Needs Improvement
#785 of 842 schools in PR
Dr. Facundo Bueso
High School · PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
PO BOX 7278, San Juan, PR 00915
Enrollment
434
Student-Teacher
12.8:1
Score
3.8
Grades
6th – 12th
Enrollment
434
Student-Teacher
12.8:1
Score
3.8
Grades
6th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Puerto Rico schools
#785 of 842
In San Juan
#70 of 82
public schools
In district
#785 of 842
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
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Dr. Facundo Bueso
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About Dr. Facundo Bueso
Dr. Facundo Bueso is a public high school in San Juan, PR, part of PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION. Dr.
Facundo Bueso serves approximately 434 students, and covers grades 6th-12th, and has a 12.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Dr. Facundo Bueso has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 out of 10 and ranks #785 of 842 schools in PR.
Structured state assessment records for Dr. Facundo Bueso show 3% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 16% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
- This school 3.8 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.7
- PR avg 5.7
What Parents Should Know
58% of students at Dr. Facundo Bueso were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Dr. Facundo Bueso — Students at Dr. Facundo Bueso score 7% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
91%
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
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 4.4/10.
How Dr. Facundo Bueso Compares
See how Dr. Facundo Bueso performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
PO BOX 7278, San Juan, PR 00915
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Dr. Facundo Bueso may also want to explore other high schools in the area. JULIAN E. BLANCO - BALLET (rated 8.5/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is PADRE RUFO (rated 7.8/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, CENTRAL DE ARTES VISUALES (rated 7.6/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in San Juan, see our San Juan schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ANTONIO B. CAIMARY San Juan | 0.1 mi | 5.1 |
| FEDERICO ASENJO - PRETECNICA San Juan | 0.3 mi | 5.0 |
| LUIS MUNOZ RIVERA SAN JUAN San Juan | 0.6 mi | 5.0 |
| RAMON POWER Y GIRALT SAN JUAN San Juan | 0.6 mi | 6.8 |
| ERNESTO RAMOS ANTONINI SAN JUAN San Juan | 0.6 mi | 4.5 |
| MANUEL BOADA San Juan | 0.6 mi | 7.5 |
| DR. JULIO J. HENNA San Juan | 0.6 mi | 7.4 |
| PADRE RUFO San Juan | 0.6 mi | 7.8 |
| LUIS RODRIGUEZ CABRERO San Juan | 0.6 mi | 3.2 |
| REPUBLICA DEL PERU San Juan | 0.7 mi | 2.6 |
| ALEJANDRO TAPIA Y RIVERA SAN JUAN San Juan | 0.8 mi | 6.5 |
| JULIAN E. BLANCO - BALLET San Juan | 0.8 mi | 8.5 |
| ALBERT EINSTEIN San Juan | 0.9 mi | 3.4 |
| CENTRAL DE ARTES VISUALES San Juan | 1.0 mi | 7.6 |
| EMILIO DEL TORO CUEVAS San Juan | 1.0 mi | 8.7 |
| LUIS LLORENS TORRES SAN JUAN San Juan | 1.1 mi | 4.9 |
| ERNESTO RAMOS ANTONINI - MUSICA San Juan | 1.2 mi | 7.6 |
| INSTITUTO LOAIZA CORDERO San Juan | 1.2 mi | 5.8 |
| MANUEL ELZABURU Y VIZCARRONDO San Juan | 1.3 mi | 6.1 |
| RAFAEL MARIA DE LABRA San Juan | 1.3 mi | 3.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 00915 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$14,502
Median Home Value
$109,600
Median Rent
$517/mo
Population
24,484
College Educated
14%
Homeownership
40.4%
Avg Commute
25.1 min
Poverty Rate
66%
Median Age
43.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| FRANCISCO ZAYAS SANTANA Villalba, PR | 3.8 |
| GABRIELA MISTRAL SAN JUAN San Juan, PR | 3.8 |
| ISABEL FLORES Juncos, PR | 3.7 |
| DR. SANTIAGO VEVE CALZADA Fajardo, PR | 3.9 |
| ALBERTO MELENDEZ Orocovis, PR | 4.0 |
| SUPERIOR URBANA DE SALINAS Salinas, PR | 4.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Dr. Facundo Bueso
What grades does Dr. Facundo Bueso serve?
Dr. Facundo Bueso serves students in grades 6th through 12th.
How many students attend Dr. Facundo Bueso?
Dr. Facundo Bueso has an enrollment of approximately 434 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Dr. Facundo Bueso?
The student-teacher ratio at Dr. Facundo Bueso is 12.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Dr. Facundo Bueso rank in PR?
Dr. Facundo Bueso ranks #785 of 842 schools in PR.
What is Dr. Facundo Bueso's MySchoolScout rating?
Dr. Facundo Bueso has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 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. Facundo Bueso?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Dr. Facundo Bueso has 3% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 16% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
Is Dr. Facundo Bueso a charter school?
No, Dr. Facundo Bueso is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Dr. Facundo Bueso a Title I school?
No, Dr. Facundo Bueso is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Dr. Facundo Bueso?
91.0% of students at Dr. Facundo Bueso 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
- 63 Somewhat Walkable
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 434
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 34
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 91.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- San Juan Municipio
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 57.6%
- Phone
- (787) 727-4578
- 4-Year Graduation
- 42.0%
Resources & Links
District
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION- District Enrollment
- 240,910
- Schools in District
- 858
- District Rank
- #785 of 842
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