Below Average
#760 of 842 schools in PR
Higinio Figueroa Villegas
Elementary School · PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
HC 1 BOX 7000, Maunabo, PR 00707
Enrollment
256
Student-Teacher
8.5:1
Score
4.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
256
Student-Teacher
8.5:1
Score
4.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Puerto Rico schools
#760 of 842
In Maunabo
#3 of 4
public schools
In district
#760 of 842
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
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About Higinio Figueroa Villegas
Higinio Figueroa Villegas is a public elementary school in Maunabo, PR, part of PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION. Higinio Figueroa Villegas serves approximately 256 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 8.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Higinio Figueroa Villegas has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 out of 10 and ranks #760 of 842 schools in PR.
Structured state assessment records for Higinio Figueroa Villegas show 24% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
- This school 4.0 · Below Average
- District avg 7.0
- PR avg 7.0
What Parents Should Know
With a student-teacher ratio of 8.5:1, Higinio Figueroa Villegas 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 Higinio Figueroa Villegas was 37% 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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Higinio Figueroa Villegas — Students at Higinio Figueroa Villegas score 30% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
91%
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
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 2.0/10.
How Higinio Figueroa Villegas Compares
See how Higinio Figueroa Villegas performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
HC 1 BOX 7000, Maunabo, PR 00707
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Higinio Figueroa Villegas may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. MANUEL ORTIZ (rated 8.9/10, 6.5 miles away, in nearby Yabucoa), which scores notably higher. Another option is JESUS T. SANABRIA CRUZ (rated 8.3/10, 7.1 miles away, in nearby Yabucoa), which scores notably higher. Additionally, JOSE F. CINTRON Y ANEXO (rated 8.1/10, 3.6 miles away, in nearby Yabucoa), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Maunabo, see our Maunabo schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 8.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ALFONSO CASTA MARTINEZ Maunabo | 0.8 mi | 4.7 |
| WILFREDO LAFUENTE ORTIZ Maunabo | 1.2 mi | 3.6 |
| MANUEL ORTIZ SUYA Maunabo | 3.0 mi | 7.3 |
| RAMON QUINONES MEDINA Yabucoa | 3.2 mi | 6.8 |
| ROSA COSTA VALDIVIESO Yabucoa | 3.2 mi | 4.2 |
| TEODORO AGUILAR MORA Yabucoa | 3.2 mi | 5.2 |
| JAIME C. RODRIGUEZ Yabucoa | 3.3 mi | 6.2 |
| MARTA SANCHEZ Yabucoa | 3.3 mi | 7.3 |
| JOSE F. CINTRON Y ANEXO Yabucoa | 3.6 mi | 8.1 |
| ASUNCION LUGO Yabucoa | 3.8 mi | 6.7 |
| ROGELIO ROSADO Yabucoa | 3.9 mi | 4.3 |
| LUIS MUNOZ MARIN YABUCOA Yabucoa | 5.4 mi | 3.7 |
| CRISTOBAL DEL CAMPO Yabucoa | 5.4 mi | 7.8 |
| MANUEL ORTIZ Yabucoa | 6.5 mi | 8.9 |
| ANDRES SANDIN MARTINEZ Yabucoa | 6.6 mi | 5.8 |
| JESUS T. SANABRIA CRUZ Yabucoa | 7.1 mi | 8.3 |
| CAMINO AL EXITO - ALIANZA Yabucoa | 7.0 mi | 7.3 |
| GUILLERMO RIEFKOHL Patillas | 7.2 mi | 6.5 |
| CANDIDO BERRIOS Humacao | 8.0 mi | 5.1 |
| RAFAELINA E. LEBRON FLORES Patillas | 8.0 mi | 5.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 00707 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$19,173
Median Home Value
$106,300
Median Rent
$498/mo
Population
10,400
College Educated
12.8%
Homeownership
74.6%
Avg Commute
27.3 min
Poverty Rate
53.1%
Median Age
48.3
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| CONCEPCION MENDEZ CANO Caguas, PR | 4.1 |
| EUGENIO MARIA DE HOSTOS ARECIBO Arecibo, PR | 4.1 |
| HONORIO HERNANDEZ Quebradillas, PR | 4.1 |
| JAGUAL ADENTRO San Lorenzo, PR | 4.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Higinio Figueroa Villegas
What grades does Higinio Figueroa Villegas serve?
Higinio Figueroa Villegas serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Higinio Figueroa Villegas?
Higinio Figueroa Villegas has an enrollment of approximately 256 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Higinio Figueroa Villegas?
The student-teacher ratio at Higinio Figueroa Villegas is 8.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Higinio Figueroa Villegas rank in PR?
Higinio Figueroa Villegas ranks #760 of 842 schools in PR.
What is Higinio Figueroa Villegas's MySchoolScout rating?
Higinio Figueroa Villegas has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 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 Higinio Figueroa Villegas?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Higinio Figueroa Villegas has 24% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
Is Higinio Figueroa Villegas a charter school?
No, Higinio Figueroa Villegas is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Higinio Figueroa Villegas a Title I school?
No, Higinio Figueroa Villegas is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Higinio Figueroa Villegas?
91.0% of students at Higinio Figueroa Villegas 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 – 8th
- Enrollment
- 256
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 30
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 91.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Maunabo Municipio
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 37.1%
- Phone
- (787) 861-2340
Resources & Links
District
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION- District Enrollment
- 240,910
- Schools in District
- 858
- District Rank
- #760 of 842
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