Below Average
#726 of 842 schools in PR
Fidel Lopez Colon
Elementary School · PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
PO BOX 623, Corozal, PR 00783
Enrollment
328
Student-Teacher
12.1:1
Score
4.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
328
Student-Teacher
12.1:1
Score
4.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Puerto Rico schools
#726 of 842
In Corozal
#8 of 9
public schools
In district
#726 of 842
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
School environment
7.8 / 10
Very Good
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About Fidel Lopez Colon
Fidel Lopez Colon is a public elementary school in Corozal, PR, part of PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION. Fidel Lopez Colon serves approximately 328 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 12.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Fidel Lopez Colon has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 out of 10 and ranks #726 of 842 schools in PR.
Structured state assessment records for Fidel Lopez Colon show 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
- This school 4.3 · Below Average
- District avg 7.0
- PR avg 7.0
Score Breakdown
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Fidel Lopez Colon — Students at Fidel Lopez Colon score 32% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
91.2%
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
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 1.8/10.
How Fidel Lopez Colon Compares
See how Fidel Lopez Colon performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
PO BOX 623, Corozal, PR 00783
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Fidel Lopez Colon may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. IGNACIO MIRANDA (rated 9.4/10, 5.0 miles away, in nearby Vega Alta), which scores notably higher. Another option is ANTONIO PAOLI VEGA ALTA (rated 8.7/10, 4.9 miles away, in nearby Vega Alta), which scores notably higher. Additionally, INTERMEDIA BO. QUEBRADA ARENAS (rated 8.3/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Toa Baja), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Corozal, see our Corozal schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| PABLO DAVID BURGOS MARRERO Corozal | 0.2 mi | 7.5 |
| MANUEL BOU GALI Corozal | 0.8 mi | 5.0 |
| EMILIO R. DELGADO Corozal | 0.9 mi | 3.9 |
| JULIAN MARRERO Corozal | 1.5 mi | 6.5 |
| INTERMEDIA BO. QUEBRADA ARENAS Toa Baja | 1.9 mi | 8.3 |
| GENARO BOU Corozal | 2.3 mi | 7.0 |
| NICOLAS RODRIGUEZ Corozal | 2.7 mi | 7.1 |
| ADOLFO GARCIA Naranjito | 2.9 mi | 3.9 |
| ALEJANDRO JR. CRUZ Toa Alta | 3.8 mi | 4.3 |
| ELISA DAVILA VAZQUEZ Vega Alta | 4.1 mi | 7.0 |
| COLEEN VAZQUEZ URRUTIA Naranjito | 4.4 mi | 5.0 |
| JOSE R. BARRERAS Morovis | 4.3 mi | 6.6 |
| DR. JOSE PADIN COROZAL Corozal | 4.6 mi | 6.2 |
| LADISLAO MARTINEZ Vega Alta | 4.9 mi | 5.4 |
| ANTONIO PAOLI VEGA ALTA Vega Alta | 4.9 mi | 8.7 |
| MERCEDES ROSADO Naranjito | 4.8 mi | 4.9 |
| FRANCISCO MORALES Naranjito | 4.8 mi | 3.5 |
| IGNACIO MIRANDA Vega Alta | 5.0 mi | 9.4 |
| CRISTOBAL SANTANA MELECIO Dorado | 5.0 mi | 6.2 |
| ELEMENTAL URBANA DE VEGA ALTA Vega Alta | 5.2 mi | 5.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 00783 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$24,429
Median Home Value
$118,300
Median Rent
$527/mo
Population
34,266
College Educated
21.8%
Homeownership
75.4%
Avg Commute
34.6 min
Poverty Rate
43.4%
Median Age
42.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| HERMINIA RIVERA FERNANDEZ Bayamon, PR | 4.4 |
| LUIS MUNOZ RIVERA MAYAGUEZ Mayaguez, PR | 4.4 |
| ANTONIO ROSA GUZMAN Humacao, PR | 4.5 |
| HONORIO HERNANDEZ Quebradillas, PR | 4.1 |
| JAGUAL ADENTRO San Lorenzo, PR | 4.1 |
| ARIANYS NICOLE ROSA LUQUIS Ciales, PR | 4.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Fidel Lopez Colon
What grades does Fidel Lopez Colon serve?
Fidel Lopez Colon serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Fidel Lopez Colon?
Fidel Lopez Colon has an enrollment of approximately 328 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Fidel Lopez Colon?
The student-teacher ratio at Fidel Lopez Colon is 12.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Fidel Lopez Colon rank in PR?
Fidel Lopez Colon ranks #726 of 842 schools in PR.
What is Fidel Lopez Colon's MySchoolScout rating?
Fidel Lopez Colon has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 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 Fidel Lopez Colon?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Fidel Lopez Colon has 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
Is Fidel Lopez Colon a charter school?
No, Fidel Lopez Colon is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Fidel Lopez Colon a Title I school?
No, Fidel Lopez Colon is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Fidel Lopez Colon?
91.2% of students at Fidel Lopez Colon 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
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 328
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 27
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 91.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Corozal Municipio
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 20.7%
- Phone
- (787) 859-4592
Resources & Links
District
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION- District Enrollment
- 240,910
- Schools in District
- 858
- District Rank
- #726 of 842
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