Very Good
#200 of 842 schools in PR
Top 24% in state
Jaime L. Drew
Elementary School · PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
PO BOX 7025, Ponce, PR 00731
Enrollment
204
Student-Teacher
10.7:1
Score
7.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
204
Student-Teacher
10.7:1
Score
7.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Puerto Rico schools
#200 of 842
In Ponce
#11 of 38
public schools
In district
#200 of 842
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
Academic growth
8.5 / 10
Excellent
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About Jaime L. Drew
Jaime L. Drew is a public elementary school in Ponce, PR, part of PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION. Jaime L.
Drew serves approximately 204 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 10.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Jaime L. Drew has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10 and ranks #200 of 842 schools in PR.
Structured state assessment records for Jaime L. Drew show 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
- This school 7.9 · Very Good
- District avg 7.0
- PR avg 7.0
What Parents Should Know
The chronic absenteeism rate at Jaime L. Drew was 41% 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
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Jaime L. Drew — Students at Jaime L. Drew score 50% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
91.2%
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
↑ ImprovingAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.5/10.
How Jaime L. Drew Compares
See how Jaime L. Drew performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
PO BOX 7025, Ponce, PR 00731
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Jaime L. Drew may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. LIBRADO NET (rated 9.1/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is JUAN CUEVAS ABOY (rated 8.7/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, ABRAHAM LINCOLN PONCE (rated 8.6/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Ponce, see our Ponce schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| DR. PILA Ponce | 0.2 mi | 6.7 |
| ANTONIO PAOLI PONCE Ponce | 0.2 mi | 3.5 |
| EDUARDO NEUMANN GANDIA Ponce | 0.3 mi | 6.4 |
| BERNARDINO CORDERO BERNARD Ponce | 0.4 mi | 6.7 |
| LIBRADO NET Ponce | 0.6 mi | 9.1 |
| DR. JOSE CELSO BARBOSA PONCE Ponce | 0.7 mi | 7.1 |
| JUAN CUEVAS ABOY Ponce | 0.7 mi | 8.7 |
| HEMETERIO COLON Ponce | 0.9 mi | 5.9 |
| JULIO ALVARADO TRICOCHE Ponce | 1.1 mi | 7.2 |
| PONCE HIGH SCHOOL Ponce | 1.2 mi | 4.9 |
| ABRAHAM LINCOLN PONCE Ponce | 1.2 mi | 8.6 |
| EUGENIO LE COMPTE BENITEZ Ponce | 1.3 mi | 5.2 |
| DR. RAFAEL PUJALS Ponce | 1.3 mi | 5.8 |
| LUCY GRILLASCA Ponce | 1.5 mi | 4.7 |
| ISMAEL MALDONADO LUGARO Ponce | 1.6 mi | 6.0 |
| ANDRES GRILLASCA SALAS Ponce | 1.7 mi | 4.4 |
| RAMON MARIN Ponce | 1.8 mi | 7.0 |
| CARMEN SOLA DE PEDREIRA Ponce | 1.8 mi | 8.3 |
| RODULFO DEL VALLE Ponce | 1.9 mi | 8.4 |
| AUREA E. RIVERA COLLAZO Ponce | 2.1 mi | 7.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 00731 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$16,917
Median Home Value
$86,800
Median Rent
$426/mo
Population
10,221
College Educated
22.1%
Homeownership
79.4%
Avg Commute
26.6 min
Poverty Rate
56.4%
Median Age
47.8
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| GEORGINA ALVARADO San German, PR | 7.9 |
| PEPITA ARENAS Caguas, PR | 7.9 |
| RAMON OLIVARES Lajas, PR | 7.9 |
| EPIFANIO FERNANDEZ VANGA Bayamon, PR | 8.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Jaime L. Drew
What grades does Jaime L. Drew serve?
Jaime L. Drew serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Jaime L. Drew?
Jaime L. Drew has an enrollment of approximately 204 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Jaime L. Drew?
The student-teacher ratio at Jaime L. Drew is 10.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Jaime L. Drew rank in PR?
Jaime L. Drew ranks #200 of 842 schools in PR.
What is Jaime L. Drew's MySchoolScout rating?
Jaime L. Drew has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 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 L. Drew?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Jaime L. Drew has 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
Is Jaime L. Drew a charter school?
No, Jaime L. Drew is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Jaime L. Drew a Title I school?
No, Jaime L. Drew is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Jaime L. Drew?
91.2% of students at Jaime L. Drew 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
- 68 Somewhat Walkable
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 204
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 19
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 91.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Ponce Municipio
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 40.7%
- Phone
- (787) 842-7343
Resources & Links
District
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION- District Enrollment
- 240,910
- Schools in District
- 858
- District Rank
- #200 of 842
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