Very Good
#324 of 842 schools in PR
Top 38% in state
Inocencio Montero
Elementary School · PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
PO BOX 1853, Utuado, PR 00641
Enrollment
253
Student-Teacher
10.5:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
253
Student-Teacher
10.5:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Puerto Rico schools
#324 of 842
In Utuado
#6 of 12
public schools
In district
#324 of 842
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
Academic performance
7.9 / 10
Very Good
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Inocencio Montero
Elementary School in Utuado · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Inocencio Montero
Inocencio Montero is a public elementary school in Utuado, PR, part of PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION. Inocencio Montero serves approximately 253 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 10.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Inocencio Montero has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #324 of 842 schools in PR.
Structured state assessment records for Inocencio Montero show 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
- This school 7.0 · Very Good
- District avg 7.0
- PR avg 7.0
What Parents Should Know
Located in a rural area, Inocencio Montero may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.
The chronic absenteeism rate at Inocencio Montero was 39% 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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Inocencio Montero — Students at Inocencio Montero score 50% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 43%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
90.9%
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: 6.7/10.
How Inocencio Montero Compares
See how Inocencio Montero performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
PO BOX 1853, Utuado, PR 00641
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Inocencio Montero may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. JUDITH A. VIVAS (rated 9.7/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is DR. EFRAIN GONZALEZ TEJERA (rated 9.5/10, 5.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, SAN PATRICIO (rated 9.2/10, 8.0 miles away, in nearby Jayuya), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Utuado, see our Utuado schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 8.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| LUIS MUNOZ RIVERA UTUADO Utuado | 1.3 mi | 5.5 |
| VOCACIONAL ANTONIO REYES PADILLA Utuado | 1.3 mi | 5.9 |
| FRANCISCO RAMOS SANCHEZ Utuado | 1.6 mi | 4.0 |
| MARIA LIBERTAD GOMEZ Utuado | 1.7 mi | 4.4 |
| BERNARDO GONZALEZ COLON Utuado | 2.0 mi | 5.6 |
| JUDITH A. VIVAS Utuado | 2.1 mi | 9.7 |
| FRANCISCO JORDAN Utuado | 3.2 mi | 8.2 |
| DOMINGO PIETRI RUIZ Adjuntas | 5.2 mi | 7.2 |
| DR. EFRAIN GONZALEZ TEJERA Utuado | 5.3 mi | 9.5 |
| JOSE EMILIO LUGO Adjuntas | 5.4 mi | 5.4 |
| MARTA LAFONTAINE Utuado | 5.2 mi | 8.5 |
| RAFAEL APARICIO JIMENEZ Adjuntas | 5.6 mi | 4.1 |
| HECTOR I. RIVERA Adjuntas | 5.9 mi | 6.7 |
| JOSE VIZCARRONDO Utuado | 5.9 mi | 5.2 |
| ANTONIO ROMERO MUNIZ Jayuya | 7.4 mi | 6.5 |
| DOMINGO MASSOL Adjuntas | 7.9 mi | 9.1 |
| SAN PATRICIO Jayuya | 8.0 mi | 9.2 |
| PROFESOR RAFAEL ALICEA VAZQUEZ Lares | 8.3 mi | 5.7 |
| ADRIAN TORRES TORRES Jayuya | 8.4 mi | 7.4 |
| ANTONIO TULLA TORRES Utuado | 8.5 mi | 7.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 00641 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$17,839
Median Home Value
$101,900
Median Rent
$464/mo
Population
23,962
College Educated
21.9%
Homeownership
61.6%
Avg Commute
30.4 min
Poverty Rate
53.7%
Median Age
46.3
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| EL SENORIAL San Juan, PR | 7.0 |
| ELISA DAVILA VAZQUEZ Vega Alta, PR | 7.0 |
| GENARO BOU Corozal, PR | 7.0 |
| JOSEFINA BOYA LEON Ponce, PR | 7.0 |
| CARMEN CASASUS MARTI Anasco, PR | 6.9 |
| CEFERINA CORDERO Isabela, PR | 7.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Inocencio Montero
What grades does Inocencio Montero serve?
Inocencio Montero serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Inocencio Montero?
Inocencio Montero has an enrollment of approximately 253 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Inocencio Montero?
The student-teacher ratio at Inocencio Montero is 10.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Inocencio Montero rank in PR?
Inocencio Montero ranks #324 of 842 schools in PR.
What is Inocencio Montero's MySchoolScout rating?
Inocencio Montero has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 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 Montero?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Inocencio Montero has 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
Is Inocencio Montero a charter school?
No, Inocencio Montero is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Inocencio Montero a Title I school?
No, Inocencio Montero is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Inocencio Montero?
90.9% of students at Inocencio Montero 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
- 253
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 24
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 90.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Utuado Municipio
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 38.7%
- Phone
- (787) 894-1448
Resources & Links
District
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION- District Enrollment
- 240,910
- Schools in District
- 858
- District Rank
- #324 of 842
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