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EL Farallon

Elementary School · PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION

PO BOX 69, Barranquitas, PR 00794

Enrollment

79

Student-Teacher

11.3:1

Score

5.6

Grades

Kindergarten – 4th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Puerto Rico schools

#523 of 842

In Barranquitas

#7 of 10

public schools

In district

#523 of 842

PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION

Academic performance

8.8 / 10

Excellent

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EL Farallon

5.6/10

Elementary School in Barranquitas · grades Kindergarten – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Intermedia Francisco (paco) Lopez Lopez

8.8/10

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4.8/10

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About EL Farallon

EL Farallon is a public elementary school in Barranquitas, PR, part of PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION. EL Farallon serves approximately 79 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-4th, and has a 11.3:1 student-teacher ratio. EL Farallon has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #523 of 842 schools in PR.

Structured state assessment records for EL Farallon show 65% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 68% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).

How it compares1.4 pts below district
  • This school 5.6 · Average
  • District avg 7.0
  • PR avg 7.0

What Parents Should Know

At 79 students, EL Farallon is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress2.3Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data9
Annual Change-1.9 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2018
TrendDeclining
Academics8.8Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency72% (2018 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency52% (2018 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency62% (2018 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)39% (model expectation from 2018 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+22.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile81th
Resources & Environment8.8Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.3:1
Chronic Absenteeism8.9%

EL Farallon — Students at EL Farallon score 62% 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 64.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2018)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 67.6% (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
52%
ELA
77%
2011
Math
72%
ELA
72%
2012
Math
87%
ELA
87%
2013
Math
92%
ELA
92%
2014
Math
37%
ELA
42%
2015
Math
57%
ELA
57%
2016
Math
57%
ELA
67%
2017
Math
57%
ELA
62%
2018
Math
72%
ELA
52%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 2.3/10.

How EL Farallon Compares

See how EL Farallon performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.6/10
38th percentile in PR
Academic
8.8/10
Excellent
Growth
2.3/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
8.8/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
91%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
7 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
8.9%

Location

PO BOX 69, Barranquitas, PR 00794

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering EL Farallon may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. OSCAR PORRATA DORIA (rated 9.8/10, 3.1 miles away, in nearby Comerio), which scores notably higher. Another option is FRANCISCO ROQUE MUNOZ (rated 9.3/10, 4.1 miles away, in nearby Naranjito), which scores notably higher. Additionally, INTERMEDIA FRANCISCO (PACO) LOPEZ LOPEZ (rated 8.8/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Barranquitas, see our Barranquitas schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.7 mi
School Distance Rating
INTERMEDIA FRANCISCO (PACO) LOPEZ LOPEZ Barranquitas 0.4 mi 8.8
PEDRO FERNANDEZ Naranjito 0.7 mi 4.8
RAMON T. RIVERA Barranquitas 1.9 mi 7.2
ROSA LUZ ZAYAS Naranjito 2.3 mi 8.6
OSCAR PORRATA DORIA Comerio 3.1 mi 9.8
RAMON ALEJANDRO AYALA Comerio 3.1 mi 8.3
LUIS MUNOZ MARIN BARRANQUITAS Barranquitas 3.5 mi 7.8
INOCENCIO CINTRON ZAYAS Barranquitas 3.6 mi 8.0
PABLO COLON BERDECIA Barranquitas 3.8 mi 5.5
ANTONIO VAZQUEZ RAMOS Barranquitas 3.8 mi 8.7
PETROAMERICA PAGAN Barranquitas 3.8 mi 4.7
DEMETRIO RIVERA Corozal 3.9 mi 4.9
CLAUDIO FERRER COTTO Comerio 4.0 mi 8.4
JOSE COLON GONZALEZ Barranquitas 4.1 mi 8.6
FRANCISCO ROQUE MUNOZ Naranjito 4.1 mi 9.3
MANUEL CRUZ MACEIRA - BEISBOL Comerio 4.3 mi 6.2
ANTOLIN SANTOS NEGRON Comerio 4.3 mi 6.0
LUIS MUNOZ MARIN COMERIO Comerio 4.7 mi 8.0
FEDERICO DEGETAU Barranquitas 4.8 mi 4.7
ANA JOAQUINA ORTIZ ORTIZ Orocovis 4.7 mi 8.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 00794 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$22,128

Median Home Value

$119,800

Median Rent

$504/mo

Population

28,450

College Educated

22.7%

Homeownership

68.5%

Avg Commute

31.8 min

Poverty Rate

49.5%

Median Age

40.2

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about EL Farallon

What grades does EL Farallon serve?

EL Farallon serves students in grades Kindergarten through 4th.

How many students attend EL Farallon?

EL Farallon has an enrollment of approximately 79 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at EL Farallon?

The student-teacher ratio at EL Farallon is 11.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does EL Farallon rank in PR?

EL Farallon ranks #523 of 842 schools in PR.

What is EL Farallon's MySchoolScout rating?

EL Farallon has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 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 EL Farallon?

Based on loaded state assessment records, EL Farallon has 65% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 68% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).

Is EL Farallon a charter school?

No, EL Farallon is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is EL Farallon a Title I school?

No, EL Farallon is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for EL Farallon?

91.1% of students at EL Farallon 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
9 Car-Dependent

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Enrollment
79
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
7
Free/Reduced Lunch
91.1%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Barranquitas Municipio
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
8.9%

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