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#734 of 842 schools in PR

Elemental Nueva De San Juan

Elementary School · PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION

AVE RAMON B LOPEZ SABANA LLANA, San Juan, PR 00923

Enrollment

186

Student-Teacher

8.5:1

Score

4.2

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Puerto Rico schools

#734 of 842

In San Juan

#68 of 82

public schools

In district

#734 of 842

PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION

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Elemental Nueva De San Juan

4.2/10

Elementary School in San Juan · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Elemental Nueva De San Juan

Elemental Nueva De San Juan is a public elementary school in San Juan, PR, part of PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION. Elemental Nueva De San Juan serves approximately 186 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 8.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Elemental Nueva De San Juan has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 out of 10 and ranks #734 of 842 schools in PR.

Structured state assessment records for Elemental Nueva De San Juan show 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).

How it compares2.8 pts below district
  • This school 4.2 · Below Average
  • District avg 7.0
  • PR avg 7.0

What Parents Should Know

With an enrollment of 186 students, Elemental Nueva De San Juan 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 8.5:1, Elemental Nueva De San Juan 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 Nueva De San Juan was 54% 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 Progress3.2Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data9
Annual Change-0.99 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2018
TrendStable
Academics5.3Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency22% (2018 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency37% (2018 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency30% (2018 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)43% (model expectation from 2018 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-13.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile35th
Resources & Environment5.1Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio8.5:1
Chronic Absenteeism53.8%

Elemental Nueva De San Juan — Students at Elemental Nueva De San Juan score 30% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 43%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

90.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores PR EDFACTS (2017-18)

Math Proficiency 37.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2018)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 45.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2018)
School
State
N/A

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

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
37%
ELA
47%
2011
Math
37%
ELA
52%
2012
Math
42%
ELA
37%
2013
Math
47%
ELA
52%
2014
Math
37%
ELA
37%
2015
Math
42%
ELA
42%
2016
Math
47%
ELA
67%
2017
Math
22%
ELA
37%
2018
Math
22%
ELA
37%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 3.2/10.

How Elemental Nueva De San Juan Compares

See how Elemental Nueva De San Juan performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
4.2/10
13th percentile in PR
Academic
5.3/10
Average
Growth
3.2/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
5.1/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
91%
Teaching Staff
9:1 student-teacher ratio
22 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
53.8%

Location

AVE RAMON B LOPEZ SABANA LLANA, San Juan, PR 00923

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Elemental Nueva De San Juan may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. AMALIA MARIN PRIMARIA (rated 9.3/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is LUIS MUNOZ RIVERA SAN JUAN MONTESSORI (rated 9.2/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, SAN AGUSTIN (rated 8.1/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in San Juan, see our San Juan schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.3 mi
School Distance Rating
VILLA GRANADA San Juan 0.3 mi 5.5
REPUBLICA DE COLOMBIA San Juan 0.4 mi 6.0
SAN AGUSTIN San Juan 0.6 mi 8.1
GASPAR VILA MAYANS San Juan 0.5 mi 7.0
MIGUEL SUCH San Juan 0.7 mi 4.7
LUIS MUNOZ RIVERA SAN JUAN MONTESSORI San Juan 0.7 mi 9.2
JUAN RAMON JIMENEZ SAN JUAN San Juan 0.8 mi 4.3
MANUEL A. PEREZ San Juan 0.8 mi 5.0
RAMON VILA MAYO San Juan 0.9 mi 3.2
VILLA CAPRI San Juan 0.9 mi 7.8
ESCUELA DE DEPORTE - ALIANZA San Juan 1.0 mi
FELIPE GUTIERREZ San Juan 1.0 mi 7.4
MATEMATICAS CIENCIAS Y TECNOLOGIA - ALIANZA San Juan 1.0 mi
VIMENTI SCHOOL - ALIANZA Carolina 1.1 mi 6.8
GUSTAVO A. BECQUER San Juan 1.1 mi 2.9
THE SCHOOL OF SAN JUAN - ALIANZA San Juan 1.2 mi
RAFAEL HERNANDEZ SAN JUAN San Juan 1.3 mi 8.1
AMALIA MARIN PRIMARIA San Juan 1.2 mi 9.3
LCDO. GUILLERMO ATILES MOREAU San Juan 1.3 mi 8.5
JUAN PONCE DE LEON San Juan 1.3 mi 3.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 00923 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$18,482

Median Home Value

$114,600

Median Rent

$517/mo

Population

24,826

College Educated

26.4%

Homeownership

44.7%

Avg Commute

25.9 min

Poverty Rate

50.2%

Median Age

43.7

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Elemental Nueva De San Juan

What grades does Elemental Nueva De San Juan serve?

Elemental Nueva De San Juan serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.

How many students attend Elemental Nueva De San Juan?

Elemental Nueva De San Juan has an enrollment of approximately 186 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Elemental Nueva De San Juan?

The student-teacher ratio at Elemental Nueva De San Juan is 8.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Elemental Nueva De San Juan rank in PR?

Elemental Nueva De San Juan ranks #734 of 842 schools in PR.

What is Elemental Nueva De San Juan's MySchoolScout rating?

Elemental Nueva De San Juan has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 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 Nueva De San Juan?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Elemental Nueva De San Juan has 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).

Is Elemental Nueva De San Juan a charter school?

No, Elemental Nueva De San Juan is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Elemental Nueva De San Juan a Title I school?

No, Elemental Nueva De San Juan is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Elemental Nueva De San Juan?

90.9% of students at Elemental Nueva De San Juan 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 – 8th
Enrollment
186
Student-Teacher Ratio
8.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
22
Free/Reduced Lunch
90.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
San Juan Municipio
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
53.8%

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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