Very Good
#202 of 842 schools in PR
Top 24% in state
Fray Bartolome De Las Casas
Elementary School · PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
PO BOX 7368, San Juan, PR 00915
Enrollment
164
Student-Teacher
11.7:1
Score
7.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
164
Student-Teacher
11.7:1
Score
7.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Puerto Rico schools
#202 of 842
In San Juan
#18 of 82
public schools
In district
#202 of 842
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
Academic performance
9.3 / 10
Excellent
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Fray Bartolome De Las Casas
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About Fray Bartolome De Las Casas
Fray Bartolome De Las Casas is a public elementary school in San Juan, PR, part of PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION. Fray Bartolome De Las Casas serves approximately 164 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 11.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Fray Bartolome De Las Casas has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10 and ranks #202 of 842 schools in PR.
Structured state assessment records for Fray Bartolome De Las Casas show 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
- This school 7.9 · Very Good
- District avg 7.0
- PR avg 7.0
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 164 students, Fray Bartolome De Las Casas is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.
The chronic absenteeism rate at Fray Bartolome De Las Casas was 68% 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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Fray Bartolome De Las Casas — Students at Fray Bartolome De Las Casas score 74% proficient, which is above 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
↑ ImprovingAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.7/10.
How Fray Bartolome De Las Casas Compares
See how Fray Bartolome De Las Casas 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 7368, San Juan, PR 00915
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Fray Bartolome De Las Casas may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. EMILIO DEL TORO CUEVAS (rated 8.7/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is JUANITA GARCIA PERAZA (rated 8.4/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, RAFAEL HERNANDEZ SAN JUAN (rated 8.1/10, 1.1 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in San Juan, see our San Juan schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| MANUEL ELZABURU Y VIZCARRONDO San Juan | 0.3 mi | 6.1 |
| ALEJANDRO TAPIA Y RIVERA SAN JUAN San Juan | 0.7 mi | 6.5 |
| ALBERT EINSTEIN San Juan | 0.7 mi | 3.4 |
| JUANITA GARCIA PERAZA San Juan | 0.7 mi | 8.4 |
| LUIS LLORENS TORRES SAN JUAN San Juan | 1.0 mi | 4.9 |
| ERNESTO RAMOS ANTONINI SAN JUAN San Juan | 0.9 mi | 4.5 |
| MANUEL BOADA San Juan | 1.0 mi | 7.5 |
| RAFAEL HERNANDEZ SAN JUAN San Juan | 1.1 mi | 8.1 |
| JUAN PONCE DE LEON San Juan | 1.1 mi | 3.4 |
| DR. JULIO J. HENNA San Juan | 1.1 mi | 7.4 |
| LUIS RODRIGUEZ CABRERO San Juan | 1.3 mi | 3.2 |
| ANTONIO B. CAIMARY San Juan | 1.3 mi | 5.1 |
| PACHIN MARIN San Juan | 1.3 mi | 5.0 |
| FEDERICO ASENJO - PRETECNICA San Juan | 1.3 mi | 5.0 |
| REPUBLICA DEL PERU San Juan | 1.4 mi | 2.6 |
| RAMON POWER Y GIRALT SAN JUAN San Juan | 1.4 mi | 6.8 |
| MANUEL A. PEREZ San Juan | 1.5 mi | 5.0 |
| EMILIO DEL TORO CUEVAS San Juan | 1.4 mi | 8.7 |
| DR. FACUNDO BUESO San Juan | 1.4 mi | 3.8 |
| JUAN RAMON JIMENEZ SAN JUAN San Juan | 1.5 mi | 4.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 00915 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$14,502
Median Home Value
$109,600
Median Rent
$517/mo
Population
24,484
College Educated
14%
Homeownership
40.4%
Avg Commute
25.1 min
Poverty Rate
66%
Median Age
43.3
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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
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|---|---|
| CIPRIANO MANRIQUE Caguas, PR | 7.9 |
| GEORGINA ALVARADO San German, PR | 7.9 |
| JAIME L. DREW Ponce, PR | 7.9 |
| PEPITA ARENAS Caguas, PR | 7.9 |
| RAMON OLIVARES Lajas, PR | 7.9 |
| EPIFANIO FERNANDEZ VANGA Bayamon, PR | 8.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Fray Bartolome De Las Casas
What grades does Fray Bartolome De Las Casas serve?
Fray Bartolome De Las Casas serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Fray Bartolome De Las Casas?
Fray Bartolome De Las Casas has an enrollment of approximately 164 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Fray Bartolome De Las Casas?
The student-teacher ratio at Fray Bartolome De Las Casas is 11.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Fray Bartolome De Las Casas rank in PR?
Fray Bartolome De Las Casas ranks #202 of 842 schools in PR.
What is Fray Bartolome De Las Casas's MySchoolScout rating?
Fray Bartolome De Las Casas has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 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 Fray Bartolome De Las Casas?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Fray Bartolome De Las Casas has 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
Is Fray Bartolome De Las Casas a charter school?
No, Fray Bartolome De Las Casas is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Fray Bartolome De Las Casas a Title I school?
No, Fray Bartolome De Las Casas is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Fray Bartolome De Las Casas?
90.9% of students at Fray Bartolome De Las Casas qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
- Walk Score
- 46 Car-Dependent
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 164
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 14
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 90.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- San Juan Municipio
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 68.3%
- Phone
- (787) 726-5169
Resources & Links
District
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION- District Enrollment
- 240,910
- Schools in District
- 858
- District Rank
- #202 of 842
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