Very Good
#326 of 842 schools in PR
Top 39% in state
Gaspar Vila Mayans
Elementary School · PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
1015 CALLE GENERAL VALERO, San Juan, PR 00928
Enrollment
117
Student-Teacher
6.9:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
117
Student-Teacher
6.9:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Puerto Rico schools
#326 of 842
In San Juan
#33 of 82
public schools
In district
#326 of 842
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
Academic growth
8.9 / 10
Excellent
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About Gaspar Vila Mayans
Gaspar Vila Mayans is a public elementary school in San Juan, PR, part of PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION. Gaspar Vila Mayans serves approximately 117 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 6.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Gaspar Vila Mayans has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #326 of 842 schools in PR.
Structured state assessment records for Gaspar Vila Mayans show 20% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 22% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
- This school 7.0 · Very Good
- District avg 7.0
- PR avg 7.0
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 117 students, Gaspar Vila Mayans 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.
With a student-teacher ratio of 6.9:1, Gaspar Vila Mayans 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.
The chronic absenteeism rate at Gaspar Vila Mayans was 94% 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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Gaspar Vila Mayans — Students at Gaspar Vila Mayans score 47% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 48%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
90.6%
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: 8.9/10.
How Gaspar Vila Mayans Compares
See how Gaspar Vila Mayans performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1015 CALLE GENERAL VALERO, San Juan, PR 00928
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Gaspar Vila Mayans may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. LUIS MUNOZ RIVERA SAN JUAN MONTESSORI (rated 9.2/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is SAN AGUSTIN (rated 8.1/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, RAFAEL HERNANDEZ SAN JUAN (rated 8.1/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in San Juan, see our San Juan schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| VILLA GRANADA San Juan | 0.3 mi | 5.5 |
| VILLA CAPRI San Juan | 0.4 mi | 7.8 |
| ELEMENTAL NUEVA DE SAN JUAN San Juan | 0.5 mi | 4.2 |
| SAN AGUSTIN San Juan | 0.6 mi | 8.1 |
| FELIPE GUTIERREZ San Juan | 0.7 mi | 7.4 |
| REPUBLICA DE COLOMBIA San Juan | 0.7 mi | 6.0 |
| VIMENTI SCHOOL - ALIANZA Carolina | 0.9 mi | 6.8 |
| THE SCHOOL OF SAN JUAN - ALIANZA San Juan | 0.9 mi | — |
| ESCUELA DE DEPORTE - ALIANZA San Juan | 1.0 mi | — |
| JUAN RAMON JIMENEZ SAN JUAN San Juan | 1.0 mi | 4.3 |
| MATEMATICAS CIENCIAS Y TECNOLOGIA - ALIANZA San Juan | 1.0 mi | — |
| MANUEL A. PEREZ San Juan | 1.1 mi | 5.0 |
| ELEMENTAL BERWIND San Juan | 1.1 mi | 6.4 |
| MIGUEL SUCH San Juan | 1.2 mi | 4.7 |
| INTERMEDIA BERWIND San Juan | 1.2 mi | 4.0 |
| LUIS MUNOZ RIVERA SAN JUAN MONTESSORI San Juan | 1.2 mi | 9.2 |
| SUPERIOR BERWIND San Juan | 1.3 mi | 4.7 |
| CARMEN GOMEZ TEJERA SAN JUAN San Juan | 1.3 mi | 4.3 |
| RAMON VILA MAYO San Juan | 1.4 mi | 3.2 |
| RAFAEL HERNANDEZ SAN JUAN San Juan | 1.6 mi | 8.1 |
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|---|---|
| JORGE LUCAS VALDIVIESO Penuelas, PR | 7.0 |
| DR. JOSE CELSO BARBOSA PONCE Ponce, PR | 7.1 |
| LUIS A. FERRE AGUAYO Yauco, PR | 7.1 |
| DR. SILVERIO MEDINA GAUD Las Marias, PR | 6.8 |
| INES MARIA MENDOZA CAGUAS Caguas, PR | 7.2 |
| JOSE NEVAREZ LOPEZ Toa Baja, PR | 7.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Gaspar Vila Mayans
What grades does Gaspar Vila Mayans serve?
Gaspar Vila Mayans serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Gaspar Vila Mayans?
Gaspar Vila Mayans has an enrollment of approximately 117 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Gaspar Vila Mayans?
The student-teacher ratio at Gaspar Vila Mayans is 6.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Gaspar Vila Mayans rank in PR?
Gaspar Vila Mayans ranks #326 of 842 schools in PR.
What is Gaspar Vila Mayans's MySchoolScout rating?
Gaspar Vila Mayans has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 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 Gaspar Vila Mayans?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Gaspar Vila Mayans has 20% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 22% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
Is Gaspar Vila Mayans a charter school?
No, Gaspar Vila Mayans is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Gaspar Vila Mayans a Title I school?
No, Gaspar Vila Mayans is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Gaspar Vila Mayans?
90.6% of students at Gaspar Vila Mayans 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
- 117
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 17
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 90.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- San Juan Municipio
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 94.0%
- Phone
- (787) 767-1402
Resources & Links
District
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION- District Enrollment
- 240,910
- Schools in District
- 858
- District Rank
- #326 of 842
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