Needs Improvement
#801 of 842 schools in PR
Dr. Rafael Lopez Landron
High School · PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
PO BOX 90, Guayama, PR 00784
Enrollment
376
Student-Teacher
9.6:1
Score
3.5
Grades
6th – 12th
Enrollment
376
Student-Teacher
9.6:1
Score
3.5
Grades
6th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Puerto Rico schools
#801 of 842
In Guayama
#11 of 11
public schools
In district
#801 of 842
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
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About Dr. Rafael Lopez Landron
Dr. Rafael Lopez Landron is a public high school in Guayama, PR, part of PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION. Dr.
Rafael Lopez Landron serves approximately 376 students, and covers grades 6th-12th, and has a 9.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Dr. Rafael Lopez Landron has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.5 out of 10 and ranks #801 of 842 schools in PR.
Structured state assessment records for Dr. Rafael Lopez Landron show 6% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 24% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
- This school 3.5 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.7
- PR avg 5.7
What Parents Should Know
With a student-teacher ratio of 9.6:1, Dr. Rafael Lopez Landron 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.
The chronic absenteeism rate at Dr. Rafael Lopez Landron was 87% in the 2022-23 school year, which is above the national average. Chronic absenteeism (missing 15 or more school days) can affect classroom dynamics and pacing. Parents should ask about the school's attendance support programs and what resources are available to help families address barriers to consistent attendance.
Score Breakdown
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Dr. Rafael Lopez Landron — Students at Dr. Rafael Lopez Landron score 12% 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: 4.7/10.
How Dr. Rafael Lopez Landron Compares
See how Dr. Rafael Lopez Landron 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 90, Guayama, PR 00784
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Dr. Rafael Lopez Landron may also want to explore other high schools in the area. GENARO CAUTINO (rated 9.1/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is DRA. MARIA SOCORRO LACOT (rated 8.0/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ADELA BRENES TEXIDOR (rated 5.0/10, 3.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Guayama, see our Guayama schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 7.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| SIMON MADERA Guayama | 0.3 mi | 7.4 |
| WASHINGTON I Guayama | 0.3 mi | 8.2 |
| OSCAR HERNANDEZ GUEVARA Guayama | 0.6 mi | 7.8 |
| VICENTE PALES ANES Guayama | 0.6 mi | 7.4 |
| GENARO CAUTINO Guayama | 0.8 mi | 9.1 |
| FRANCISCO GARCIA BOYRIE Guayama | 1.3 mi | 6.1 |
| DRA. MARIA SOCORRO LACOT Guayama | 1.5 mi | 8.0 |
| RAFAEL ANTONIO DELGADO MATEO Guayama | 1.7 mi | 7.5 |
| SUPERIOR URBANA DE ARROYO Arroyo | 3.2 mi | 4.2 |
| ADELA BRENES TEXIDOR Guayama | 3.4 mi | 5.0 |
| DOLORES GONZALEZ Arroyo | 3.5 mi | 5.3 |
| CARMEN BOZELLO DE HUYKE Arroyo | 3.7 mi | 9.4 |
| JUAN ALEMANY SILVA Guayama | 4.0 mi | 7.3 |
| JOSE M. MASSARI Arroyo | 3.8 mi | 5.3 |
| JOSE HORACIO CORA Arroyo | 4.2 mi | 5.7 |
| ADALBERTO SANCHEZ MORALES Arroyo | 4.2 mi | 8.9 |
| JOAQUIN PARRILLA Patillas | 6.1 mi | 8.8 |
| MARIA DAVILA SEMIDEY Patillas | 6.8 mi | 7.3 |
| JOSEFINA MUNOZ DE BERNIER Patillas | 6.9 mi | 5.2 |
| CECILIO LEBRON RAMOS Patillas | 7.2 mi | 8.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 00784 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$20,347
Median Home Value
$104,000
Median Rent
$443/mo
Population
35,405
College Educated
22.7%
Homeownership
71.1%
Avg Commute
25 min
Poverty Rate
48.6%
Median Age
41
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| FRANCISCO MORALES Naranjito, PR | 3.5 |
| PETRA ZENON DE FABERY Trujillo Alto, PR | 3.5 |
| ANA ROQUE DE DUPREY Humacao, PR | 3.4 |
| JUAN PONCE DE LEON San Juan, PR | 3.4 |
| ISABEL FLORES Juncos, PR | 3.7 |
| LUIS HERNAIZ VERONNE Canovanas, PR | 3.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Dr. Rafael Lopez Landron
What grades does Dr. Rafael Lopez Landron serve?
Dr. Rafael Lopez Landron serves students in grades 6th through 12th.
How many students attend Dr. Rafael Lopez Landron?
Dr. Rafael Lopez Landron has an enrollment of approximately 376 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Dr. Rafael Lopez Landron?
The student-teacher ratio at Dr. Rafael Lopez Landron is 9.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Dr. Rafael Lopez Landron rank in PR?
Dr. Rafael Lopez Landron ranks #801 of 842 schools in PR.
What is Dr. Rafael Lopez Landron's MySchoolScout rating?
Dr. Rafael Lopez Landron has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.5 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. Rafael Lopez Landron?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Dr. Rafael Lopez Landron has 6% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 24% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
Is Dr. Rafael Lopez Landron a charter school?
No, Dr. Rafael Lopez Landron is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Dr. Rafael Lopez Landron a Title I school?
No, Dr. Rafael Lopez Landron is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Dr. Rafael Lopez Landron?
91.0% of students at Dr. Rafael Lopez Landron qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 376
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 39
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 91.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Guayama Municipio
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 87.2%
- Phone
- (787) 864-4366
- 4-Year Graduation
- 52.0%
Resources & Links
District
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION- District Enrollment
- 240,910
- Schools in District
- 858
- District Rank
- #801 of 842
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