Excellent
#185 of 842 schools in PR
Top 22% in state
Epifanio Fernandez Vanga
Elementary School · PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
PO BOX 8774, Bayamon, PR 00960
Enrollment
188
Student-Teacher
9.4:1
Score
8.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
188
Student-Teacher
9.4:1
Score
8.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Puerto Rico schools
#185 of 842
In Bayamon
#7 of 41
public schools
In district
#185 of 842
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
School environment
9.7 / 10
Excellent
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About Epifanio Fernandez Vanga
Epifanio Fernandez Vanga is a public elementary school in Bayamon, PR, part of PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION. Epifanio Fernandez Vanga serves approximately 188 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 9.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Epifanio Fernandez Vanga has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 out of 10 and ranks #185 of 842 schools in PR.
Structured state assessment records for Epifanio Fernandez Vanga show 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
- This school 8.0 · Excellent
- District avg 7.0
- PR avg 7.0
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 188 students, Epifanio Fernandez Vanga 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 9.4:1, Epifanio Fernandez Vanga 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
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Epifanio Fernandez Vanga — Students at Epifanio Fernandez Vanga score 54% 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
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.1/10.
How Epifanio Fernandez Vanga Compares
See how Epifanio Fernandez Vanga performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
PO BOX 8774, Bayamon, PR 00960
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Epifanio Fernandez Vanga may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. MARIA J. CORREDOR RIVERA (rated 9.3/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Toa Baja), which scores notably higher. Another option is RAMON MORALES PENA (rated 9.1/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, VIRGILIO DAVILA (rated 8.6/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Bayamon, see our Bayamon schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| DR. HIRAM GONZALEZ Bayamon | 0.4 mi | 7.2 |
| PAPA JUAN XXIII Bayamon | 0.5 mi | 8.4 |
| JUAN MOREL CAMPOS BAYAMON Bayamon | 0.7 mi | 6.9 |
| PABLO CASALS Bayamon | 0.9 mi | 7.5 |
| ACADEMIA DE CIENCIAS Y TECNOLOGIA ALIANZA Dorado | 0.9 mi | — |
| JUAN RAMON JIMENEZ BAYAMON Bayamon | 1.1 mi | 4.1 |
| LUDOVICO COSTOSO Bayamon | 1.2 mi | 7.2 |
| CARLOS ORAMA PADILLA Bayamon | 1.1 mi | 7.3 |
| VIRGILIO DAVILA Bayamon | 1.3 mi | 8.6 |
| MIGUEL MELENDEZ MUNOZ BAYAMON Bayamon | 1.3 mi | 6.9 |
| CACIQUE AGUEYBANA Bayamon | 1.3 mi | 7.9 |
| DR. JOSE ANTONIO DAVILA Bayamon | 1.3 mi | 5.5 |
| ELEMENTAL REXVILLE Bayamon | 1.5 mi | 8.2 |
| DR. AGUSTIN STAHL Bayamon | 1.5 mi | 5.0 |
| MARIA J. CORREDOR RIVERA Toa Baja | 1.6 mi | 9.3 |
| FRANCISCO MANRIQUE CABRERA Bayamon | 1.7 mi | 5.5 |
| CRISTOBAL COLON Bayamon | 1.7 mi | 6.8 |
| RAFAEL COLON SALGADO Bayamon | 1.9 mi | 7.3 |
| RAMON MORALES PENA Bayamon | 1.9 mi | 9.1 |
| INES MARIA MENDOZA DE MUNOZ MARIN BAYAMON Bayamon | 1.8 mi | 5.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 00960 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Population
3,340
College Educated
4.8%
Poverty Rate
45.3%
Median Age
37.4
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| ESTEBAN ROSADO BAEZ Mayaguez, PR | 8.0 |
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| INOCENCIO CINTRON ZAYAS Barranquitas, PR | 8.0 |
| JUAN A. SANCHEZ DAVILA Manati, PR | 8.0 |
| LUIS MUNIZ SOUFFRONT San Juan, PR | 8.0 |
| RICARDO RODRIGUEZ TORRES Florida, PR | 8.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Epifanio Fernandez Vanga
What grades does Epifanio Fernandez Vanga serve?
Epifanio Fernandez Vanga serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Epifanio Fernandez Vanga?
Epifanio Fernandez Vanga has an enrollment of approximately 188 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Epifanio Fernandez Vanga?
The student-teacher ratio at Epifanio Fernandez Vanga is 9.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Epifanio Fernandez Vanga rank in PR?
Epifanio Fernandez Vanga ranks #185 of 842 schools in PR.
What is Epifanio Fernandez Vanga's MySchoolScout rating?
Epifanio Fernandez Vanga has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 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 Epifanio Fernandez Vanga?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Epifanio Fernandez Vanga has 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
Is Epifanio Fernandez Vanga a charter school?
No, Epifanio Fernandez Vanga is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Epifanio Fernandez Vanga a Title I school?
No, Epifanio Fernandez Vanga is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Epifanio Fernandez Vanga?
91.0% of students at Epifanio Fernandez Vanga 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
- 64 Somewhat Walkable
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 188
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 20
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 91.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Bayamón Municipio
- Phone
- (787) 785-8373
Resources & Links
District
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION- District Enrollment
- 240,910
- Schools in District
- 858
- District Rank
- #185 of 842
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