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Francisco Serrano
Elementary School · PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
PO BOX 1436, Ciales, PR 00638
Enrollment
283
Student-Teacher
9.8:1
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
283
Student-Teacher
9.8:1
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
School environment
7.0 / 10
Strong
About Francisco Serrano
Francisco Serrano is a public elementary school in Ciales, PR, part of the PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION. The school serves approximately 283 students in grades Pre-K – 8th with a student-teacher ratio of 9.8:1. Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $20,878, where 17% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
The school is situated in a fringe rural setting.
What Parents Should Know
With a student-teacher ratio of 9.8:1, Francisco Serrano 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.
Located in a rural area, Francisco Serrano may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 283 students
- Type
- Public
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.8:1
- Address
- PO BOX 1436, Ciales, PR 00638
- Phone
- (787) 871-3385
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
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Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Funding & Resources
Location
PO BOX 1436, Ciales, PR 00638
Nearby Schools
20 within 6.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| JAIME COIRA ORTIZ Ciales | 1.7 mi | — |
| CONCEPCION PEREZ HERNANDEZ Ciales | 2.4 mi | — |
| JUAN ANTONIO CORRETJER CIALES Ciales | 3.3 mi | — |
| ARIANYS NICOLE ROSA LUQUIS Ciales | 3.4 mi | — |
| RAMON TORRES RIVERA Morovis | 3.9 mi | — |
| TORIBIO RIVERA Ciales | 4.2 mi | — |
| HATO VIEJO CUMBRE Ciales | 4.5 mi | — |
| JOSEFA DEL RIO GUERRERO Morovis | 4.9 mi | — |
| OSCAR RODRIGUEZ RIVERA Morovis | 5.3 mi | — |
| ANGEL G. QUINTERO ALFARO Morovis | 5.3 mi | — |
| JORGE L. MARRERO PADILLA Morovis | 5.9 mi | — |
| EVARISTO CAMACHO Manati | 6.1 mi | — |
| JUANITA RAMIREZ GONZALEZ Florida | 6.1 mi | — |
| JAIME A. COLLAZO DEL RIO Morovis | 6.1 mi | — |
| ANTONIA SERRANO GONZALEZ Jayuya | 6.2 mi | — |
| MATRULLAS Orocovis | 6.6 mi | — |
| FRANCISCO RIVERA CLAUDIO Morovis | 6.3 mi | — |
| VISITACION PAGAN Orocovis | 6.5 mi | — |
| JUAN PONCE DE LEON II Florida | 6.6 mi | — |
| ESPERANZA GONZALEZ Morovis | 6.5 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 00638 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$20,878
Median Home Value
$94,500
Median Rent
$404/mo
Population
17,410
College Educated
16.8%
Homeownership
70.9%
Avg Commute
33.1 min
Poverty Rate
57.8%
Median Age
45.9
Community Profile
The community surrounding Francisco Serrano has a median household income of $20,878. It is a community where 17% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $94,500, with a median rent of $404/month. The area has a poverty rate of 57.8%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. The average commute for residents is 33 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ADALBERTO SANCHEZ MORALES Arroyo, PR | — |
| ADOLFO BABILONIA Moca, PR | — |
| ADOLFO GARCIA Naranjito, PR | — |
| AGAPITO LOPEZ FLORES Humacao, PR | — |
| AGAPITO ROSARIO ROSARIO Vega Baja, PR | — |
| ALEJANDRO TAPIA Y RIVERA SAN JUAN San Juan, PR | — |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Francisco Serrano
What grades does Francisco Serrano serve?
Francisco Serrano serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Francisco Serrano?
Francisco Serrano has an enrollment of approximately 283 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Francisco Serrano?
The student-teacher ratio at Francisco Serrano is 9.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
Is Francisco Serrano a charter school?
No, Francisco Serrano is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Francisco Serrano a Title I school?
No, Francisco Serrano is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Francisco Serrano?
91.2% of students at Francisco Serrano 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
- 283
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 29
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 91.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Ciales Municipio
- Phone
- (787) 871-3385
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION- District Enrollment
- 240,910
- Schools in District
- 858
Other Schools in This District
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