Average
#491 of 842 schools in PR
Instituto Loaiza Cordero
Elementary School · PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
PO BOX 8622, San Juan, PR 00910
Enrollment
214
Student-Teacher
5.9:1
Score
5.8
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
214
Student-Teacher
5.9:1
Score
5.8
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Puerto Rico schools
#491 of 842
In San Juan
#49 of 82
public schools
In district
#491 of 842
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
School environment
9.7 / 10
Excellent
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Instituto Loaiza Cordero
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About Instituto Loaiza Cordero
Instituto Loaiza Cordero is a public elementary school in San Juan, PR, part of PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION. Instituto Loaiza Cordero serves approximately 214 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 5.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Instituto Loaiza Cordero has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #491 of 842 schools in PR.
Structured state assessment records for Instituto Loaiza Cordero show 14% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
- This school 5.8 · Average
- District avg 7.0
- PR avg 7.0
What Parents Should Know
With a student-teacher ratio of 5.9:1, Instituto Loaiza Cordero 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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Instituto Loaiza Cordero — Students at Instituto Loaiza Cordero score 20% proficient, which is below 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
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 5.6/10.
How Instituto Loaiza Cordero Compares
See how Instituto Loaiza Cordero performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
PO BOX 8622, San Juan, PR 00910
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Instituto Loaiza Cordero may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. EMILIO DEL TORO CUEVAS (rated 8.7/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is MANUEL BOADA (rated 7.5/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, DR. JULIO J. HENNA (rated 7.4/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in San Juan, see our San Juan schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| DR. FRANCISCO HERNANDEZ Y GAETAN San Juan | 0.2 mi | 5.8 |
| RAFAEL MARIA DE LABRA San Juan | 0.2 mi | 3.8 |
| CENTRAL DE ARTES VISUALES San Juan | 0.3 mi | 7.6 |
| RAFAEL CORDERO SAN JUAN San Juan | 0.5 mi | 6.6 |
| PADRE RUFO San Juan | 0.6 mi | 7.8 |
| JULIAN E. BLANCO - BALLET San Juan | 0.6 mi | 8.5 |
| LUIS MUNOZ RIVERA SAN JUAN San Juan | 0.7 mi | 5.0 |
| DR. FACUNDO BUESO San Juan | 1.2 mi | 3.8 |
| ANTONIO B. CAIMARY San Juan | 1.4 mi | 5.1 |
| FEDERICO ASENJO - PRETECNICA San Juan | 1.4 mi | 5.0 |
| RAMON POWER Y GIRALT SAN JUAN San Juan | 1.6 mi | 6.8 |
| ERNESTO RAMOS ANTONINI - MUSICA San Juan | 1.7 mi | 7.6 |
| NEMESIO R. CANALES II San Juan | 1.7 mi | 6.3 |
| REPUBLICA DEL PERU San Juan | 1.7 mi | 2.6 |
| LUIS RODRIGUEZ CABRERO San Juan | 1.7 mi | 3.2 |
| EMILIO DEL TORO CUEVAS San Juan | 1.8 mi | 8.7 |
| MANUEL BOADA San Juan | 1.7 mi | 7.5 |
| ERNESTO RAMOS ANTONINI SAN JUAN San Juan | 1.7 mi | 4.5 |
| DR. JULIO J. HENNA San Juan | 1.8 mi | 7.4 |
| LA ESPERANZA San Juan | 2.1 mi | 7.5 |
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| DR. FRANCISCO HERNANDEZ Y GAETAN San Juan, PR | 5.8 |
| FELIX SANCHEZ CRUZ Rio Grande, PR | 5.8 |
| FRANCISCO PACHIN MARIN Arecibo, PR | 5.8 |
| JOAQUIN VAZQUEZ CRUZ Camuy, PR | 5.8 |
| JUAN B. HUYKE Guaynabo, PR | 5.8 |
| MAXIMINO A. SALAS San Sebastian, PR | 5.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Instituto Loaiza Cordero
What grades does Instituto Loaiza Cordero serve?
Instituto Loaiza Cordero serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Instituto Loaiza Cordero?
Instituto Loaiza Cordero has an enrollment of approximately 214 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Instituto Loaiza Cordero?
The student-teacher ratio at Instituto Loaiza Cordero is 5.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Instituto Loaiza Cordero rank in PR?
Instituto Loaiza Cordero ranks #491 of 842 schools in PR.
What is Instituto Loaiza Cordero's MySchoolScout rating?
Instituto Loaiza Cordero has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 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 Instituto Loaiza Cordero?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Instituto Loaiza Cordero has 14% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
Is Instituto Loaiza Cordero a charter school?
No, Instituto Loaiza Cordero is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Instituto Loaiza Cordero a Title I school?
No, Instituto Loaiza Cordero is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Instituto Loaiza Cordero?
91.1% of students at Instituto Loaiza Cordero 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
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 214
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 36
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 91.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- San Juan Municipio
- Phone
- (787) 724-0893
Resources & Links
District
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION- District Enrollment
- 240,910
- Schools in District
- 858
- District Rank
- #491 of 842
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