Excellent
#31 of 842 schools in PR
Top 4% in state
Ines Maria Mendoza Yauco
Elementary School · PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
PO BOX 5005 PMB 064, Yauco, PR 00698
Enrollment
174
Student-Teacher
7.9:1
Score
9.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
174
Student-Teacher
7.9:1
Score
9.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Puerto Rico schools
#31 of 842
In Yauco
#4 of 15
public schools
In district
#31 of 842
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
Academic growth
9.5 / 10
Excellent
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Ines Maria Mendoza Yauco
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About Ines Maria Mendoza Yauco
Ines Maria Mendoza Yauco is a public elementary school in Yauco, PR, part of PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION. Ines Maria Mendoza Yauco serves approximately 174 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 7.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Ines Maria Mendoza Yauco has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.3 out of 10 and ranks #31 of 842 schools in PR.
Structured state assessment records for Ines Maria Mendoza Yauco show 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 73% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
- This school 9.3 · Excellent
- District avg 7.0
- PR avg 7.0
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 174 students, Ines Maria Mendoza Yauco 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 7.9:1, Ines Maria Mendoza Yauco 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 Maria Mendoza Yauco — Students at Ines Maria Mendoza Yauco score 77% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 45%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
90.8%
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: 9.5/10.
How Ines Maria Mendoza Yauco Compares
See how Ines Maria Mendoza Yauco performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
PO BOX 5005 PMB 064, Yauco, PR 00698
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Ines Maria Mendoza Yauco may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ELSA E. COUTO ANNONI (rated 9.5/10, 4.5 miles away, in nearby Guanica), with a very similar rating. Another option is BENICIA VELEZ (rated 9.4/10, 0.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, PROFESORA LUISA MONSEGUR VELEZ (rated 9.3/10, 2.1 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Yauco, see our Yauco schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| LOAIZA CORDERO DEL ROSARIO Yauco | 0.1 mi | 6.2 |
| BENICIA VELEZ Yauco | 0.6 mi | 9.4 |
| SUPERIOR OCUPACIONAL Y TECNICA DE YAUCO Yauco | 0.7 mi | 6.0 |
| JOSE ONOFRE TORRES Yauco | 0.7 mi | 4.5 |
| ARTURO LLUBERAS Yauco | 1.0 mi | 8.6 |
| LUIS A. FERRE AGUAYO Yauco | 1.2 mi | 7.1 |
| MAGUEYES II Guanica | 1.2 mi | 5.3 |
| ERNESTO RAMOS ANTONINI YAUCO Yauco | 1.3 mi | 9.3 |
| LUIS MUNOZ RIVERA YAUCO Yauco | 1.3 mi | 7.7 |
| ELVIRA VICENTE Yauco | 1.3 mi | 5.8 |
| SANTIAGO NEGRONI Yauco | 1.4 mi | 8.0 |
| PROFESORA LUISA MONSEGUR VELEZ Yauco | 2.1 mi | 9.3 |
| ALMACIGO ALTO II Yauco | 2.3 mi | 8.2 |
| LUIS MUNOZ RIVERA GUANICA Guanica | 2.7 mi | 8.9 |
| AUREA E. QUILES CLAUDIO Guanica | 4.4 mi | 5.6 |
| HIPOLITO GARCIA BORRERO Guayanilla | 4.4 mi | 5.5 |
| JAIME CASTANER Yauco | 4.5 mi | 6.2 |
| ELSA E. COUTO ANNONI Guanica | 4.5 mi | 9.5 |
| HERMINIO ARZOLA EMMANUELLI Guayanilla | 4.4 mi | 8.9 |
| ASUNCION RODRIGUEZ DE SALA Guayanilla | 4.5 mi | 5.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 00698 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$21,921
Median Home Value
$99,100
Median Rent
$521/mo
Population
32,945
College Educated
27.2%
Homeownership
74%
Avg Commute
20 min
Poverty Rate
44.8%
Median Age
46.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| AMALIA MARIN PRIMARIA San Juan, PR | 9.3 |
| FRANCISCO ROQUE MUNOZ Naranjito, PR | 9.3 |
| HERMINIA C. RAMIREZ San German, PR | 9.3 |
| MARIA J. CORREDOR RIVERA Toa Baja, PR | 9.3 |
| RAFAEL HERNANDEZ VEGA ALTA Vega Alta, PR | 9.3 |
| BENICIA VELEZ Yauco, PR | 9.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Ines Maria Mendoza Yauco
What grades does Ines Maria Mendoza Yauco serve?
Ines Maria Mendoza Yauco serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Ines Maria Mendoza Yauco?
Ines Maria Mendoza Yauco has an enrollment of approximately 174 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Ines Maria Mendoza Yauco?
The student-teacher ratio at Ines Maria Mendoza Yauco is 7.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Ines Maria Mendoza Yauco rank in PR?
Ines Maria Mendoza Yauco ranks #31 of 842 schools in PR.
What is Ines Maria Mendoza Yauco's MySchoolScout rating?
Ines Maria Mendoza Yauco 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 Ines Maria Mendoza Yauco?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Ines Maria Mendoza Yauco has 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 73% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
Is Ines Maria Mendoza Yauco a charter school?
No, Ines Maria Mendoza Yauco is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Ines Maria Mendoza Yauco a Title I school?
No, Ines Maria Mendoza Yauco is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Ines Maria Mendoza Yauco?
90.8% of students at Ines Maria Mendoza Yauco 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
- 5 Car-Dependent
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 174
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 22
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 90.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small Suburb
- County
- Yauco Municipio
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 13.2%
- Phone
- (787) 267-0030
Resources & Links
District
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION- District Enrollment
- 240,910
- Schools in District
- 858
- District Rank
- #31 of 842
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