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#176 of 842 schools in PR

Top 21% in state

Inocencio Cintron Zayas

Elementary School · PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION

PO BOX 69, Barranquitas, PR 00794

Enrollment

143

Student-Teacher

10.2:1

Score

8.0

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Puerto Rico schools

#176 of 842

In Barranquitas

#4 of 10

public schools

In district

#176 of 842

PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION

Academic performance

9.7 / 10

Excellent

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Inocencio Cintron Zayas

8.0/10

Elementary School in Barranquitas · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Ana Joaquina Ortiz Ortiz

8.6/10

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4.7/10

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About Inocencio Cintron Zayas

Inocencio Cintron Zayas is a public elementary school in Barranquitas, PR, part of PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION. Inocencio Cintron Zayas serves approximately 143 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 10.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Inocencio Cintron Zayas has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 out of 10 and ranks #176 of 842 schools in PR.

Structured state assessment records for Inocencio Cintron Zayas show 83% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 83% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).

How it compares1.0 pts above district
  • This school 8.0 · Excellent
  • District avg 7.0
  • PR avg 7.0

What Parents Should Know

With an enrollment of 143 students, Inocencio Cintron Zayas 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.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.7Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data9
Annual Change+0.82 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2018
TrendStable
Academics9.7Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency84.5% (2018 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency84.5% (2018 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency85% (2018 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)43% (model expectation from 2018 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+41.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile95th
Resources & Environment8.6Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.2:1
Chronic Absenteeism12.6%

Inocencio Cintron Zayas — Students at Inocencio Cintron Zayas score 84% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 43%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

90.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores PR EDFACTS (2017-18)

Math Proficiency 83.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2018)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 82.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2018)
School
State
N/A

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

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2009
Math
82%
ELA
87%
2011
Math
72%
ELA
77%
2012
Math
77%
ELA
77%
2013
Math
92%
ELA
87%
2014
Math
87%
ELA
77%
2015
Math
75%
ELA
75%
2016
Math
90%
ELA
90%
2017
Math
90%
ELA
90%
2018
Math
84.5%
ELA
84.5%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.7/10.

How Inocencio Cintron Zayas Compares

See how Inocencio Cintron Zayas performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.0/10
79th percentile in PR
Academic
9.7/10
Excellent
Growth
6.7/10
Average
Environment
8.6/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
91%
Teaching Staff
10:1 student-teacher ratio
14 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
12.6%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

PO BOX 69, Barranquitas, PR 00794

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Inocencio Cintron Zayas may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. INTERMEDIA FRANCISCO (PACO) LOPEZ LOPEZ (rated 8.8/10, 3.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is ANTONIO VAZQUEZ RAMOS (rated 8.7/10, 4.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, ANA JOAQUINA ORTIZ ORTIZ (rated 8.6/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Orocovis), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Barranquitas, see our Barranquitas schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.4 mi
School Distance Rating
ANA JOAQUINA ORTIZ ORTIZ Orocovis 1.3 mi 8.6
FEDERICO DEGETAU Barranquitas 1.6 mi 4.7
RAMON T. RIVERA Barranquitas 1.7 mi 7.2
LUIS MUNOZ MARIN BARRANQUITAS Barranquitas 2.4 mi 7.8
PETROAMERICA PAGAN Barranquitas 2.7 mi 4.7
BOTIJAS I Orocovis 2.7 mi 5.0
PABLO COLON BERDECIA Barranquitas 2.9 mi 5.5
EL FARALLON Barranquitas 3.6 mi 5.6
JOSE COLON GONZALEZ Barranquitas 3.6 mi 8.6
JOSE ROJAS CORTES Orocovis 3.6 mi 8.1
INTERMEDIA FRANCISCO (PACO) LOPEZ LOPEZ Barranquitas 3.7 mi 8.8
DEMETRIO RIVERA Corozal 3.9 mi 4.9
ALBERTO MELENDEZ Orocovis 3.8 mi 4.0
NELIDA MELENDEZ MELENDEZ Orocovis 3.8 mi 6.7
SABINO RIVERA BERRIOS Coamo 4.1 mi 4.2
PEDRO FERNANDEZ Naranjito 4.2 mi 4.8
ANTONIO VAZQUEZ RAMOS Barranquitas 4.4 mi 8.7
DRA. CARMEN DELIA COLON MARTINEZ Aibonito 4.7 mi 6.2
SANAMUERTOS Orocovis 4.8 mi 6.2
DR. JOSE PADIN COROZAL Corozal 5.4 mi 6.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 00794 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$22,128

Median Home Value

$119,800

Median Rent

$504/mo

Population

28,450

College Educated

22.7%

Homeownership

68.5%

Avg Commute

31.8 min

Poverty Rate

49.5%

Median Age

40.2

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Inocencio Cintron Zayas

What grades does Inocencio Cintron Zayas serve?

Inocencio Cintron Zayas serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.

How many students attend Inocencio Cintron Zayas?

Inocencio Cintron Zayas has an enrollment of approximately 143 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Inocencio Cintron Zayas?

The student-teacher ratio at Inocencio Cintron Zayas is 10.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Inocencio Cintron Zayas rank in PR?

Inocencio Cintron Zayas ranks #176 of 842 schools in PR.

What is Inocencio Cintron Zayas's MySchoolScout rating?

Inocencio Cintron Zayas has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 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 Inocencio Cintron Zayas?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Inocencio Cintron Zayas has 83% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 83% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).

Is Inocencio Cintron Zayas a charter school?

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

Is Inocencio Cintron Zayas a Title I school?

No, Inocencio Cintron Zayas is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Inocencio Cintron Zayas?

90.9% of students at Inocencio Cintron Zayas 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
143
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
14
Free/Reduced Lunch
90.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Barranquitas Municipio
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
12.6%

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academics, and learning environment — plus college readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, with growth counting most in elementary and middle grades. Equity data is shown for context but is not factored into the score. Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

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