Excellent
#52 of 842 schools in PR
Top 6% in state
Ines Encarnacion
Elementary School · PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
PO BOX 1091, Fajardo, PR 00738
Enrollment
202
Student-Teacher
8.8:1
Score
9.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
202
Student-Teacher
8.8:1
Score
9.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Puerto Rico schools
#52 of 842
In Fajardo
#2 of 10
public schools
In district
#52 of 842
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
Academic growth
9.8 / 10
Excellent
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About Ines Encarnacion
Ines Encarnacion is a public elementary school in Fajardo, PR, part of PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION. Ines Encarnacion serves approximately 202 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 8.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Ines Encarnacion has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.0 out of 10 and ranks #52 of 842 schools in PR.
Structured state assessment records for Ines Encarnacion show 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
- This school 9.0 · Excellent
- District avg 7.0
- PR avg 7.0
What Parents Should Know
With a student-teacher ratio of 8.8:1, Ines Encarnacion 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.
Score Breakdown
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Ines Encarnacion — Students at Ines Encarnacion score 62% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
91.1%
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: 9.8/10.
How Ines Encarnacion Compares
See how Ines Encarnacion performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
PO BOX 1091, Fajardo, PR 00738
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Ines Encarnacion may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. BERTA ZALDUONDO (rated 9.2/10, 2.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is MARIA I. DONES (rated 8.6/10, 2.0 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, ALEJANDRINA RIOS BANABE (rated 8.6/10, 4.2 miles away, in nearby Luquillo), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Fajardo, see our Fajardo schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 7.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| GABINO SOTO Fajardo | 0.9 mi | 5.4 |
| RAMON QUINONES PACHECO Fajardo | 1.3 mi | 7.4 |
| ANTONIO VALERO BERNABE Fajardo | 1.4 mi | 3.1 |
| DR. SANTIAGO VEVE CALZADA Fajardo | 1.5 mi | 3.9 |
| JOSEFINA FERRERO Fajardo | 1.8 mi | 7.8 |
| ANA DELIA FLORES SANTANA Fajardo | 1.9 mi | 5.7 |
| ROSA PASCUAL PARIS Fajardo | 2.0 mi | 8.0 |
| MARIA I. DONES Fajardo | 2.0 mi | 8.6 |
| BERTA ZALDUONDO Fajardo | 2.4 mi | 9.2 |
| SANTIAGO IGLESIAS PANTIN CEIBA Ceiba | 4.0 mi | 5.1 |
| IRMA PEDRAZA RUIZ Ceiba | 4.1 mi | 2.9 |
| DON LUIS MUNOZ MARIN Ceiba | 4.3 mi | 6.8 |
| ALEJANDRINA RIOS BANABE Luquillo | 4.2 mi | 8.6 |
| SUPERIOR ISIDRO A. SANCHEZ Luquillo | 4.6 mi | 5.6 |
| RAFAEL N. COCA Luquillo | 4.6 mi | 5.3 |
| CAMILO VALLES MATIENZO Luquillo | 5.2 mi | 8.1 |
| SILVERIO GARCIA Naguabo | 7.0 mi | 5.4 |
| CENTRO RESIDENCIAL OPORTUNIDADES EDUCATIVAS DE CEIBA (CROEC) Ceiba | 7.1 mi | 9.0 |
| QUEBRADA GRANDE Naguabo | 7.4 mi | 8.3 |
| RAFAEL REXACH DUENO Rio Grande | 7.7 mi | 7.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 00738 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$25,365
Median Home Value
$118,800
Median Rent
$617/mo
Population
29,797
College Educated
30%
Homeownership
69.5%
Avg Commute
26.3 min
Poverty Rate
40.8%
Median Age
44.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| CAPITANEJO Ponce, PR | 9.0 |
| EPIFANIO ESTRADA ISABELA Isabela, PR | 9.0 |
| JOSE M. DEL VALLE Toa Alta, PR | 9.0 |
| JOSE RAMON RODRIGUEZ Coamo, PR | 9.0 |
| OSCAR RODRIGUEZ RIVERA Morovis, PR | 9.0 |
| ROSENDO MATIENZO CINTRON Lajas, PR | 9.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Ines Encarnacion
What grades does Ines Encarnacion serve?
Ines Encarnacion serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Ines Encarnacion?
Ines Encarnacion has an enrollment of approximately 202 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Ines Encarnacion?
The student-teacher ratio at Ines Encarnacion is 8.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Ines Encarnacion rank in PR?
Ines Encarnacion ranks #52 of 842 schools in PR.
What is Ines Encarnacion's MySchoolScout rating?
Ines Encarnacion has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.0 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 Ines Encarnacion?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Ines Encarnacion has 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
Is Ines Encarnacion a charter school?
No, Ines Encarnacion is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Ines Encarnacion a Title I school?
No, Ines Encarnacion is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Ines Encarnacion?
91.1% of students at Ines Encarnacion 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
- 37 Car-Dependent
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 202
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 23
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 91.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small Suburb
- County
- Fajardo Municipio
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 25.2%
- Phone
- (787) 863-7570
Resources & Links
District
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION- District Enrollment
- 240,910
- Schools in District
- 858
- District Rank
- #52 of 842
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