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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

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

7.0/10

Elementary School in Utuado · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Luis Munoz Rivera Utuado

5.5/10

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5.9/10

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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).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • 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

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+0.83 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2018
TrendStable
Academics7.9Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency43% (2018 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency58% (2018 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency51% (2018 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)43% (model expectation from 2018 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+7.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile68th
Resources & Environment6.4Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.5:1
Chronic Absenteeism38.7%

Inocencio Montero — Students at Inocencio Montero score 50% 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 33.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2018)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 47.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2018)
School
State
N/A

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

Proficiency Trend

↑ Improving

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

2009
Math
32%
ELA
46%
2011
Math
36%
ELA
51%
2012
Math
30%
ELA
52%
2013
Math
33%
ELA
54%
2014
Math
18%
ELA
28%
2015
Math
30%
ELA
37%
2016
Math
33%
ELA
46%
2017
Math
45%
ELA
57%
2018
Math
43%
ELA
58%

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.

Overall Score
7.0/10
62th percentile in PR
Academic
7.9/10
Very Good
Growth
6.7/10
Average
Environment
6.4/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
91%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
24 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
38.7%

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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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.

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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%

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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