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#167 of 842 schools in PR

Top 20% in state

Hatillo

Elementary School · PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION

PO BOX 5690, Villalba, PR 00766

Enrollment

429

Student-Teacher

13:1

Score

8.1

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Puerto Rico schools

#167 of 842

In Villalba

#4 of 9

public schools

In district

#167 of 842

PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION

School environment

8.7 / 10

Excellent

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Hatillo

8.1/10

Elementary School in Villalba · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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8.1/10

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About Hatillo

Hatillo is a public elementary school in Villalba, PR, part of PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION. Hatillo serves approximately 429 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 13:1 student-teacher ratio. Hatillo has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 out of 10 and ranks #167 of 842 schools in PR.

Structured state assessment records for Hatillo show 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).

How it compares1.1 pts above district
  • This school 8.1 · Excellent
  • District avg 7.0
  • PR avg 7.0

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.0Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data9
Annual Change+1.75 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2018
TrendImproving
Academics7.8Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency44% (2018 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency54% (2018 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency49% (2018 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)39% (model expectation from 2018 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+9.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile67th
Resources & Environment8.7Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13:1
Chronic Absenteeism5.1%

Hatillo — Students at Hatillo score 49% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

91.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores PR EDFACTS (2017-18)

Math Proficiency 37.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2018)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 49.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2018)
School
State
N/A

Based on 18 test records from PR state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↑ Improving

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
27%
ELA
40%
2011
Math
34%
ELA
56%
2012
Math
27%
ELA
46%
2013
Math
36%
ELA
43%
2014
Math
38%
ELA
40%
2015
Math
42%
ELA
52%
2016
Math
47%
ELA
67%
2017
Math
41%
ELA
49%
2018
Math
44%
ELA
54%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.0/10.

How Hatillo Compares

See how Hatillo performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.1/10
80th percentile in PR
Academic
7.8/10
Very Good
Growth
8.0/10
Excellent
Environment
8.7/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
91%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
33 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
5.1%

Location

PO BOX 5690, Villalba, PR 00766

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Hatillo may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. RAMON LOPEZ BERRIOS (rated 9.6/10, 3.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is RUTHFORD B. HAYES (rated 9.2/10, 4.3 miles away, in nearby Juana Diaz), which scores notably higher. Additionally, BONIFACIO ALVARADO (rated 8.7/10, 5.6 miles away, in nearby Orocovis), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Villalba, see our Villalba schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 6.2 mi
School Distance Rating
DANIEL SERRANO RIVERA Villalba 0.9 mi 8.1
FRANCISCO ZAYAS SANTANA Villalba 1.0 mi 3.8
CENTRO RESIDENCIAL OPORTUNIDADES EDUCATIVAS VILLALBA (CROEV) Villalba 1.1 mi 9.7
NORMA I. TORRES COLON Villalba 1.1 mi 7.3
CRISTINA (AMADA) MARTINEZ MARTINEZ Villalba 1.1 mi 6.2
LYSANDER BORRERO TERRY Villalba 1.4 mi 6.4
ISABEL ALVARADO ALVARADO Villalba 1.8 mi 4.0
FRANCISCO PRADO PICART Juana Diaz 2.6 mi 3.7
RAMON LOPEZ BERRIOS Villalba 3.3 mi 9.6
ZOILO GRACIA Juana Diaz 3.7 mi 8.5
MANUEL FERNANDEZ JUNCOS Juana Diaz 4.2 mi 6.3
RUTHFORD B. HAYES Juana Diaz 4.3 mi 9.2
FELIPE COLON DIAZ Juana Diaz 4.4 mi 5.2
LUIS LLORENS TORRES JUANA DIAZ Juana Diaz 4.6 mi 5.8
CARMEN BELEN VEIGA Juana Diaz 4.6 mi 5.6
PEDRO COLON SANTIAGO Juana Diaz 4.7 mi 7.9
BONIFACIO ALVARADO Orocovis 5.6 mi 8.7
INTERMEDIA JUAN SERRALLES Ponce 5.8 mi 4.8
SUPERIOR JUAN SERRALLES Ponce 5.9 mi 6.1
MATRULLAS Orocovis 6.2 mi 4.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 00766 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$24,906

Median Home Value

$102,900

Median Rent

$519/mo

Population

21,829

College Educated

22.4%

Homeownership

78.7%

Avg Commute

29.3 min

Poverty Rate

41.8%

Median Age

43.4

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MARTIN G. BRUMBAUGH Santa Isabel, PR 8.1
ADOLFO BABILONIA Moca, PR 8.2
ELEMENTAL REXVILLE Bayamon, PR 8.2
IMBERY Barceloneta, PR 8.0

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Hatillo

What grades does Hatillo serve?

Hatillo serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.

How many students attend Hatillo?

Hatillo has an enrollment of approximately 429 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Hatillo?

The student-teacher ratio at Hatillo is 13:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Hatillo rank in PR?

Hatillo ranks #167 of 842 schools in PR.

What is Hatillo's MySchoolScout rating?

Hatillo has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 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 Hatillo?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Hatillo has 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).

Is Hatillo a charter school?

No, Hatillo is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Hatillo a Title I school?

No, Hatillo is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Hatillo?

91.1% of students at Hatillo qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
41 Car-Dependent

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
429
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
Teachers (FTE)
33
Free/Reduced Lunch
91.1%
Type
regular
Setting
Small Suburb
County
Villalba Municipio
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
5.1%

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