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#506 of 842 schools in PR
Federico Degetau Arecibo
Elementary School · PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
PO BOX 141918, Arecibo, PR 00612
Enrollment
320
Student-Teacher
7.8:1
Score
5.7
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
320
Student-Teacher
7.8:1
Score
5.7
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Puerto Rico schools
#506 of 842
In Arecibo
#11 of 20
public schools
In district
#506 of 842
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
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Federico Degetau Arecibo
Elementary School in Arecibo · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Federico Degetau Arecibo
Federico Degetau Arecibo is a public elementary school in Arecibo, PR, part of PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION. Federico Degetau Arecibo serves approximately 320 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 7.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Federico Degetau Arecibo has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #506 of 842 schools in PR.
Structured state assessment records for Federico Degetau Arecibo show 21% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
- This school 5.7 · Average
- District avg 7.0
- PR avg 7.0
What Parents Should Know
With a student-teacher ratio of 7.8:1, Federico Degetau Arecibo 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 Federico Degetau Arecibo was 63% 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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Federico Degetau Arecibo — Students at Federico Degetau Arecibo score 26% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 43%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
90.9%
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: 6.8/10.
How Federico Degetau Arecibo Compares
See how Federico Degetau Arecibo performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
PO BOX 141918, Arecibo, PR 00612
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Federico Degetau Arecibo may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ELBA LUGO CARRION (rated 9.5/10, 5.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is DR. CAYETANO COLL Y TOSTE (rated 9.3/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, FACTOR 5 (rated 8.5/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Arecibo, see our Arecibo schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 7.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| SUPERIOR VOCACIONAL DE ARECIBO Arecibo | 0.5 mi | 6.8 |
| FACTOR 5 Arecibo | 1.1 mi | 8.5 |
| DR. CAYETANO COLL Y TOSTE Arecibo | 2.0 mi | 9.3 |
| ANGELICA GOMEZ DE BETANCOURT Arecibo | 3.0 mi | 4.6 |
| ENRIQUE DE JESUS BORRAS Arecibo | 3.4 mi | 5.7 |
| EUGENIO MARIA DE HOSTOS ARECIBO Arecibo | 3.8 mi | 4.1 |
| DRA. MARIA CADILLA DE MARTINEZ Arecibo | 4.0 mi | 4.2 |
| JOHN W. HARRIS Arecibo | 4.5 mi | 6.3 |
| LUIS A FERRE AGUAYO Arecibo | 4.6 mi | 4.9 |
| COTTO ANEXO Arecibo | 4.8 mi | 7.2 |
| VICTOR ROJAS I Arecibo | 5.0 mi | 5.6 |
| ELBA LUGO CARRION Arecibo | 5.0 mi | 9.5 |
| ABELARDO MARTINEZ OTERO Arecibo | 5.1 mi | 7.7 |
| TRINA PADILLA DE SANZ ARECIBO Arecibo | 5.3 mi | 5.6 |
| LUIS MUNOZ MARIN ARECIBO Arecibo | 5.6 mi | 3.8 |
| MANUEL RUIZ GANDIA Arecibo | 5.8 mi | 4.7 |
| JULIO SEIJO Arecibo | 5.9 mi | 8.3 |
| VICENTE ACEVEDO BALLESTER Barceloneta | 6.0 mi | 6.4 |
| FRANCISCO PACHIN MARIN Arecibo | 6.1 mi | 5.8 |
| HECTOR M. RUIZ MARTINEZ Barceloneta | 7.1 mi | 5.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 00612 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$23,831
Median Home Value
$112,300
Median Rent
$503/mo
Population
62,462
College Educated
29.5%
Homeownership
61.2%
Avg Commute
25.9 min
Poverty Rate
40.8%
Median Age
44.7
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| ANTONIO R. BARCELO Canovanas, PR | 5.8 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Federico Degetau Arecibo
What grades does Federico Degetau Arecibo serve?
Federico Degetau Arecibo serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Federico Degetau Arecibo?
Federico Degetau Arecibo has an enrollment of approximately 320 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Federico Degetau Arecibo?
The student-teacher ratio at Federico Degetau Arecibo is 7.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Federico Degetau Arecibo rank in PR?
Federico Degetau Arecibo ranks #506 of 842 schools in PR.
What is Federico Degetau Arecibo's MySchoolScout rating?
Federico Degetau Arecibo has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 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 Federico Degetau Arecibo?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Federico Degetau Arecibo has 21% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
Is Federico Degetau Arecibo a charter school?
No, Federico Degetau Arecibo is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Federico Degetau Arecibo a Title I school?
No, Federico Degetau Arecibo is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Federico Degetau Arecibo?
90.9% of students at Federico Degetau Arecibo qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 320
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 41
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 90.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small Suburb
- County
- Arecibo Municipio
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 62.8%
- Phone
- (787) 881-1524
Resources & Links
District
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION- District Enrollment
- 240,910
- Schools in District
- 858
- District Rank
- #506 of 842
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