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#352 of 842 schools in PR

Top 42% in state

Elvira Ruperto Quiles

Elementary School · PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION

PO BOX 3050 / APT 6575, Mayaguez, PR 00682

Enrollment

210

Student-Teacher

9.5:1

Score

6.7

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Puerto Rico schools

#352 of 842

In Mayaguez

#5 of 15

public schools

In district

#352 of 842

PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION

School environment

9.7 / 10

Excellent

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Elvira Ruperto Quiles

6.7/10

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

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About Elvira Ruperto Quiles

Elvira Ruperto Quiles is a public elementary school in Mayaguez, PR, part of PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION. Elvira Ruperto Quiles serves approximately 210 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 9.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Elvira Ruperto Quiles has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #352 of 842 schools in PR.

Structured state assessment records for Elvira Ruperto Quiles show 20% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 6.7 · Average
  • District avg 7.0
  • PR avg 7.0

What Parents Should Know

With a student-teacher ratio of 9.5:1, Elvira Ruperto Quiles 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 Progress6.2Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data9
Annual Change+0.63 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2018
TrendStable
Academics5.5Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency23% (2018 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency36% (2018 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency30% (2018 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)41% (model expectation from 2018 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-11.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile37th
Resources & Environment9.7Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio9.5:1

Elvira Ruperto Quiles — Students at Elvira Ruperto Quiles score 30% proficient, which is below 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 20.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2018)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 38.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2018)
School
State
N/A

Based on 18 test records from PR state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
19%
ELA
34%
2011
Math
11%
ELA
37%
2012
Math
14%
ELA
46%
2013
Math
13%
ELA
35%
2014
Math
22%
ELA
36%
2015
Math
33%
ELA
48%
2016
Math
27%
ELA
42%
2017
Math
18%
ELA
32%
2018
Math
23%
ELA
36%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.2/10.

How Elvira Ruperto Quiles Compares

See how Elvira Ruperto Quiles performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.7/10
58th percentile in PR
Academic
5.5/10
Average
Growth
6.2/10
Average
Environment
9.7/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
91%
Teaching Staff
10:1 student-teacher ratio
22 teachers

Location

PO BOX 3050 / APT 6575, Mayaguez, PR 00682

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Elvira Ruperto Quiles may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ANTONIO GONZALEZ SUAREZ (rated 8.4/10, 5.1 miles away, in nearby Anasco), which scores notably higher. Another option is CRUZ MARIA GOMEZ DE MALAVE (rated 8.1/10, 3.8 miles away, in nearby Anasco), which scores notably higher. Additionally, SEGUNDO RUIZ BELVIS MAYAGUEZ (rated 7.7/10, 4.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Mayaguez, see our Mayaguez schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.1 mi
School Distance Rating
RAFAEL MARTINEZ NADAL MAYAGUEZ Mayaguez 3.1 mi 4.9
JOSE GAUTIER BENITEZ MAYAGUEZ Mayaguez 3.1 mi 3.0
CENTRO RESIDENCIAL OPORTUNIDADES EDUCATIVAS MAYAGUEZ (CROEM) Mayaguez 3.6 mi 8.7
LUIS MUNOZ RIVERA MAYAGUEZ Mayaguez 3.6 mi 4.4
CRUZ MARIA GOMEZ DE MALAVE Anasco 3.8 mi 8.1
DR PEDRO PEREA FAJARDO Mayaguez 3.7 mi 6.2
MANUEL A. BARRETO Mayaguez 3.9 mi 4.4
EUGENIO MARIA DE HOSTOS MAYAGUEZ Mayaguez 4.0 mi 5.6
OLGA MAS RAMIREZ Mayaguez 4.1 mi 5.4
MARIANO RIERA PALMER Mayaguez 4.0 mi 6.4
LAURO GONZALEZ HIJO Las Marias 4.2 mi 6.9
DR. SILVERIO MEDINA GAUD Las Marias 4.2 mi 6.8
ELPIDIO H. RIVERA Mayaguez 4.4 mi 4.8
LAURA MERCADO San German 4.5 mi 6.9
MARIA DOLORES FARIA Mayaguez 4.5 mi 4.0
ISABEL SUAREZ Anasco 4.7 mi 4.3
ALCIDES FIGUEROA Anasco 4.7 mi 7.9
SEGUNDO RUIZ BELVIS MAYAGUEZ Mayaguez 4.7 mi 7.7
CARMEN CASASUS MARTI Anasco 4.8 mi 6.9
ANTONIO GONZALEZ SUAREZ Anasco 5.1 mi 8.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 00682 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$18,067

Median Home Value

$116,800

Median Rent

$448/mo

Population

29,939

College Educated

30.5%

Homeownership

46.1%

Avg Commute

19.7 min

Poverty Rate

53.9%

Median Age

38.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Elvira Ruperto Quiles

What grades does Elvira Ruperto Quiles serve?

Elvira Ruperto Quiles serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Elvira Ruperto Quiles?

Elvira Ruperto Quiles has an enrollment of approximately 210 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Elvira Ruperto Quiles?

The student-teacher ratio at Elvira Ruperto Quiles is 9.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Elvira Ruperto Quiles rank in PR?

Elvira Ruperto Quiles ranks #352 of 842 schools in PR.

What is Elvira Ruperto Quiles's MySchoolScout rating?

Elvira Ruperto Quiles has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 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 Elvira Ruperto Quiles?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Elvira Ruperto Quiles has 20% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).

Is Elvira Ruperto Quiles a charter school?

No, Elvira Ruperto Quiles is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Elvira Ruperto Quiles a Title I school?

No, Elvira Ruperto Quiles is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Elvira Ruperto Quiles?

91.0% of students at Elvira Ruperto Quiles 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
210
Student-Teacher Ratio
9.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
22
Free/Reduced Lunch
91.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Small Suburb
County
Mayagüez Municipio

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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