Excellent
#83 of 842 schools in PR
Top 10% in state
Emilio Del Toro Cuevas
Elementary School · PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
PO BOX 190299, San Juan, PR 00928
Enrollment
78
Student-Teacher
6.5:1
Score
8.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
78
Student-Teacher
6.5:1
Score
8.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Puerto Rico schools
#83 of 842
In San Juan
#5 of 82
public schools
In district
#83 of 842
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
Academic growth
9.9 / 10
Excellent
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Emilio Del Toro Cuevas
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About Emilio Del Toro Cuevas
Emilio Del Toro Cuevas is a public elementary school in San Juan, PR, part of PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION. Emilio Del Toro Cuevas serves approximately 78 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 6.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Emilio Del Toro Cuevas has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.7 out of 10 and ranks #83 of 842 schools in PR.
Structured state assessment records for Emilio Del Toro Cuevas show 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
- This school 8.7 · Excellent
- District avg 7.0
- PR avg 7.0
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 78 students, Emilio Del Toro Cuevas 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 6.5:1, Emilio Del Toro Cuevas 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 Emilio Del Toro Cuevas was 44% 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
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Emilio Del Toro Cuevas — Students at Emilio Del Toro Cuevas score 60% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
91%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores PR EDFACTS (2017-18)
Based on 18 test records from PR state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↑ ImprovingAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.9/10.
How Emilio Del Toro Cuevas Compares
See how Emilio Del Toro Cuevas performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
PO BOX 190299, San Juan, PR 00928
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Emilio Del Toro Cuevas may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. JUANITA GARCIA PERAZA (rated 8.4/10, 0.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is RAFAEL HERNANDEZ SAN JUAN (rated 8.1/10, 1.1 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, MANUEL BOADA (rated 7.5/10, 0.6 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in San Juan, see our San Juan schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ERNESTO RAMOS ANTONINI - MUSICA San Juan | 0.4 mi | 7.6 |
| PACHIN MARIN San Juan | 0.5 mi | 5.0 |
| MANUEL BOADA San Juan | 0.6 mi | 7.5 |
| ERNESTO RAMOS ANTONINI SAN JUAN San Juan | 0.7 mi | 4.5 |
| FEDERICO ASENJO - PRETECNICA San Juan | 0.7 mi | 5.0 |
| ALBERT EINSTEIN San Juan | 0.8 mi | 3.4 |
| JUANITA GARCIA PERAZA San Juan | 0.8 mi | 8.4 |
| ELEONOR ROOSEVELT San Juan | 0.9 mi | 6.7 |
| ANTONIO B. CAIMARY San Juan | 1.0 mi | 5.1 |
| DR. FACUNDO BUESO San Juan | 1.0 mi | 3.8 |
| ALEJANDRO TAPIA Y RIVERA SAN JUAN San Juan | 1.0 mi | 6.5 |
| JUAN PONCE DE LEON San Juan | 1.0 mi | 3.4 |
| GUSTAVO A. BECQUER San Juan | 1.1 mi | 2.9 |
| LUIS MUNOZ RIVERA SAN JUAN San Juan | 1.1 mi | 5.0 |
| RAFAEL HERNANDEZ SAN JUAN San Juan | 1.1 mi | 8.1 |
| MANUEL ELZABURU Y VIZCARRONDO San Juan | 1.1 mi | 6.1 |
| JUAN JOSE OSUNA San Juan | 1.2 mi | 7.9 |
| LCDO. GUILLERMO ATILES MOREAU San Juan | 1.2 mi | 8.5 |
| DR. JULIO J. HENNA San Juan | 1.4 mi | 7.4 |
| VICTOR PARES COLLAZO San Juan | 1.4 mi | 6.7 |
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| LA CARMEN Maricao, PR | 8.6 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Emilio Del Toro Cuevas
What grades does Emilio Del Toro Cuevas serve?
Emilio Del Toro Cuevas serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Emilio Del Toro Cuevas?
Emilio Del Toro Cuevas has an enrollment of approximately 78 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Emilio Del Toro Cuevas?
The student-teacher ratio at Emilio Del Toro Cuevas is 6.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Emilio Del Toro Cuevas rank in PR?
Emilio Del Toro Cuevas ranks #83 of 842 schools in PR.
What is Emilio Del Toro Cuevas's MySchoolScout rating?
Emilio Del Toro Cuevas has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.7 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 Emilio Del Toro Cuevas?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Emilio Del Toro Cuevas has 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
Is Emilio Del Toro Cuevas a charter school?
No, Emilio Del Toro Cuevas is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Emilio Del Toro Cuevas a Title I school?
No, Emilio Del Toro Cuevas is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Emilio Del Toro Cuevas?
91.0% of students at Emilio Del Toro Cuevas qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
- Walk Score
- 86 Very Walkable
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 78
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 12
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 91.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- San Juan Municipio
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 43.6%
- Phone
- (787) 753-0384
Resources & Links
District
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION- District Enrollment
- 240,910
- Schools in District
- 858
- District Rank
- #83 of 842
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