Excellent
#104 of 842 schools in PR
Top 12% in state
Dr. Efrain Sanchez Hidalgo Toa Baja
Elementary School · PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
PO BOX 2477, Toa Baja, PR 00950
Enrollment
280
Student-Teacher
8.5:1
Score
8.6
Grades
Pre-K – 7th
Enrollment
280
Student-Teacher
8.5:1
Score
8.6
Grades
Pre-K – 7th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Puerto Rico schools
#104 of 842
In Toa Baja
#3 of 18
public schools
In district
#104 of 842
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
Academic growth
9.1 / 10
Excellent
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About Dr. Efrain Sanchez Hidalgo Toa Baja
Dr. Efrain Sanchez Hidalgo Toa Baja is a public elementary school in Toa Baja, PR, part of PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION. Dr.
Efrain Sanchez Hidalgo Toa Baja serves approximately 280 students, and covers grades Pre-K-7th, and has a 8.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Dr. Efrain Sanchez Hidalgo Toa Baja has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 out of 10 and ranks #104 of 842 schools in PR.
Structured state assessment records for Dr. Efrain Sanchez Hidalgo Toa Baja show 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
- This school 8.6 · Excellent
- District avg 7.0
- PR avg 7.0
What Parents Should Know
With a student-teacher ratio of 8.5:1, Dr. Efrain Sanchez Hidalgo Toa Baja 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.
Score Breakdown
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Dr. Efrain Sanchez Hidalgo Toa Baja — Students at Dr. Efrain Sanchez Hidalgo Toa Baja score 50% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
91.1%
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: 9.1/10.
How Dr. Efrain Sanchez Hidalgo Toa Baja Compares
See how Dr. Efrain Sanchez Hidalgo Toa Baja performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
PO BOX 2477, Toa Baja, PR 00950
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Dr. Efrain Sanchez Hidalgo Toa Baja may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. CARMEN BARROSO MORALES (rated 9.8/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is RAMON MORALES PENA (rated 9.1/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Bayamon), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, VIRGILIO DAVILA (rated 8.6/10, 2.8 miles away, in nearby Bayamon), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Toa Baja, see our Toa Baja schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| BASILIO MILAN HERNANDEZ Toa Baja | 0.3 mi | 5.3 |
| CARMEN BARROSO MORALES Toa Baja | 0.5 mi | 9.8 |
| DELIA DAVILA DE CABAN Toa Baja | 0.8 mi | 8.4 |
| DR. PEDRO ALBIZU CAMPOS TOA BAJA Toa Baja | 0.9 mi | 5.2 |
| FRANCISCA DAVILA SEMPRIT Toa Baja | 1.4 mi | 3.8 |
| MERCEDES GARCIA DE COLORADO Catano | 1.5 mi | 2.6 |
| MARIA TERESA PINEIRO Toa Baja | 1.7 mi | 4.3 |
| RAMON MORALES PENA Bayamon | 1.8 mi | 9.1 |
| ISAAC DEL ROSARIO Catano | 1.8 mi | 7.2 |
| CACIQUE AGUEYBANA Bayamon | 2.4 mi | 7.9 |
| LUDOVICO COSTOSO Bayamon | 2.5 mi | 7.2 |
| JUAN RAMON JIMENEZ BAYAMON Bayamon | 2.7 mi | 4.1 |
| ACADEMIA DE CIENCIAS Y TECNOLOGIA ALIANZA Dorado | 2.7 mi | — |
| VIRGILIO DAVILA Bayamon | 2.8 mi | 8.6 |
| FRANCISCO OLLER Toa Baja | 2.7 mi | 4.1 |
| ONOFRE CARBALLEIRA Catano | 2.7 mi | 3.0 |
| DR. AGUSTIN STAHL Bayamon | 3.0 mi | 5.0 |
| JUAN MOREL CAMPOS BAYAMON Bayamon | 3.1 mi | 6.9 |
| RAFAEL CORDERO CATANO Catano | 2.9 mi | 7.4 |
| PAPA JUAN XXIII Bayamon | 3.3 mi | 8.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 00950 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Population
0
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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ANA JOAQUINA ORTIZ ORTIZ Orocovis, PR | 8.6 |
| CARMEN NOELIA PERAZA TOLEDO Hatillo, PR | 8.6 |
| EUGENIO BRAC Naguabo, PR | 8.6 |
| JUANA RODRIGUEZ MUNDO Canovanas, PR | 8.6 |
| LUZ ENEIDA COLON San Juan, PR | 8.6 |
| VIRGILIO DAVILA Bayamon, PR | 8.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Dr. Efrain Sanchez Hidalgo Toa Baja
What grades does Dr. Efrain Sanchez Hidalgo Toa Baja serve?
Dr. Efrain Sanchez Hidalgo Toa Baja serves students in grades Pre-K through 7th.
How many students attend Dr. Efrain Sanchez Hidalgo Toa Baja?
Dr. Efrain Sanchez Hidalgo Toa Baja has an enrollment of approximately 280 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Dr. Efrain Sanchez Hidalgo Toa Baja?
The student-teacher ratio at Dr. Efrain Sanchez Hidalgo Toa Baja is 8.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Dr. Efrain Sanchez Hidalgo Toa Baja rank in PR?
Dr. Efrain Sanchez Hidalgo Toa Baja ranks #104 of 842 schools in PR.
What is Dr. Efrain Sanchez Hidalgo Toa Baja's MySchoolScout rating?
Dr. Efrain Sanchez Hidalgo Toa Baja has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 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 Dr. Efrain Sanchez Hidalgo Toa Baja?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Dr. Efrain Sanchez Hidalgo Toa Baja has 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
Is Dr. Efrain Sanchez Hidalgo Toa Baja a charter school?
No, Dr. Efrain Sanchez Hidalgo Toa Baja is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Dr. Efrain Sanchez Hidalgo Toa Baja a Title I school?
No, Dr. Efrain Sanchez Hidalgo Toa Baja is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Dr. Efrain Sanchez Hidalgo Toa Baja?
91.1% of students at Dr. Efrain Sanchez Hidalgo Toa Baja 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
- 48 Car-Dependent
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 7th
- Enrollment
- 280
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 33
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 91.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Toa Baja Municipio
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 16.4%
- Phone
- (787) 784-5570
Resources & Links
District
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION- District Enrollment
- 240,910
- Schools in District
- 858
- District Rank
- #104 of 842
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