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#517 of 842 schools in PR
Francisco Matias Lugo
Elementary School · PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
PO BOX 3474, Carolina, PR 00983
Enrollment
526
Student-Teacher
12:1
Score
5.7
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
526
Student-Teacher
12:1
Score
5.7
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Puerto Rico schools
#517 of 842
In Carolina
#9 of 25
public schools
In district
#517 of 842
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
School environment
7.0 / 10
Very Good
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About Francisco Matias Lugo
Francisco Matias Lugo is a public elementary school in Carolina, PR, part of PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION. Francisco Matias Lugo serves approximately 526 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 12:1 student-teacher ratio. Francisco Matias Lugo has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #517 of 842 schools in PR.
Structured state assessment records for Francisco Matias Lugo show 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 36% 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
The chronic absenteeism rate at Francisco Matias Lugo was 31% 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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Francisco Matias Lugo — Students at Francisco Matias Lugo score 33% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
91.1%
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: 5.0/10.
How Francisco Matias Lugo Compares
See how Francisco Matias Lugo performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
PO BOX 3474, Carolina, PR 00983
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Francisco Matias Lugo may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. DRA. ANGELES PASTOR (rated 8.1/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby San Juan), which scores notably higher. Another option is DR. MODESTO RIVERA RIVERA (rated 7.9/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, MARIA TERESA SERRANO (rated 7.7/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Carolina, see our Carolina schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| MARIA TERESA SERRANO Carolina | 0.5 mi | 7.7 |
| MANUEL FEBRES GONZALEZ Carolina | 0.7 mi | 4.0 |
| GILBERTO CONCEPCION DE GRACIA Carolina | 0.7 mi | 4.6 |
| RENE MARQUES Carolina | 0.9 mi | 3.9 |
| RVDO. FELIX CASTRO RODRIGUEZ Carolina | 1.1 mi | 4.4 |
| EDUARDO J. SALDANA Carolina | 1.1 mi | 7.8 |
| DR. MODESTO RIVERA RIVERA Carolina | 1.2 mi | 7.9 |
| LUZ AMERICA CALDERON Carolina | 1.2 mi | 4.4 |
| AGUSTIN CABRERA Carolina | 1.3 mi | 4.4 |
| PEDRO MOCZO BANIET Carolina | 1.3 mi | 4.0 |
| PASCASIO P. SANCERRIT Carolina | 1.3 mi | 2.8 |
| DR. JOSE M. LAZARO Carolina | 1.4 mi | 4.7 |
| ANTONIO SARRIERA EGOZCUE San Juan | 1.5 mi | 6.6 |
| JESUS MARIA SANROMA Carolina | 1.6 mi | 3.1 |
| LEAP STEAM+E ACADEMY OF SAN JUAN - ALIANZA San Juan | 1.6 mi | 4.5 |
| LORENZO VIZCARRONDO Carolina | 1.9 mi | 5.6 |
| JOSE SEVERO QUINONES Carolina | 2.0 mi | 4.7 |
| CARLOS F. DANIELS Carolina | 2.0 mi | 3.2 |
| ROBERTO CLEMENTE Carolina | 2.0 mi | 7.7 |
| DRA. ANGELES PASTOR San Juan | 2.4 mi | 8.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 00983 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$33,930
Median Home Value
$156,400
Median Rent
$601/mo
Population
31,583
College Educated
31.5%
Homeownership
65.8%
Avg Commute
28.9 min
Poverty Rate
31.2%
Median Age
43.6
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| FEDERICO DEGETAU ARECIBO Arecibo, PR | 5.7 |
| JOSE A. VARGAS Isabela, PR | 5.7 |
| ANDRES SANDIN MARTINEZ Yabucoa, PR | 5.8 |
| ANTONIO R. BARCELO Canovanas, PR | 5.8 |
| ELEMENTAL ECOLOGICA JOSE DE DIEGO Dorado, PR | 5.8 |
| LUIS MUNOZ RIVERA Quebradillas, PR | 5.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Francisco Matias Lugo
What grades does Francisco Matias Lugo serve?
Francisco Matias Lugo serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Francisco Matias Lugo?
Francisco Matias Lugo has an enrollment of approximately 526 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Francisco Matias Lugo?
The student-teacher ratio at Francisco Matias Lugo is 12:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Francisco Matias Lugo rank in PR?
Francisco Matias Lugo ranks #517 of 842 schools in PR.
What is Francisco Matias Lugo's MySchoolScout rating?
Francisco Matias Lugo 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 Francisco Matias Lugo?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Francisco Matias Lugo has 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
Is Francisco Matias Lugo a charter school?
No, Francisco Matias Lugo is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Francisco Matias Lugo a Title I school?
No, Francisco Matias Lugo is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Francisco Matias Lugo?
91.1% of students at Francisco Matias Lugo 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 – 6th
- Enrollment
- 526
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 44
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 91.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Carolina Municipio
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 31.4%
- Phone
- (787) 757-0410
Resources & Links
District
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION- District Enrollment
- 240,910
- Schools in District
- 858
- District Rank
- #517 of 842
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