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#407 of 842 schools in PR

Top 48% in state

Elemental Berwind

Elementary School · PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION

RES JARDINES DE BERWIND, San Juan, PR 00924

Enrollment

134

Student-Teacher

9.6:1

Score

6.4

Grades

Kindergarten – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Puerto Rico schools

#407 of 842

In San Juan

#42 of 82

public schools

In district

#407 of 842

PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION

Academic growth

7.4 / 10

Very Good

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Elemental Berwind

6.4/10

Elementary School in San Juan · grades Kindergarten – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Intermedia Berwind

4.0/10

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4.7/10

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About Elemental Berwind

Elemental Berwind is a public elementary school in San Juan, PR, part of PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION. Elemental Berwind serves approximately 134 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 9.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Elemental Berwind has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #407 of 842 schools in PR.

Structured state assessment records for Elemental Berwind show 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).

How it compares0.6 pts below district
  • This school 6.4 · Average
  • District avg 7.0
  • PR avg 7.0

What Parents Should Know

With an enrollment of 134 students, Elemental Berwind 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, Elemental Berwind 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 Elemental Berwind was 69% 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.4Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data9
Annual Change+1.26 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2018
TrendImproving
Academics6.5Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency37% (2018 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency37% (2018 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency37% (2018 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)41% (model expectation from 2018 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-4.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile49th
Resources & Environment3.6Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio9.6:1
Chronic Absenteeism68.7%

Elemental Berwind — Students at Elemental Berwind score 37% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

91%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores PR EDFACTS (2017-18)

Math Proficiency 25.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2018)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 27.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2018)
School
State
N/A

Based on 18 test records from PR state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↑ Improving

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
22%
ELA
32%
2011
Math
22%
ELA
22%
2012
Math
17%
ELA
27%
2013
Math
17%
ELA
27%
2014
Math
27%
ELA
17%
2015
Math
17%
ELA
22%
2016
Math
42%
ELA
37%
2017
Math
27%
ELA
27%
2018
Math
37%
ELA
37%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.4/10.

How Elemental Berwind Compares

See how Elemental Berwind performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.4/10
52th percentile in PR
Academic
6.5/10
Average
Growth
7.4/10
Very Good
Environment
3.6/10
Needs Improvement

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
91%
Teaching Staff
10:1 student-teacher ratio
14 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
68.7%

Location

RES JARDINES DE BERWIND, San Juan, PR 00924

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Elemental Berwind may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. DRA. ANGELES PASTOR (rated 8.1/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is SAN AGUSTIN (rated 8.1/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, VILLA CAPRI (rated 7.8/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in San Juan, see our San Juan schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.7 mi
School Distance Rating
INTERMEDIA BERWIND San Juan 0.1 mi 4.0
SUPERIOR BERWIND San Juan 0.4 mi 4.7
CARMEN GOMEZ TEJERA SAN JUAN San Juan 0.7 mi 4.3
DRA. ANGELES PASTOR San Juan 0.8 mi 8.1
FELIPE GUTIERREZ San Juan 0.8 mi 7.4
VILLA CAPRI San Juan 0.9 mi 7.8
VIMENTI SCHOOL - ALIANZA Carolina 1.0 mi 6.8
LEAP STEAM+E ACADEMY OF SAN JUAN - ALIANZA San Juan 1.1 mi 4.5
GASPAR VILA MAYANS San Juan 1.1 mi 7.0
ANTONIO SARRIERA EGOZCUE San Juan 1.3 mi 6.6
VILLA GRANADA San Juan 1.3 mi 5.5
ESCUELA DE DEPORTE - ALIANZA San Juan 1.3 mi
MATEMATICAS CIENCIAS Y TECNOLOGIA - ALIANZA San Juan 1.4 mi
PEDRO MOCZO BANIET Carolina 1.5 mi 4.0
THE SCHOOL OF SAN JUAN - ALIANZA San Juan 1.6 mi
JUAN RAMON JIMENEZ SAN JUAN San Juan 1.6 mi 4.3
ELEMENTAL NUEVA DE SAN JUAN San Juan 1.6 mi 4.2
DR. JOSE M. LAZARO Carolina 1.7 mi 4.7
SAN AGUSTIN San Juan 1.7 mi 8.1
PETRA ROMAN VIGO Carolina 1.7 mi 4.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 00924 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$22,433

Median Home Value

$136,800

Median Rent

$537/mo

Population

47,800

College Educated

30.3%

Homeownership

51.2%

Avg Commute

26.8 min

Poverty Rate

46.2%

Median Age

41.6

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Elemental Berwind

What grades does Elemental Berwind serve?

Elemental Berwind serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.

How many students attend Elemental Berwind?

Elemental Berwind has an enrollment of approximately 134 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Elemental Berwind?

The student-teacher ratio at Elemental Berwind 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 Elemental Berwind rank in PR?

Elemental Berwind ranks #407 of 842 schools in PR.

What is Elemental Berwind's MySchoolScout rating?

Elemental Berwind has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 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 Elemental Berwind?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Elemental Berwind has 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).

Is Elemental Berwind a charter school?

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

Is Elemental Berwind a Title I school?

No, Elemental Berwind is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Elemental Berwind?

91.0% of students at Elemental Berwind 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
134
Student-Teacher Ratio
9.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
14
Free/Reduced Lunch
91.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
San Juan Municipio
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
68.7%

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academics, and learning environment — plus college readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, with growth counting most in elementary and middle grades. Equity data is shown for context but is not factored into the score. Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

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