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Very Good

#288 of 842 schools in PR

Top 34% in state

Domingo Pietri Ruiz

Elementary School · PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION

PO BOX 1029, Adjuntas, PR 00601

Enrollment

316

Student-Teacher

10.2:1

Score

7.2

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Puerto Rico schools

#288 of 842

In Adjuntas

#2 of 5

public schools

In district

#288 of 842

PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION

School environment

8.5 / 10

Excellent

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Domingo Pietri Ruiz

7.2/10

Elementary School in Adjuntas · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Domingo Pietri Ruiz

Domingo Pietri Ruiz is a public elementary school in Adjuntas, PR, part of PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION. Domingo Pietri Ruiz serves approximately 316 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 10.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Domingo Pietri Ruiz has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #288 of 842 schools in PR.

Structured state assessment records for Domingo Pietri Ruiz show 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 7.2 · Very Good
  • District avg 7.0
  • PR avg 7.0

What Parents Should Know

Located in a rural area, Domingo Pietri Ruiz 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.8Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data9
Annual Change+0.86 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2018
TrendStable
Academics7.0Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency49% (2018 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency31% (2018 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency40% (2018 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)39% (model expectation from 2018 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+0.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile56th
Resources & Environment8.5Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.2:1
Chronic Absenteeism13%

Domingo Pietri Ruiz — Students at Domingo Pietri Ruiz score 40% proficient, which is above 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 43.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2018)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 33.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2018)
School
State
N/A

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

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2009
Math
42%
ELA
27%
2011
Math
42%
ELA
37%
2012
Math
27%
ELA
32%
2013
Math
37%
ELA
32%
2014
Math
43%
ELA
30%
2015
Math
55%
ELA
43%
2016
Math
47%
ELA
33%
2017
Math
46%
ELA
32%
2018
Math
49%
ELA
31%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.8/10.

How Domingo Pietri Ruiz Compares

See how Domingo Pietri Ruiz performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.2/10
66th percentile in PR
Academic
7.0/10
Very Good
Growth
6.8/10
Average
Environment
8.5/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
91%
Teaching Staff
10:1 student-teacher ratio
31 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
13.0%

Location

PO BOX 1029, Adjuntas, PR 00601

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Domingo Pietri Ruiz may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. JUDITH A. VIVAS (rated 9.7/10, 6.8 miles away, in nearby Utuado), which scores notably higher. Another option is SAN PATRICIO (rated 9.2/10, 5.5 miles away, in nearby Jayuya), which scores notably higher. Additionally, DOMINGO MASSOL (rated 9.1/10, 2.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Adjuntas, see our Adjuntas schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 8.2 mi
School Distance Rating
RAFAEL APARICIO JIMENEZ Adjuntas 0.4 mi 4.1
JOSE EMILIO LUGO Adjuntas 0.4 mi 5.4
DOMINGO MASSOL Adjuntas 2.7 mi 9.1
HECTOR I. RIVERA Adjuntas 4.7 mi 6.7
INOCENCIO MONTERO Utuado 5.2 mi 7.0
SAN PATRICIO Jayuya 5.5 mi 9.2
LUIS MUNOZ RIVERA UTUADO Utuado 6.5 mi 5.5
VOCACIONAL ANTONIO REYES PADILLA Utuado 6.5 mi 5.9
FRANCISCO RAMOS SANCHEZ Utuado 6.6 mi 4.0
MARIA LIBERTAD GOMEZ Utuado 6.7 mi 4.4
JUDITH A. VIVAS Utuado 6.8 mi 9.7
BERNARDO GONZALEZ COLON Utuado 7.2 mi 5.6
GABRIELA MISTRAL LARES Lares 6.8 mi 5.9
JULIO LEBRON SOTO Lares 7.1 mi 7.7
JOSEFA VELEZ BAUZA Penuelas 7.4 mi 5.6
ANTONIO ROMERO MUNIZ Jayuya 7.1 mi 6.5
FRANCISCO JORDAN Utuado 7.8 mi 8.2
RAMON PEREZ PURCELL Penuelas 8.0 mi 7.0
MIGUEL GONZALEZ BAUZA Penuelas 8.2 mi 7.5
WEBSTER Penuelas 8.2 mi 8.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 00601 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$18,571

Median Home Value

$89,500

Median Rent

$414/mo

Population

16,721

College Educated

17.2%

Homeownership

69.5%

Avg Commute

26.1 min

Poverty Rate

61.2%

Median Age

44.8

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Domingo Pietri Ruiz

What grades does Domingo Pietri Ruiz serve?

Domingo Pietri Ruiz serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Domingo Pietri Ruiz?

Domingo Pietri Ruiz has an enrollment of approximately 316 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Domingo Pietri Ruiz?

The student-teacher ratio at Domingo Pietri Ruiz 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 Domingo Pietri Ruiz rank in PR?

Domingo Pietri Ruiz ranks #288 of 842 schools in PR.

What is Domingo Pietri Ruiz's MySchoolScout rating?

Domingo Pietri Ruiz has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 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 Domingo Pietri Ruiz?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Domingo Pietri Ruiz has 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).

Is Domingo Pietri Ruiz a charter school?

No, Domingo Pietri Ruiz is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Domingo Pietri Ruiz a Title I school?

No, Domingo Pietri Ruiz is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Domingo Pietri Ruiz?

91.1% of students at Domingo Pietri Ruiz 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 – 5th
Enrollment
316
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
31
Free/Reduced Lunch
91.1%
Type
regular
Setting
Fringe Rural
County
Adjuntas Municipio
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
13.0%

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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