8.2 |
| ELEMENTAL REXVILLE Bayamon, PR | 8.2 |
| ERNESTINA BRACERO Toa Baja, PR | 8.2 |
| FRANCISCO JORDAN Utuado, PR | 8.2 |
| LIDIA FIOL SCARANO Humacao, PR | 8.2 |
| SANTA TERESITA Ponce, PR | 8.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Daniel Velez Soto
What grades does Daniel Velez Soto serve?
Daniel Velez Soto serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Daniel Velez Soto?
Daniel Velez Soto has an enrollment of approximately 254 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Daniel Velez Soto?
The student-teacher ratio at Daniel Velez Soto is 9.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Daniel Velez Soto rank in PR?
Daniel Velez Soto ranks #148 of 842 schools in PR.
What is Daniel Velez Soto's MySchoolScout rating?
Daniel Velez Soto 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 Daniel Velez Soto?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Daniel Velez Soto has 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
Is Daniel Velez Soto a charter school?
No, Daniel Velez Soto is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Daniel Velez Soto a Title I school?
No, Daniel Velez Soto is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Daniel Velez Soto?
90.9% of students at Daniel Velez Soto 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
- 47 Car-Dependent
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 254
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 28
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 90.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Town
- County
- Lares Municipio
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 19.3%
- Phone
- (787) 897-3060
Resources & Links
District
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION- District Enrollment
- 240,910
- Schools in District
- 858
- District Rank
- #148 of 842
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