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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

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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Elemental Urbana De Vega Alta

5.4/10

Elementary School in Vega Alta · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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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).

How it compares1.6 pts below district
  • 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.7Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data9
Annual Change-0.55 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2018
TrendStable
Academics7.6Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency42% (2018 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency52% (2018 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency47% (2018 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)39% (model expectation from 2018 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+7.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile65th
Resources & Environment6.4Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio8.1:1
Chronic Absenteeism38.6%

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%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

91.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores PR EDFACTS (2017-18)

Math Proficiency 42.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2018)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 45.6% (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
55%
ELA
69%
2011
Math
32%
ELA
47%
2012
Math
27%
ELA
37%
2013
Math
32%
ELA
42%
2014
Math
47%
ELA
37%
2015
Math
62%
ELA
52%
2016
Math
47%
ELA
37%
2017
Math
42%
ELA
37%
2018
Math
42%
ELA
52%

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.

Overall Score
5.4/10
33th percentile in PR
Academic
7.6/10
Very Good
Growth
3.7/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
6.4/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
91%
Teaching Staff
8:1 student-teacher ratio
25 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
38.6%

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.

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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%

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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