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Very Good

#256 of 842 schools in PR

Top 30% in state

Elsa Diani Martinez Torres

Elementary School · PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION

PO BOX 1778, Cayey, PR 00739

Enrollment

366

Student-Teacher

11.4:1

Score

7.4

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Puerto Rico schools

#256 of 842

In Cayey

#7 of 14

public schools

In district

#256 of 842

PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION

Academic growth

7.5 / 10

Very Good

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Elsa Diani Martinez Torres

7.4/10

Elementary School in Cayey · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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7.1/10

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About Elsa Diani Martinez Torres

Elsa Diani Martinez Torres is a public elementary school in Cayey, PR, part of PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION. Elsa Diani Martinez Torres serves approximately 366 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 11.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Elsa Diani Martinez Torres has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10 and ranks #256 of 842 schools in PR.

Structured state assessment records for Elsa Diani Martinez Torres show 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).

How it compares0.4 pts above district
  • This school 7.4 · Very Good
  • District avg 7.0
  • PR avg 7.0

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.5Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data9
Annual Change+1.39 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2018
TrendImproving
Academics7.2Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency30% (2018 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency57% (2018 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency44% (2018 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)41% (model expectation from 2018 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+2.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile58th
Resources & Environment7.5Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.4:1
Chronic Absenteeism24.9%

Elsa Diani Martinez Torres — Students at Elsa Diani Martinez Torres score 44% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

91%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores PR EDFACTS (2017-18)

Math Proficiency 19.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2018)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 49.9% (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
20%
ELA
39%
2011
Math
14%
ELA
51%
2012
Math
14%
ELA
47%
2013
Math
10%
ELA
50%
2014
Math
12%
ELA
46%
2015
Math
28%
ELA
62%
2016
Math
22%
ELA
47%
2017
Math
23%
ELA
50%
2018
Math
30%
ELA
57%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.5/10.

How Elsa Diani Martinez Torres Compares

See how Elsa Diani Martinez Torres performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.4/10
70th percentile in PR
Academic
7.2/10
Very Good
Growth
7.5/10
Very Good
Environment
7.5/10
Very Good

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
91%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
32 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
24.9%

Location

PO BOX 1778, Cayey, PR 00739

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Elsa Diani Martinez Torres may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. VIRGINIA VAZQUEZ MENDOZA (rated 8.9/10, 4.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ROSA C. BENITEZ (rated 8.8/10, 5.0 miles away, in nearby Caguas), which scores notably higher. Additionally, GERARDO SELLES SOLA CAYEY (rated 7.9/10, 4.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Cayey, see our Cayey schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.0 mi
School Distance Rating
JUAN STUBBE Cidra 1.6 mi 7.1
CARMEN D ORTIZ ORTIZ Aguas Buenas 2.0 mi 7.0
REGINO VEGA MARTINEZ Cidra 2.8 mi 5.1
LUIS MUNOZ IGLESIAS Cidra 3.0 mi 8.7
JESUS T. PINERO CIDRA Cidra 3.0 mi 8.2
ANA J. CANDELAS Cidra 3.4 mi 6.7
RUTH EVELYN CRUZ SANTOS Cidra 3.5 mi 6.1
ERNESTO VICENTE CARATTINI Cidra 3.6 mi 6.7
VIOLETA REYES PEREZ Cidra 3.8 mi 5.9
LUIS MUNOZ MARIN AGUAS BUENAS Aguas Buenas 4.0 mi 7.7
DR. PEDRO ALBIZU CAMPOS AGUAS BUENAS Aguas Buenas 4.0 mi 6.2
BAYAMONCITO Aguas Buenas 4.0 mi 6.6
GERARDO SELLES SOLA CAYEY Cayey 4.2 mi 7.9
CHARLES E. MINER Caguas 4.2 mi 5.3
SUPERIOR URBANA JOSE FELIX RODRIGUEZ Aguas Buenas 4.5 mi 5.5
DR. JUAN JOSE OSUNA Caguas 4.4 mi 6.7
HAYDEE CABALLERO Caguas 4.5 mi 4.5
VIRGINIA VAZQUEZ MENDOZA Cayey 4.7 mi 8.9
CONCEPCION MENDEZ CANO Caguas 4.5 mi 4.1
ROSA C. BENITEZ Caguas 5.0 mi 8.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 00739 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$26,801

Median Home Value

$138,400

Median Rent

$547/mo

Population

34,595

College Educated

26.9%

Homeownership

67.4%

Avg Commute

28.6 min

Poverty Rate

36.8%

Median Age

43.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Elsa Diani Martinez Torres

What grades does Elsa Diani Martinez Torres serve?

Elsa Diani Martinez Torres serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Elsa Diani Martinez Torres?

Elsa Diani Martinez Torres has an enrollment of approximately 366 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Elsa Diani Martinez Torres?

The student-teacher ratio at Elsa Diani Martinez Torres is 11.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Elsa Diani Martinez Torres rank in PR?

Elsa Diani Martinez Torres ranks #256 of 842 schools in PR.

What is Elsa Diani Martinez Torres's MySchoolScout rating?

Elsa Diani Martinez Torres has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 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 Elsa Diani Martinez Torres?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Elsa Diani Martinez Torres has 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).

Is Elsa Diani Martinez Torres a charter school?

No, Elsa Diani Martinez Torres is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Elsa Diani Martinez Torres a Title I school?

No, Elsa Diani Martinez Torres is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Elsa Diani Martinez Torres?

91.0% of students at Elsa Diani Martinez Torres 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 – 8th
Enrollment
366
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
32
Free/Reduced Lunch
91.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Cidra Municipio
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
24.9%

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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