Very Good
#224 of 842 schools in PR
Top 27% in state
Elemental Urbana De Lajas
Elementary School · PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
PO BOX 1693, Lajas, PR 00667
Enrollment
400
Student-Teacher
9.8:1
Score
7.7
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
400
Student-Teacher
9.8:1
Score
7.7
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Puerto Rico schools
#224 of 842
In Lajas
#4 of 8
public schools
In district
#224 of 842
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
Academic growth
7.9 / 10
Very Good
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About Elemental Urbana De Lajas
Elemental Urbana De Lajas is a public elementary school in Lajas, PR, part of PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION. Elemental Urbana De Lajas serves approximately 400 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 9.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Elemental Urbana De Lajas has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10 and ranks #224 of 842 schools in PR.
Structured state assessment records for Elemental Urbana De Lajas show 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
- This school 7.7 · Very Good
- District avg 7.0
- PR avg 7.0
What Parents Should Know
With a student-teacher ratio of 9.8:1, Elemental Urbana De Lajas 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.
Located in a rural area, Elemental Urbana De Lajas may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.
Score Breakdown
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Elemental Urbana De Lajas — Students at Elemental Urbana De Lajas score 46% proficient, which is above 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
↑ ImprovingAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.9/10.
How Elemental Urbana De Lajas Compares
See how Elemental Urbana De Lajas performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
PO BOX 1693, Lajas, PR 00667
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Elemental Urbana De Lajas may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. HENRY W. LONGFELLOW (rated 9.3/10, 3.2 miles away, in nearby San German), which scores notably higher. Another option is HERMINIA C. RAMIREZ (rated 9.3/10, 4.9 miles away, in nearby San German), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ROSENDO MATIENZO CINTRON (rated 9.0/10, 2.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Lajas, see our Lajas schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 7.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| LUIS MUNOZ RIVERA LAJAS Lajas | 0.7 mi | 4.7 |
| LEONIDES MORALES RODRIGUEZ Lajas | 0.8 mi | 5.6 |
| JUAN CANCIO ORTIZ DE LA RENTA Lajas | 1.4 mi | 6.7 |
| RAMON OLIVARES Lajas | 2.6 mi | 7.9 |
| JULIO V. GUZMAN San German | 2.8 mi | 5.3 |
| ROSENDO MATIENZO CINTRON Lajas | 2.9 mi | 9.0 |
| HENRY W. LONGFELLOW San German | 3.2 mi | 9.3 |
| LOLA RODRIGUEZ DE TIO San German | 3.4 mi | 5.7 |
| ALEJANDRO TAPIA Y RIVERA LAJAS Lajas | 4.3 mi | 8.7 |
| HERMINIA C. RAMIREZ San German | 4.9 mi | 9.3 |
| BARTOLOME DE LAS CASAS San German | 4.9 mi | 5.6 |
| FRANCISCO MARIA QUINONES San German | 4.9 mi | 5.2 |
| ANTONIO ACARON CORREA Cabo Rojo | 6.0 mi | 6.7 |
| FEDERICO DEGETAU CABO ROJO Cabo Rojo | 6.0 mi | 7.3 |
| MARIANO ABRIL San German | 6.7 mi | 8.8 |
| GEORGINA ALVARADO San German | 6.9 mi | 7.9 |
| JAMES GARFIELD Cabo Rojo | 6.9 mi | 6.1 |
| INES MARIA MENDOZA DE MUNOZ MARIN CABO ROJO Cabo Rojo | 7.0 mi | 6.4 |
| BLANCA MALARET Sabana Grande | 7.0 mi | 7.8 |
| JOSE R. GAZTAMBIDE Sabana Grande | 7.0 mi | 6.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 00667 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$18,729
Median Home Value
$103,300
Median Rent
$492/mo
Population
23,116
College Educated
21%
Homeownership
71.2%
Avg Commute
24.1 min
Poverty Rate
52.8%
Median Age
48.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| MARIA C. OSORIO Toa Alta, PR | 7.7 |
| MARIA TERESA SERRANO Carolina, PR | 7.7 |
| MIGUEL HERNANDEZ AGOSTO Las Piedras, PR | 7.7 |
| BLANCA MALARET Sabana Grande, PR | 7.8 |
| OSCAR HERNANDEZ GUEVARA Guayama, PR | 7.8 |
| VILLA CAPRI San Juan, PR | 7.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Elemental Urbana De Lajas
What grades does Elemental Urbana De Lajas serve?
Elemental Urbana De Lajas serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Elemental Urbana De Lajas?
Elemental Urbana De Lajas has an enrollment of approximately 400 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Elemental Urbana De Lajas?
The student-teacher ratio at Elemental Urbana De Lajas is 9.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Elemental Urbana De Lajas rank in PR?
Elemental Urbana De Lajas ranks #224 of 842 schools in PR.
What is Elemental Urbana De Lajas's MySchoolScout rating?
Elemental Urbana De Lajas has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 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 Urbana De Lajas?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Elemental Urbana De Lajas has 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
Is Elemental Urbana De Lajas a charter school?
No, Elemental Urbana De Lajas is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Elemental Urbana De Lajas a Title I school?
No, Elemental Urbana De Lajas is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Elemental Urbana De Lajas?
91.0% of students at Elemental Urbana De Lajas 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
- 41 Car-Dependent
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 6th
- Enrollment
- 400
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 41
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 91.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Lajas Municipio
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 27.0%
- Phone
- (787) 838-2245
Resources & Links
District
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION- District Enrollment
- 240,910
- Schools in District
- 858
- District Rank
- #224 of 842
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