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#22 of 842 schools in PR

Top 3% in state

Henry W. Longfellow

Elementary School · PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION

PO BOX 65, San German, PR 00683

Enrollment

270

Student-Teacher

9:1

Score

9.3

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Puerto Rico schools

#22 of 842

In San German

#1 of 9

public schools

In district

#22 of 842

PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION

Academic performance

9.9 / 10

Excellent

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Henry W. Longfellow

9.3/10

Elementary School in San German · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Henry W. Longfellow

Henry W. Longfellow is a public elementary school in San German, PR, part of PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION. Henry W.

Longfellow serves approximately 270 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 9:1 student-teacher ratio. Henry W. Longfellow has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.3 out of 10 and ranks #22 of 842 schools in PR.

Structured state assessment records for Henry W. Longfellow show 76% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 74% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).

How it compares2.3 pts above district
  • This school 9.3 · Excellent
  • District avg 7.0
  • PR avg 7.0

What Parents Should Know

At 9:1 students to teachers, Henry W. Longfellow sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.5Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data9
Annual Change+4.29 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2018
TrendImproving
Academics9.9Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency92% (2018 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency87% (2018 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency90% (2018 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)39% (model expectation from 2018 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+50.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile98th
Resources & Environment7.8Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio9:1
Chronic Absenteeism21.5%

Henry W. Longfellow — Students at Henry W. Longfellow score 90% 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 76.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2018)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 74.1% (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
46%
ELA
51%
2011
Math
68%
ELA
63%
2012
Math
78%
ELA
75%
2013
Math
68%
ELA
68%
2014
Math
73%
ELA
71%
2015
Math
84%
ELA
81%
2016
Math
85%
ELA
79%
2017
Math
92%
ELA
92%
2018
Math
92%
ELA
87%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.5/10.

How Henry W. Longfellow Compares

See how Henry W. Longfellow performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
9.3/10
98th percentile in PR
Academic
9.9/10
Excellent
Growth
9.5/10
Excellent
Environment
7.8/10
Very Good

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
91%
Teaching Staff
9:1 student-teacher ratio
30 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
21.5%

Location

PO BOX 65, San German, PR 00683

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Henry W. Longfellow may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. HERMINIA C. RAMIREZ (rated 9.3/10, 2.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is ROSENDO MATIENZO CINTRON (rated 9.0/10, 3.4 miles away, in nearby Lajas), with a comparable rating. Additionally, MARIANO ABRIL (rated 8.8/10, 3.5 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in San German, see our San German schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 7.3 mi
School Distance Rating
LOLA RODRIGUEZ DE TIO San German 0.2 mi 5.7
JULIO V. GUZMAN San German 0.8 mi 5.3
BARTOLOME DE LAS CASAS San German 2.0 mi 5.6
LEONIDES MORALES RODRIGUEZ Lajas 2.5 mi 5.6
LUIS MUNOZ RIVERA LAJAS Lajas 2.7 mi 4.7
FRANCISCO MARIA QUINONES San German 2.8 mi 5.2
HERMINIA C. RAMIREZ San German 2.9 mi 9.3
ELEMENTAL URBANA DE LAJAS Lajas 3.2 mi 7.7
ROSENDO MATIENZO CINTRON Lajas 3.4 mi 9.0
MARIANO ABRIL San German 3.5 mi 8.8
JUAN CANCIO ORTIZ DE LA RENTA Lajas 3.8 mi 6.7
GEORGINA ALVARADO San German 4.5 mi 7.9
JOSE R. GAZTAMBIDE Sabana Grande 5.2 mi 6.1
BLANCA MALARET Sabana Grande 5.2 mi 7.8
RAMON OLIVARES Lajas 5.8 mi 7.9
LUIS NEGRON LOPEZ Sabana Grande 5.8 mi 5.6
LAURA MERCADO San German 6.4 mi 6.9
ANTONIO ACARON CORREA Cabo Rojo 6.2 mi 6.7
RAMON E. RODRIGUEZ DIAZ Hormigueros 6.8 mi 4.0
ALEJANDRO TAPIA Y RIVERA LAJAS Lajas 7.3 mi 8.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 00683 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$18,231

Median Home Value

$100,600

Median Rent

$466/mo

Population

29,431

College Educated

24.2%

Homeownership

67.2%

Avg Commute

25.7 min

Poverty Rate

50.6%

Median Age

47.5

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HERMINIA C. RAMIREZ San German, PR 9.3
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PROFESORA LUISA MONSEGUR VELEZ Yauco, PR 9.3
RAFAEL HERNANDEZ VEGA ALTA Vega Alta, PR 9.3
CARMEN BOZELLO DE HUYKE Arroyo, PR 9.4
HECTOR HERNANDEZ ARANA Lares, PR 9.4

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Henry W. Longfellow

What grades does Henry W. Longfellow serve?

Henry W. Longfellow serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Henry W. Longfellow?

Henry W. Longfellow has an enrollment of approximately 270 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Henry W. Longfellow?

The student-teacher ratio at Henry W. Longfellow is 9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Henry W. Longfellow rank in PR?

Henry W. Longfellow ranks #22 of 842 schools in PR.

What is Henry W. Longfellow's MySchoolScout rating?

Henry W. Longfellow has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.3 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 Henry W. Longfellow?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Henry W. Longfellow has 76% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 74% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).

Is Henry W. Longfellow a charter school?

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

Is Henry W. Longfellow a Title I school?

No, Henry W. Longfellow is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Henry W. Longfellow?

91.1% of students at Henry W. Longfellow 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
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
270
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
Teachers (FTE)
30
Free/Reduced Lunch
91.1%
Type
regular
Setting
Small Suburb
County
San Germán Municipio
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
21.5%

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