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#173 of 842 schools in PR

Top 20% in state

Eli Ramos Rosario

Elementary School · PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION

PO BOX 668, Barceloneta, PR 00617

Enrollment

293

Student-Teacher

8.6:1

Score

8.1

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Puerto Rico schools

#173 of 842

In Barceloneta

#1 of 5

public schools

In district

#173 of 842

PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION

Academic growth

9.3 / 10

Excellent

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Eli Ramos Rosario

8.1/10

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

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5.8/10

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8.0/10

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About Eli Ramos Rosario

Eli Ramos Rosario is a public elementary school in Barceloneta, PR, part of PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION. Eli Ramos Rosario serves approximately 293 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 8.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Eli Ramos Rosario has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 out of 10 and ranks #173 of 842 schools in PR.

Structured state assessment records for Eli Ramos Rosario show 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).

How it compares1.1 pts above district
  • This school 8.1 · Excellent
  • District avg 7.0
  • PR avg 7.0

What Parents Should Know

With a student-teacher ratio of 8.6:1, Eli Ramos Rosario 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 Eli Ramos Rosario was 49% 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 Progress9.3Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data9
Annual Change+3.58 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2018
TrendImproving
Academics7.9Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency47% (2018 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency52% (2018 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency50% (2018 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)39% (model expectation from 2018 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+10.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile69th
Resources & Environment5.5Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio8.6:1
Chronic Absenteeism48.8%

Eli Ramos Rosario — Students at Eli Ramos Rosario score 50% 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 39.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2018)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 45.0% (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
29%
ELA
24%
2011
Math
29%
ELA
42%
2012
Math
22%
ELA
37%
2013
Math
27%
ELA
32%
2014
Math
47%
ELA
51%
2015
Math
45%
ELA
58%
2016
Math
44%
ELA
52%
2017
Math
67%
ELA
57%
2018
Math
47%
ELA
52%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.3/10.

How Eli Ramos Rosario Compares

See how Eli Ramos Rosario performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.1/10
80th percentile in PR
Academic
7.9/10
Very Good
Growth
9.3/10
Excellent
Environment
5.5/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
91%
Teaching Staff
9:1 student-teacher ratio
34 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
48.8%

Location

PO BOX 668, Barceloneta, PR 00617

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Eli Ramos Rosario may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ANTONIO VELEZ ALVARADO (rated 8.7/10, 5.7 miles away, in nearby Manati), which scores slightly higher. Another option is FRANCISCO MENENDEZ BALBANE (rated 8.5/10, 2.8 miles away, in nearby Manati), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, FACTOR 5 (rated 8.5/10, 6.2 miles away, in nearby Arecibo), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Barceloneta, see our Barceloneta schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 6.2 mi
School Distance Rating
HECTOR M. RUIZ MARTINEZ Barceloneta 0.3 mi 5.8
IMBERY Barceloneta 0.7 mi 8.0
FERNANDO SURIA CHAVEZ Barceloneta 1.0 mi 4.5
VICENTE ACEVEDO BALLESTER Barceloneta 2.4 mi 6.4
FRANCISCO MENENDEZ BALBANE Manati 2.8 mi 8.5
EUGENIO MARIA DE HOSTOS ARECIBO Arecibo 3.7 mi 4.1
JESUS T. PINERO MANATI Manati 4.2 mi 2.1
LUIS A FERRE AGUAYO Arecibo 4.4 mi 4.9
JUAN S. MARCHAND Manati 4.4 mi 7.5
TEODOMIRO TABOAS Manati 4.4 mi 5.5
FERNANDO CALLEJO Manati 4.5 mi 3.1
FELIX CORDOVA DAVILA Manati 4.6 mi 8.0
JUAN A. SANCHEZ DAVILA Manati 5.0 mi 8.0
LEONARDO VALENTIN TIRADO Florida 5.2 mi 4.6
JUANITA RAMIREZ GONZALEZ Florida 5.8 mi 6.7
RICARDO RODRIGUEZ TORRES Florida 5.9 mi 8.0
ANTONIO VELEZ ALVARADO Manati 5.7 mi 8.7
PETRA CORRETJER DE O'NEILL Manati 5.8 mi 7.3
JUAN PONCE DE LEON II Florida 6.2 mi 6.7
FACTOR 5 Arecibo 6.2 mi 8.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 00617 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$22,010

Median Home Value

$121,400

Median Rent

$625/mo

Population

22,699

College Educated

24.4%

Homeownership

71.2%

Avg Commute

28.8 min

Poverty Rate

44.9%

Median Age

42.5

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Eli Ramos Rosario

What grades does Eli Ramos Rosario serve?

Eli Ramos Rosario serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Eli Ramos Rosario?

Eli Ramos Rosario has an enrollment of approximately 293 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Eli Ramos Rosario?

The student-teacher ratio at Eli Ramos Rosario is 8.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Eli Ramos Rosario rank in PR?

Eli Ramos Rosario ranks #173 of 842 schools in PR.

What is Eli Ramos Rosario's MySchoolScout rating?

Eli Ramos Rosario has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 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 Eli Ramos Rosario?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Eli Ramos Rosario has 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).

Is Eli Ramos Rosario a charter school?

No, Eli Ramos Rosario is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Eli Ramos Rosario a Title I school?

No, Eli Ramos Rosario is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Eli Ramos Rosario?

91.1% of students at Eli Ramos Rosario 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
36 Car-Dependent

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
293
Student-Teacher Ratio
8.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
34
Free/Reduced Lunch
91.1%
Type
regular
Setting
Small Suburb
County
Barceloneta Municipio
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
48.8%

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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