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Intermedia Tallaboa Alta

Middle School · PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION

PO BOX 70, Penuelas, PR 00624

Enrollment

97

Student-Teacher

9.7:1

Score

5.4

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Puerto Rico schools

#563 of 842

In Penuelas

#7 of 7

public schools

In district

#563 of 842

PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION

School environment

7.9 / 10

Very Good

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Intermedia Tallaboa Alta

5.4/10

Middle School in Penuelas · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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7.5/10

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About Intermedia Tallaboa Alta

Intermedia Tallaboa Alta is a public middle school in Penuelas, PR, part of PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION. Intermedia Tallaboa Alta serves approximately 97 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 9.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Intermedia Tallaboa Alta has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #563 of 842 schools in PR.

Structured state assessment records for Intermedia Tallaboa Alta show 5% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).

How it compares0.7 pts above district
  • This school 5.4 · Average
  • District avg 4.7
  • PR avg 4.7

What Parents Should Know

With an enrollment of 97 students, Intermedia Tallaboa Alta 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.

While current test scores at Intermedia Tallaboa Alta are below average, the school shows strong growth metrics — meaning students are making above-average progress year over year. This upward trajectory can be a positive indicator for families who value a school's ability to help students improve, even if absolute scores haven't caught up yet.

With a student-teacher ratio of 9.7:1, Intermedia Tallaboa Alta 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 Progress6.0Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data9
Annual Change+0.49 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2018
TrendStable
Academics2.8Needs Improvement35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency7.5% (2018 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency27% (2018 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency17% (2018 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)46% (model expectation from 2018 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-29.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile10th
Resources & Environment7.9Very Good25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio9.7:1
Chronic Absenteeism20.6%

Intermedia Tallaboa Alta — Students at Intermedia Tallaboa Alta score 17% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

90.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores PR EDFACTS (2017-18)

Math Proficiency 4.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2018)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 30.3% (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
2.5%
ELA
17%
2011
Math
2.5%
ELA
32%
2012
Math
2.5%
ELA
37%
2013
Math
2.5%
ELA
37%
2014
Math
2.5%
ELA
32%
2015
Math
2.5%
ELA
42%
2016
Math
8%
ELA
26%
2017
Math
11%
ELA
23%
2018
Math
7.5%
ELA
27%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.0/10.

How Intermedia Tallaboa Alta Compares

See how Intermedia Tallaboa Alta performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.4/10
33th percentile in PR
Academic
2.8/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
6.0/10
Average
Environment
7.9/10
Very Good

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
91%
Teaching Staff
10:1 student-teacher ratio
10 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
20.6%

Location

PO BOX 70, Penuelas, PR 00624

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Intermedia Tallaboa Alta may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. EUGENIO LE COMPTE BENITEZ (rated 5.2/10, 4.5 miles away, in nearby Ponce), with a very similar rating. Additionally, ANTONIO PAOLI PONCE (rated 3.5/10, 5.8 miles away, in nearby Ponce), a more accessible option. For more schools in Penuelas, see our Penuelas schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.8 mi
School Distance Rating
MIGUEL GONZALEZ BAUZA Penuelas 0.6 mi 7.5
WEBSTER Penuelas 1.2 mi 8.0
RAFAEL IRIZARRY RIVERA Penuelas 1.3 mi 5.6
JOSEFA VELEZ BAUZA Penuelas 2.1 mi 5.6
SUPERIOR BETHZAIDA VELAZQUEZ Ponce 3.2 mi 6.2
RAMON PEREZ PURCELL Penuelas 3.4 mi 7.0
JORGE LUCAS VALDIVIESO Penuelas 3.9 mi 7.0
CARMEN SOLA DE PEDREIRA Ponce 4.1 mi 8.3
AUREA E. RIVERA COLLAZO Ponce 4.4 mi 7.6
EUGENIO LE COMPTE BENITEZ Ponce 4.5 mi 5.2
JULIO ALVARADO TRICOCHE Ponce 4.9 mi 7.2
GLORIA MARIA BORRERO OLIVERAS Guayanilla 4.9 mi 6.3
LILA MARIA MERCEDES MAYORAL Ponce 5.4 mi 3.9
FERNANDO LUIS MALAVE OLIVERAS Ponce 5.4 mi 5.3
DR. PEDRO ALBIZU CAMPOS PONCE Ponce 5.5 mi 9.6
LIBRADO NET Ponce 5.5 mi 9.1
EDUARDO NEUMANN GANDIA Ponce 5.6 mi 6.4
DOMINGO MASSOL Adjuntas 5.9 mi 9.1
JAIME L. DREW Ponce 5.8 mi 7.9
ANTONIO PAOLI PONCE Ponce 5.8 mi 3.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 00624 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$21,091

Median Home Value

$88,100

Median Rent

$530/mo

Population

21,374

College Educated

24.8%

Homeownership

68.8%

Avg Commute

26.6 min

Poverty Rate

51.2%

Median Age

40.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Intermedia Tallaboa Alta

What grades does Intermedia Tallaboa Alta serve?

Intermedia Tallaboa Alta serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Intermedia Tallaboa Alta?

Intermedia Tallaboa Alta has an enrollment of approximately 97 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Intermedia Tallaboa Alta?

The student-teacher ratio at Intermedia Tallaboa Alta is 9.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Intermedia Tallaboa Alta rank in PR?

Intermedia Tallaboa Alta ranks #563 of 842 schools in PR.

What is Intermedia Tallaboa Alta's MySchoolScout rating?

Intermedia Tallaboa Alta has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 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 Intermedia Tallaboa Alta?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Intermedia Tallaboa Alta has 5% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).

Is Intermedia Tallaboa Alta a charter school?

No, Intermedia Tallaboa Alta is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Intermedia Tallaboa Alta a Title I school?

No, Intermedia Tallaboa Alta is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Intermedia Tallaboa Alta?

90.7% of students at Intermedia Tallaboa Alta 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
6th – 8th
Enrollment
97
Student-Teacher Ratio
9.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
10
Free/Reduced Lunch
90.7%
Type
regular
Setting
Small Suburb
County
Peñuelas Municipio
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
20.6%

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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