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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

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

5.8/10

Elementary School in San Juan · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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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).

How it compares1.2 pts below district
  • 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.6Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data9
Annual Change+0.35 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2018
TrendStable
Academics3.7Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency12% (2018 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency27% (2018 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency20% (2018 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)39% (model expectation from 2018 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-20.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile18th
Resources & Environment9.7Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio5.9:1

Instituto Loaiza Cordero — Students at Instituto Loaiza Cordero score 20% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

91.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores PR EDFACTS (2017-18)

Math Proficiency 13.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2018)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 25.3% (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
17%
ELA
17%
2011
Math
7.5%
ELA
22%
2012
Math
12%
ELA
32%
2013
Math
12%
ELA
37%
2014
Math
12%
ELA
27%
2015
Math
17%
ELA
17%
2016
Math
12%
ELA
22%
2017
Math
22%
ELA
27%
2018
Math
12%
ELA
27%

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.

Overall Score
5.8/10
42th percentile in PR
Academic
3.7/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
5.6/10
Average
Environment
9.7/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
91%
Teaching Staff
6:1 student-teacher ratio
36 teachers

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

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School Rating
DR. FRANCISCO HERNANDEZ Y GAETAN San Juan, PR 5.8
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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.

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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

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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