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Very Good

#295 of 842 schools in PR

Top 35% in state

Isaac Del Rosario

Elementary School · PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION

PO BOX 086, Catano, PR 00962

Enrollment

413

Student-Teacher

10.6:1

Score

7.2

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Puerto Rico schools

#295 of 842

In Catano

#2 of 5

public schools

In district

#295 of 842

PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION

Academic growth

7.9 / 10

Very Good

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Isaac Del Rosario

7.2/10

Elementary School in Catano · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Isaac Del Rosario

Isaac Del Rosario is a public elementary school in Catano, PR, part of PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION. Isaac Del Rosario serves approximately 413 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 10.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Isaac Del Rosario has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #295 of 842 schools in PR.

Structured state assessment records for Isaac Del Rosario show 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 7.2 · Very Good
  • District avg 7.0
  • PR avg 7.0

What Parents Should Know

The chronic absenteeism rate at Isaac Del Rosario was 54% 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 Progress7.9Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data9
Annual Change+1.67 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2018
TrendImproving
Academics7.6Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency49% (2018 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency45% (2018 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency47% (2018 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)41% (model expectation from 2018 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+5.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile64th
Resources & Environment5.1Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.6:1
Chronic Absenteeism53.8%

Isaac Del Rosario — Students at Isaac Del Rosario score 47% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

91%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores PR EDFACTS (2017-18)

Math Proficiency 56.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2018)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 54.6% (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
41%
ELA
44%
2011
Math
36%
ELA
44%
2012
Math
55%
ELA
55%
2013
Math
63%
ELA
64%
2014
Math
61%
ELA
56%
2015
Math
72%
ELA
67%
2016
Math
62%
ELA
57%
2017
Math
67%
ELA
59%
2018
Math
49%
ELA
45%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.9/10.

How Isaac Del Rosario Compares

See how Isaac Del Rosario performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.2/10
65th percentile in PR
Academic
7.6/10
Very Good
Growth
7.9/10
Very Good
Environment
5.1/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
91%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
39 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
53.8%

Location

PO BOX 086, Catano, PR 00962

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Isaac Del Rosario may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. CARMEN BARROSO MORALES (rated 9.8/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Toa Baja), which scores notably higher. Another option is RAMON MORALES PENA (rated 9.1/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Bayamon), which scores notably higher. Additionally, DR. EFRAIN SANCHEZ HIDALGO TOA BAJA (rated 8.6/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Toa Baja), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Catano, see our Catano schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.8 mi
School Distance Rating
MERCEDES GARCIA DE COLORADO Catano 0.5 mi 2.6
FRANCISCO OLLER Toa Baja 1.3 mi 4.1
ONOFRE CARBALLEIRA Catano 1.4 mi 3.0
RAFAEL CORDERO CATANO Catano 1.4 mi 7.4
ROSALINA C. MARTINEZ - ALIANZA Catano 1.7 mi 4.9
DR. EFRAIN SANCHEZ HIDALGO TOA BAJA Toa Baja 1.8 mi 8.6
CARMEN BARROSO MORALES Toa Baja 1.9 mi 9.8
LUIS MUNOZ RIVERA II Guaynabo 2.0 mi 4.7
BASILIO MILAN HERNANDEZ Toa Baja 2.0 mi 5.3
RAMON MORALES PENA Bayamon 2.1 mi 9.1
DR. AGUSTIN STAHL Bayamon 2.3 mi 5.0
CACIQUE AGUEYBANA Bayamon 2.4 mi 7.9
JUAN PONCE DE LEON GUAYNABO Guaynabo 2.5 mi 7.8
DELIA DAVILA DE CABAN Toa Baja 2.5 mi 8.4
FAUSTINO SANTIAGO MONTALVO Bayamon 2.6 mi 5.3
PEDRO P. CASABLANCA Bayamon 2.7 mi 4.2
CARMEN GOMEZ TEJERA BAYAMON Bayamon 2.7 mi 5.0
LUIS PALES MATOS Bayamon 2.7 mi 5.2
LUDOVICO COSTOSO Bayamon 2.7 mi 7.2
DR. JOSE ANTONIO DAVILA Bayamon 2.8 mi 5.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 00962 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$20,134

Median Home Value

$118,700

Median Rent

$537/mo

Population

19,213

College Educated

18%

Homeownership

55.1%

Avg Commute

25.4 min

Poverty Rate

49.6%

Median Age

42.7

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CAMINO AL EXITO - ALIANZA Yabucoa, PR 7.3
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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Isaac Del Rosario

What grades does Isaac Del Rosario serve?

Isaac Del Rosario serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Isaac Del Rosario?

Isaac Del Rosario has an enrollment of approximately 413 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Isaac Del Rosario?

The student-teacher ratio at Isaac Del Rosario is 10.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Isaac Del Rosario rank in PR?

Isaac Del Rosario ranks #295 of 842 schools in PR.

What is Isaac Del Rosario's MySchoolScout rating?

Isaac Del Rosario has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 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 Isaac Del Rosario?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Isaac Del Rosario has 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).

Is Isaac Del Rosario a charter school?

No, Isaac Del Rosario is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Isaac Del Rosario a Title I school?

No, Isaac Del Rosario is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Isaac Del Rosario?

91.0% of students at Isaac Del Rosario 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 – 5th
Enrollment
413
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
39
Free/Reduced Lunch
91.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Cataño Municipio
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
53.8%

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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