Very Good
#226 of 842 schools in PR
Top 27% in state
Jaime Coira Ortiz
Elementary School · PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
PO BOX 1412, Ciales, PR 00638
Enrollment
163
Student-Teacher
7.1:1
Score
7.7
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
163
Student-Teacher
7.1:1
Score
7.7
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Puerto Rico schools
#226 of 842
In Ciales
#2 of 7
public schools
In district
#226 of 842
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
School environment
8.9 / 10
Excellent
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About Jaime Coira Ortiz
Jaime Coira Ortiz is a public elementary school in Ciales, PR, part of PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION. Jaime Coira Ortiz serves approximately 163 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 7.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Jaime Coira Ortiz has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10 and ranks #226 of 842 schools in PR.
Structured state assessment records for Jaime Coira Ortiz show 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
- This school 7.7 · Very Good
- District avg 7.0
- PR avg 7.0
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 163 students, Jaime Coira Ortiz 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.
With a student-teacher ratio of 7.1:1, Jaime Coira Ortiz 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.
Located in a rural area, Jaime Coira Ortiz 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.
Score Breakdown
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Jaime Coira Ortiz — Students at Jaime Coira Ortiz score 57% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 45%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
90.8%
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: 6.7/10.
How Jaime Coira Ortiz Compares
See how Jaime Coira Ortiz performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
PO BOX 1412, Ciales, PR 00638
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Jaime Coira Ortiz may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. VISITACION PAGAN (rated 9.6/10, 5.5 miles away, in nearby Orocovis), which scores notably higher. Another option is ANGEL RAFAEL DIAZ COLON (rated 9.6/10, 6.1 miles away, in nearby Orocovis), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ESPERANZA GONZALEZ (rated 9.5/10, 6.3 miles away, in nearby Morovis), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Ciales, see our Ciales schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 6.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| FRANCISCO SERRANO Ciales | 1.7 mi | 7.5 |
| CONCEPCION PEREZ HERNANDEZ Ciales | 3.7 mi | 9.2 |
| RAMON TORRES RIVERA Morovis | 3.8 mi | 8.6 |
| ARIANYS NICOLE ROSA LUQUIS Ciales | 4.7 mi | 4.6 |
| JUAN ANTONIO CORRETJER CIALES Ciales | 4.7 mi | 4.6 |
| MATRULLAS Orocovis | 5.0 mi | 4.6 |
| TORIBIO RIVERA Ciales | 5.2 mi | 6.1 |
| JOSEFA DEL RIO GUERRERO Morovis | 5.5 mi | 6.1 |
| VISITACION PAGAN Orocovis | 5.5 mi | 9.6 |
| SANAMUERTOS Orocovis | 5.6 mi | 6.2 |
| HATO VIEJO CUMBRE Ciales | 6.1 mi | 5.3 |
| JORGE L. MARRERO PADILLA Morovis | 6.1 mi | 7.7 |
| ANGEL RAFAEL DIAZ COLON Orocovis | 6.1 mi | 9.6 |
| OSCAR RODRIGUEZ RIVERA Morovis | 6.3 mi | 9.0 |
| ANGEL G. QUINTERO ALFARO Morovis | 6.4 mi | 6.8 |
| JAIME A. COLLAZO DEL RIO Morovis | 6.2 mi | 5.1 |
| ESPERANZA GONZALEZ Morovis | 6.3 mi | 9.5 |
| FRANCISCO RIVERA CLAUDIO Morovis | 6.4 mi | 6.6 |
| ANTONIA SERRANO GONZALEZ Jayuya | 6.4 mi | 5.5 |
| NELIDA MELENDEZ MELENDEZ Orocovis | 6.6 mi | 6.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 00638 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$20,878
Median Home Value
$94,500
Median Rent
$404/mo
Population
17,410
College Educated
16.8%
Homeownership
70.9%
Avg Commute
33.1 min
Poverty Rate
57.8%
Median Age
45.9
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Jaime Coira Ortiz
What grades does Jaime Coira Ortiz serve?
Jaime Coira Ortiz serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Jaime Coira Ortiz?
Jaime Coira Ortiz has an enrollment of approximately 163 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Jaime Coira Ortiz?
The student-teacher ratio at Jaime Coira Ortiz is 7.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Jaime Coira Ortiz rank in PR?
Jaime Coira Ortiz ranks #226 of 842 schools in PR.
What is Jaime Coira Ortiz's MySchoolScout rating?
Jaime Coira Ortiz has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 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 Jaime Coira Ortiz?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Jaime Coira Ortiz has 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
Is Jaime Coira Ortiz a charter school?
No, Jaime Coira Ortiz is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Jaime Coira Ortiz a Title I school?
No, Jaime Coira Ortiz is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Jaime Coira Ortiz?
90.8% of students at Jaime Coira Ortiz qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
- Walk Score
- 0 Car-Dependent
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 163
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 23
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 90.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Ciales Municipio
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 8.6%
- Phone
- (787) 871-4692
Resources & Links
District
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION- District Enrollment
- 240,910
- Schools in District
- 858
- District Rank
- #226 of 842
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