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#592 of 842 schools in PR
Florencia Garcia
High School · PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
PO BOX 1221, Las Piedras, PR 00771
Enrollment
351
Student-Teacher
11:1
Score
5.2
Grades
8th – 12th
Enrollment
351
Student-Teacher
11:1
Score
5.2
Grades
8th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Puerto Rico schools
#592 of 842
In Las Piedras
#6 of 8
public schools
In district
#592 of 842
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
School environment
9.7 / 10
Excellent
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About Florencia Garcia
Florencia Garcia is a public high school in Las Piedras, PR, part of PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION. Florencia Garcia serves approximately 351 students, and covers grades 8th-12th, and has a 11:1 student-teacher ratio. Florencia Garcia has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #592 of 842 schools in PR.
Structured state assessment records for Florencia Garcia show 5% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
- This school 5.2 · Average
- District avg 5.7
- PR avg 5.7
Score Breakdown
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Florencia Garcia — Students at Florencia Garcia score 15% 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
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 2.7/10.
How Florencia Garcia Compares
See how Florencia Garcia 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 1221, Las Piedras, PR 00771
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Florencia Garcia may also want to explore other high schools in the area. ANITA OTERO HERNANDEZ (rated 7.6/10, 3.6 miles away, in nearby Humacao), which scores notably higher. Another option is RAMON POWER Y GIRALT LAS PIEDRAS (rated 6.3/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, JUAN PONCE DE LEON HUMACAO (rated 6.3/10, 3.2 miles away, in nearby Humacao), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Las Piedras, see our Las Piedras schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| LEONCIO MELENDEZ Las Piedras | 0.5 mi | 3.8 |
| CARMEN BENITEZ Las Piedras | 0.6 mi | 6.4 |
| RAMON POWER Y GIRALT LAS PIEDRAS Las Piedras | 0.7 mi | 6.3 |
| MIGUEL HERNANDEZ AGOSTO Las Piedras | 0.8 mi | 7.7 |
| SANTIAGO TORRES Las Piedras | 1.0 mi | 4.1 |
| LUIS MUNOZ RIVERA LAS PIEDRAS Las Piedras | 2.2 mi | 5.9 |
| PETRA MERCADO BOUGART Humacao | 2.5 mi | 6.1 |
| CARLOS RIVERA UFRET Humacao | 2.6 mi | 3.1 |
| LUZ A. CRUZ DE SANTANA Humacao | 2.9 mi | 8.5 |
| CARMEN PILAR SANTOS Humacao | 3.0 mi | 5.1 |
| RUFINO VIGO Humacao | 3.0 mi | 7.1 |
| ANTONIO ROSA GUZMAN Humacao | 3.2 mi | 4.5 |
| JOSE DE DIEGO LAS PIEDRAS Las Piedras | 3.2 mi | 8.8 |
| JUAN PONCE DE LEON HUMACAO Humacao | 3.2 mi | 6.3 |
| AVELINO PENA REYES Humacao | 3.3 mi | 6.0 |
| ANA ROQUE DE DUPREY Humacao | 3.3 mi | 3.4 |
| PEDRO BOSCH Juncos | 3.4 mi | 3.0 |
| BRAULIO AYALA PEREZ Humacao | 3.5 mi | 9.1 |
| SUPERIOR VOCACIONAL MANUEL MEDIAVILLA Humacao | 3.6 mi | 5.2 |
| ANITA OTERO HERNANDEZ Humacao | 3.6 mi | 7.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 00771 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$25,662
Median Home Value
$120,700
Median Rent
$493/mo
Population
35,165
College Educated
28.9%
Homeownership
77.1%
Avg Commute
30.1 min
Poverty Rate
37.9%
Median Age
42.9
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Florencia Garcia
What grades does Florencia Garcia serve?
Florencia Garcia serves students in grades 8th through 12th.
How many students attend Florencia Garcia?
Florencia Garcia has an enrollment of approximately 351 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Florencia Garcia?
The student-teacher ratio at Florencia Garcia is 11:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Florencia Garcia rank in PR?
Florencia Garcia ranks #592 of 842 schools in PR.
What is Florencia Garcia's MySchoolScout rating?
Florencia Garcia has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 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 Florencia Garcia?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Florencia Garcia has 5% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
Is Florencia Garcia a charter school?
No, Florencia Garcia is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Florencia Garcia a Title I school?
No, Florencia Garcia is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Florencia Garcia?
91.2% of students at Florencia Garcia 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
- 8th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 351
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 32
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 91.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Las Piedras Municipio
- Phone
- (787) 716-0044
- 4-Year Graduation
- 67.0%
Resources & Links
District
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION- District Enrollment
- 240,910
- Schools in District
- 858
- District Rank
- #592 of 842
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