Excellent
#14 of 842 schools in PR
Top 2% in state
Elba Lugo Carrion
Elementary School · PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
PO BOX 9941, Arecibo, PR 00614
Enrollment
257
Student-Teacher
9.5:1
Score
9.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
257
Student-Teacher
9.5:1
Score
9.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Puerto Rico schools
#14 of 842
In Arecibo
#1 of 20
public schools
In district
#14 of 842
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
Academic performance
9.6 / 10
Excellent
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About Elba Lugo Carrion
Elba Lugo Carrion is a public elementary school in Arecibo, PR, part of PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION. Elba Lugo Carrion serves approximately 257 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 9.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Elba Lugo Carrion has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.5 out of 10 and ranks #14 of 842 schools in PR.
Structured state assessment records for Elba Lugo Carrion show 58% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
- This school 9.5 · Excellent
- District avg 7.0
- PR avg 7.0
What Parents Should Know
With a student-teacher ratio of 9.5:1, Elba Lugo Carrion 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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Elba Lugo Carrion — Students at Elba Lugo Carrion score 80% 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: 9.5/10.
How Elba Lugo Carrion Compares
See how Elba Lugo Carrion performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
PO BOX 9941, Arecibo, PR 00614
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Elba Lugo Carrion may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. CARMEN NOELIA PERAZA TOLEDO (rated 8.6/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Hatillo), with a comparable rating. Another option is JULIO SEIJO (rated 8.3/10, 1.2 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, EUGENIO MARIA DE HOSTOS HATILLO (rated 6.2/10, 4.6 miles away, in nearby Hatillo), a more accessible option. For more schools in Arecibo, see our Arecibo schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| VICTOR ROJAS I Arecibo | 0.3 mi | 5.6 |
| ABELARDO MARTINEZ OTERO Arecibo | 0.6 mi | 7.7 |
| COTTO ANEXO Arecibo | 0.7 mi | 7.2 |
| TRINA PADILLA DE SANZ ARECIBO Arecibo | 0.8 mi | 5.6 |
| JOHN W. HARRIS Arecibo | 0.8 mi | 6.3 |
| LUIS MUNOZ MARIN ARECIBO Arecibo | 1.0 mi | 3.8 |
| JULIO SEIJO Arecibo | 1.2 mi | 8.3 |
| FRANCISCO PACHIN MARIN Arecibo | 1.5 mi | 5.8 |
| DRA. MARIA CADILLA DE MARTINEZ Arecibo | 1.5 mi | 4.2 |
| MANUEL RUIZ GANDIA Arecibo | 2.4 mi | 4.7 |
| CARMEN NOELIA PERAZA TOLEDO Hatillo | 2.3 mi | 8.6 |
| ANGELICA GOMEZ DE BETANCOURT Arecibo | 3.5 mi | 4.6 |
| TIMOTEO DELGADO Hatillo | 3.7 mi | 5.1 |
| ANIBAL REYES BELEN Hatillo | 4.0 mi | 5.5 |
| ENRIQUE DE JESUS BORRAS Arecibo | 4.1 mi | 5.7 |
| LUIS MELENDEZ RODRIGUEZ Hatillo | 4.2 mi | 4.0 |
| LUIS MUNOZ RIVERA HATILLO Hatillo | 4.5 mi | 5.5 |
| SUPERIOR VOCACIONAL DE ARECIBO Arecibo | 4.6 mi | 6.8 |
| EUGENIO MARIA DE HOSTOS HATILLO Hatillo | 4.6 mi | 6.2 |
| FEDERICO DEGETAU ARECIBO Arecibo | 5.0 mi | 5.7 |
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|---|---|
| ESPERANZA GONZALEZ Morovis, PR | 9.5 |
| FELIX GARAY ORTIZ Salinas, PR | 9.5 |
| ANGEL RAFAEL DIAZ COLON Orocovis, PR | 9.6 |
| CARMEN BOZELLO DE HUYKE Arroyo, PR | 9.4 |
| HECTOR HERNANDEZ ARANA Lares, PR | 9.4 |
| IGNACIO MIRANDA Vega Alta, PR | 9.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Elba Lugo Carrion
What grades does Elba Lugo Carrion serve?
Elba Lugo Carrion serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Elba Lugo Carrion?
Elba Lugo Carrion has an enrollment of approximately 257 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Elba Lugo Carrion?
The student-teacher ratio at Elba Lugo Carrion is 9.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Elba Lugo Carrion rank in PR?
Elba Lugo Carrion ranks #14 of 842 schools in PR.
What is Elba Lugo Carrion's MySchoolScout rating?
Elba Lugo Carrion has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.5 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 Elba Lugo Carrion?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Elba Lugo Carrion has 58% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
Is Elba Lugo Carrion a charter school?
No, Elba Lugo Carrion is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Elba Lugo Carrion a Title I school?
No, Elba Lugo Carrion is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Elba Lugo Carrion?
91.1% of students at Elba Lugo Carrion 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
- 26 Car-Dependent
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 257
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 27
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 91.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Arecibo Municipio
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 4.7%
- Phone
- (787) 879-4825
Resources & Links
District
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION- District Enrollment
- 240,910
- Schools in District
- 858
- District Rank
- #14 of 842
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