Below Average
#649 of 842 schools in PR
Edmundo Del Valle Cruz
Elementary School · PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
PO BOX 848, Rio Grande, PR 00745
Enrollment
144
Student-Teacher
9.6:1
Score
4.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
144
Student-Teacher
9.6:1
Score
4.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Puerto Rico schools
#649 of 842
In Rio Grande
#7 of 10
public schools
In district
#649 of 842
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
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Edmundo Del Valle Cruz
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About Edmundo Del Valle Cruz
Edmundo Del Valle Cruz is a public elementary school in Rio Grande, PR, part of PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION. Edmundo Del Valle Cruz serves approximately 144 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 9.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Edmundo Del Valle Cruz has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10 and ranks #649 of 842 schools in PR.
Structured state assessment records for Edmundo Del Valle Cruz show 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
- This school 4.9 · Below Average
- District avg 7.0
- PR avg 7.0
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 144 students, Edmundo Del Valle Cruz is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.
With a student-teacher ratio of 9.6:1, Edmundo Del Valle Cruz 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 Edmundo Del Valle Cruz was 98% 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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Edmundo Del Valle Cruz — Students at Edmundo Del Valle Cruz score 34% 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: 5.6/10.
How Edmundo Del Valle Cruz Compares
See how Edmundo Del Valle Cruz performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
PO BOX 848, Rio Grande, PR 00745
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Edmundo Del Valle Cruz may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ANTERA ROSADO FUENTES (rated 9.0/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is RAFAEL DE JESUS (rated 8.4/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, CELSO GONZALEZ VAILLANT (rated 7.8/10, 4.1 miles away, in nearby Loiza), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Rio Grande, see our Rio Grande schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| LIBERATA IRALDO Rio Grande | 0.3 mi | 6.6 |
| ANTERA ROSADO FUENTES Rio Grande | 0.8 mi | 9.0 |
| PEDRO FALU ORELLANO Rio Grande | 0.8 mi | 4.2 |
| CASIANO CEPEDA Rio Grande | 1.1 mi | 6.1 |
| PREVOCACIONAL CASIANO CEPEDA Rio Grande | 1.1 mi | 3.9 |
| RAFAEL DE JESUS Rio Grande | 1.0 mi | 8.4 |
| GUILLERMINA ROSADO DE AYALA Loiza | 1.4 mi | 4.1 |
| JOSE SANTOS QUINONES Canovanas | 2.5 mi | 6.1 |
| VOCACIONAL WILLIAM RIVERA BETANCOURT Canovanas | 2.8 mi | 7.4 |
| DR. PEDRO ALBIZU CAMPOS CANOVANAS Canovanas | 2.9 mi | 6.7 |
| SUPERIOR VOCACIONAL ELADIO RIVERA QUINONES Loiza | 3.4 mi | 4.9 |
| NUEVA BO. MEDIANIA Loiza | 3.5 mi | 3.8 |
| ELEMENTAL MEDIANIA ALTA Loiza | 3.6 mi | 5.2 |
| FELIX SANCHEZ CRUZ Rio Grande | 3.5 mi | 5.8 |
| LUIS HERNAIZ VERONNE Canovanas | 3.5 mi | 3.3 |
| JOBOS VIRTUOSO RIVERA GARCIA Loiza | 3.8 mi | 3.3 |
| ANTONIO R. BARCELO Canovanas | 3.7 mi | 5.8 |
| ELEMENTAL BARRIO LAS 400 Canovanas | 3.8 mi | 4.4 |
| JOSE CALZADA FERRER Canovanas | 3.8 mi | 4.9 |
| CELSO GONZALEZ VAILLANT Loiza | 4.1 mi | 7.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 00745 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$26,980
Median Home Value
$129,800
Median Rent
$580/mo
Population
47,077
College Educated
26.5%
Homeownership
72.8%
Avg Commute
37.5 min
Poverty Rate
36.8%
Median Age
44.4
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Edmundo Del Valle Cruz
What grades does Edmundo Del Valle Cruz serve?
Edmundo Del Valle Cruz serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Edmundo Del Valle Cruz?
Edmundo Del Valle Cruz has an enrollment of approximately 144 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Edmundo Del Valle Cruz?
The student-teacher ratio at Edmundo Del Valle Cruz 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 Edmundo Del Valle Cruz rank in PR?
Edmundo Del Valle Cruz ranks #649 of 842 schools in PR.
What is Edmundo Del Valle Cruz's MySchoolScout rating?
Edmundo Del Valle Cruz has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 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 Edmundo Del Valle Cruz?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Edmundo Del Valle Cruz has 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
Is Edmundo Del Valle Cruz a charter school?
No, Edmundo Del Valle Cruz is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Edmundo Del Valle Cruz a Title I school?
No, Edmundo Del Valle Cruz is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Edmundo Del Valle Cruz?
91.0% of students at Edmundo Del Valle Cruz 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
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 144
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 15
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 91.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Río Grande Municipio
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 97.9%
- Phone
- (787) 887-8950
Resources & Links
District
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION- District Enrollment
- 240,910
- Schools in District
- 858
- District Rank
- #649 of 842
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