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#13 of 842 schools in PR

Top 1% in state

Elsa E. Couto Annoni

Elementary School · PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION

PO BOX 1037, Guanica, PR 00653

Enrollment

116

Student-Teacher

9.7:1

Score

9.5

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Puerto Rico schools

#13 of 842

In Guanica

#1 of 6

public schools

In district

#13 of 842

PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION

Academic growth

9.7 / 10

Excellent

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Elsa E. Couto Annoni

9.5/10

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

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About Elsa E. Couto Annoni

Elsa E. Couto Annoni is a public elementary school in Guanica, PR, part of PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION. Elsa E.

Couto Annoni serves approximately 116 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 9.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Elsa E. Couto Annoni has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.5 out of 10 and ranks #13 of 842 schools in PR.

Structured state assessment records for Elsa E. Couto Annoni show 58% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).

How it compares2.5 pts above district
  • This school 9.5 · Excellent
  • District avg 7.0
  • PR avg 7.0

What Parents Should Know

With an enrollment of 116 students, Elsa E. Couto Annoni is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.

With a student-teacher ratio of 9.7:1, Elsa E. Couto Annoni 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.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.7Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data9
Annual Change+4.85 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2018
TrendImproving
Academics9.3Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency87% (2018 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency67% (2018 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency77% (2018 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)50% (model expectation from 2018 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+27.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile89th
Resources & Environment9.1Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio9.7:1
Chronic Absenteeism6%

Elsa E. Couto Annoni — Students at Elsa E. Couto Annoni score 77% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 50%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

90.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores PR EDFACTS (2017-18)

Math Proficiency 57.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2018)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 58.7% (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
37%
ELA
42%
2011
Math
37%
ELA
37%
2012
Math
47%
ELA
67%
2013
Math
52%
ELA
62%
2014
Math
52%
ELA
52%
2015
Math
47%
ELA
52%
2016
Math
64.5%
ELA
64.5%
2017
Math
95%
ELA
84.5%
2018
Math
87%
ELA
67%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.7/10.

How Elsa E. Couto Annoni Compares

See how Elsa E. Couto Annoni performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
9.5/10
99th percentile in PR
Academic
9.3/10
Excellent
Growth
9.7/10
Excellent
Environment
9.1/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
91%
Teaching Staff
10:1 student-teacher ratio
12 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
6.0%

Location

PO BOX 1037, Guanica, PR 00653

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Elsa E. Couto Annoni may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. BENICIA VELEZ (rated 9.4/10, 4.4 miles away, in nearby Yauco), with a very similar rating. Another option is INES MARIA MENDOZA YAUCO (rated 9.3/10, 4.5 miles away, in nearby Yauco), with a very similar rating. Additionally, PROFESORA LUISA MONSEGUR VELEZ (rated 9.3/10, 5.2 miles away, in nearby Yauco), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Guanica, see our Guanica schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.6 mi
School Distance Rating
MARIA L. MCDOUGALL Guanica 1.4 mi 7.5
AUREA E. QUILES CLAUDIO Guanica 1.4 mi 5.6
AGRIPINA SEDA Guanica 1.5 mi 5.0
JOSE RODRIGUEZ SOTO Lajas 1.8 mi 4.2
LUIS MUNOZ RIVERA GUANICA Guanica 1.9 mi 8.9
MAGUEYES II Guanica 3.3 mi 5.3
DAVID ANTONGIORGI CORDOVA Sabana Grande 3.7 mi 7.4
LUIS A. FERRE AGUAYO Yauco 3.7 mi 7.1
BENICIA VELEZ Yauco 4.4 mi 9.4
INES MARIA MENDOZA YAUCO Yauco 4.5 mi 9.3
LOAIZA CORDERO DEL ROSARIO Yauco 4.5 mi 6.2
SUPERIOR OCUPACIONAL Y TECNICA DE YAUCO Yauco 5.2 mi 6.0
JOSE ONOFRE TORRES Yauco 5.2 mi 4.5
PROFESORA LUISA MONSEGUR VELEZ Yauco 5.2 mi 9.3
ARTURO LLUBERAS Yauco 5.4 mi 8.6
ALMACIGO ALTO II Yauco 5.6 mi 8.2
ERNESTO RAMOS ANTONINI YAUCO Yauco 5.6 mi 9.3
LUIS MUNOZ RIVERA YAUCO Yauco 5.6 mi 7.7
ELVIRA VICENTE Yauco 5.6 mi 5.8
SANTIAGO NEGRONI Yauco 5.6 mi 8.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 00653 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$15,225

Median Home Value

$80,400

Median Rent

$326/mo

Population

8,665

College Educated

15.3%

Homeownership

68.5%

Poverty Rate

66.2%

Median Age

45.2

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BENICIA VELEZ Yauco, PR 9.4
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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Elsa E. Couto Annoni

What grades does Elsa E. Couto Annoni serve?

Elsa E. Couto Annoni serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Elsa E. Couto Annoni?

Elsa E. Couto Annoni has an enrollment of approximately 116 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Elsa E. Couto Annoni?

The student-teacher ratio at Elsa E. Couto Annoni is 9.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Elsa E. Couto Annoni rank in PR?

Elsa E. Couto Annoni ranks #13 of 842 schools in PR.

What is Elsa E. Couto Annoni's MySchoolScout rating?

Elsa E. Couto Annoni has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.5 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 E. Couto Annoni?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Elsa E. Couto Annoni has 58% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).

Is Elsa E. Couto Annoni a charter school?

No, Elsa E. Couto Annoni is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Elsa E. Couto Annoni a Title I school?

No, Elsa E. Couto Annoni is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Elsa E. Couto Annoni?

90.5% of students at Elsa E. Couto Annoni 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
116
Student-Teacher Ratio
9.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
12
Free/Reduced Lunch
90.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Fringe Town
County
Guánica Municipio
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
6.0%

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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