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Elemental Urbana De Vega Alta
Elementary School · PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
PO BOX 2197, Vega Alta, PR 00692
Enrollment
202
Student-Teacher
8.1:1
Score
5.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
202
Student-Teacher
8.1:1
Score
5.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Puerto Rico schools
#567 of 842
In Vega Alta
#7 of 10
public schools
In district
#567 of 842
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
Academic performance
7.6 / 10
Very Good
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About Elemental Urbana De Vega Alta
Elemental Urbana De Vega Alta is a public elementary school in Vega Alta, PR, part of PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION. Elemental Urbana De Vega Alta serves approximately 202 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 8.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Elemental Urbana De Vega Alta has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #567 of 842 schools in PR.
Structured state assessment records for Elemental Urbana De Vega Alta show 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
- This school 5.4 · Average
- District avg 7.0
- PR avg 7.0
What Parents Should Know
With a student-teacher ratio of 8.1:1, Elemental Urbana De Vega Alta 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 Urbana De Vega Alta was 39% 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
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Elemental Urbana De Vega Alta — Students at Elemental Urbana De Vega Alta score 47% 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
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 3.7/10.
How Elemental Urbana De Vega Alta Compares
See how Elemental Urbana De Vega Alta performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
PO BOX 2197, Vega Alta, PR 00692
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Elemental Urbana De Vega Alta may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. IGNACIO MIRANDA (rated 9.4/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is RAFAEL HERNANDEZ VEGA ALTA (rated 9.3/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ANTONIO PAOLI VEGA ALTA (rated 8.7/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Vega Alta, see our Vega Alta schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| IGNACIO MIRANDA Vega Alta | 0.3 mi | 9.4 |
| APOLO SAN ANTONIO Vega Alta | 0.3 mi | 4.7 |
| LADISLAO MARTINEZ Vega Alta | 0.4 mi | 5.4 |
| SUPERIOR ILEANA DE GRACIA Vega Alta | 0.6 mi | 5.7 |
| ANTONIO PAOLI VEGA ALTA Vega Alta | 0.8 mi | 8.7 |
| RAFAEL HERNANDEZ VEGA ALTA Vega Alta | 1.3 mi | 9.3 |
| ELISA DAVILA VAZQUEZ Vega Alta | 1.7 mi | 7.0 |
| JOSE PAGAN DE JESUS Vega Alta | 1.9 mi | 6.9 |
| ELEMENTAL ECOLOGICA JOSE DE DIEGO Dorado | 2.3 mi | 5.8 |
| ALMIRANTE NORTE Vega Baja | 2.5 mi | 6.5 |
| LUISA M. VALDERRAMA Dorado | 3.4 mi | 5.6 |
| FRANCISCO FELICIE MARTINEZ Vega Alta | 3.7 mi | 3.5 |
| ANGEL SANDIN MARTINEZ Vega Baja | 4.2 mi | 3.2 |
| LINO PADRO RIVERA Vega Baja | 4.3 mi | 5.6 |
| SAN VICENTE Vega Baja | 4.6 mi | 5.1 |
| GENARO BOU Corozal | 4.7 mi | 7.0 |
| BRIGIDA ALVAREZ RODRIGUEZ Vega Baja | 4.6 mi | 8.2 |
| MANUEL BOU GALI Corozal | 4.9 mi | 5.0 |
| PABLO DAVID BURGOS MARRERO Corozal | 5.0 mi | 7.5 |
| CRISTOBAL SANTANA MELECIO Dorado | 4.8 mi | 6.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 00692 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$25,486
Median Home Value
$136,500
Median Rent
$667/mo
Population
32,717
College Educated
25.7%
Homeownership
68.3%
Avg Commute
32.6 min
Poverty Rate
40.6%
Median Age
41.7
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Elemental Urbana De Vega Alta
What grades does Elemental Urbana De Vega Alta serve?
Elemental Urbana De Vega Alta serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Elemental Urbana De Vega Alta?
Elemental Urbana De Vega Alta has an enrollment of approximately 202 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Elemental Urbana De Vega Alta?
The student-teacher ratio at Elemental Urbana De Vega Alta is 8.1:1. 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 Vega Alta rank in PR?
Elemental Urbana De Vega Alta ranks #567 of 842 schools in PR.
What is Elemental Urbana De Vega Alta's MySchoolScout rating?
Elemental Urbana De Vega Alta has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 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 Urbana De Vega Alta?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Elemental Urbana De Vega Alta has 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
Is Elemental Urbana De Vega Alta a charter school?
No, Elemental Urbana De Vega Alta is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Elemental Urbana De Vega Alta a Title I school?
No, Elemental Urbana De Vega Alta is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Elemental Urbana De Vega Alta?
91.1% of students at Elemental Urbana De Vega Alta qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 202
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 25
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 91.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Vega Alta Municipio
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 38.6%
- Phone
- (787) 883-2770
Resources & Links
District
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION- District Enrollment
- 240,910
- Schools in District
- 858
- District Rank
- #567 of 842
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