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#447 of 842 schools in PR
James Garfield
School · PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
PO BOX 770, Cabo Rojo, PR 00623
Enrollment
250
Student-Teacher
8.9:1
Score
6.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 11th
Enrollment
250
Student-Teacher
8.9:1
Score
6.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 11th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Puerto Rico schools
#447 of 842
In Cabo Rojo
#7 of 10
public schools
In district
#447 of 842
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
Academic performance
9.3 / 10
Excellent
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About James Garfield
James Garfield is a public school in Cabo Rojo, PR, part of PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION. James Garfield serves approximately 250 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-11th, and has a 8.9:1 student-teacher ratio. James Garfield has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #447 of 842 schools in PR.
Structured state assessment records for James Garfield show 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
- This school 6.1 · Average
- District avg 6.3
- PR avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 8.9:1 students to teachers, James Garfield sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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James Garfield — Students at James Garfield score 72% 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
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 5.3/10.
How James Garfield Compares
See how James Garfield performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
PO BOX 770, Cabo Rojo, PR 00623
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering James Garfield may also want to explore other schools in the area. SEVERO E. COLBERG RAMIREZ (rated 5.0/10, 0.5 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, RAMON E. RODRIGUEZ DIAZ (rated 4.0/10, 4.3 miles away, in nearby Hormigueros), a more accessible option. For more schools in Cabo Rojo, see our Cabo Rojo schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 6.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| PEDRO NELSON COLBERG Cabo Rojo | 0.5 mi | 4.7 |
| SEVERO E. COLBERG RAMIREZ Cabo Rojo | 0.5 mi | 5.0 |
| INES MARIA MENDOZA DE MUNOZ MARIN CABO ROJO Cabo Rojo | 0.7 mi | 6.4 |
| ANTONIO ACARON CORREA Cabo Rojo | 1.4 mi | 6.7 |
| FEDERICO DEGETAU CABO ROJO Cabo Rojo | 2.5 mi | 7.3 |
| MILDRED ARROYO CARDOZA Cabo Rojo | 2.4 mi | 6.4 |
| CARMEN VIGNALS ROSARIO Cabo Rojo | 3.7 mi | 5.9 |
| MONSERRATE LEON IRIZARRY Cabo Rojo | 3.8 mi | 6.4 |
| EFREN RODRIGUEZ TORO Hormigueros | 4.1 mi | 9.2 |
| RAMON E. RODRIGUEZ DIAZ Hormigueros | 4.3 mi | 4.0 |
| SEGUNDO RUIZ BELVIS HORMIGUEROS Hormigueros | 4.3 mi | 6.4 |
| ALFREDO DORRINGTON Hormigueros | 4.7 mi | 5.1 |
| JUAN CANCIO ORTIZ DE LA RENTA Lajas | 5.6 mi | 6.7 |
| HERMINIA C. RAMIREZ San German | 5.6 mi | 9.3 |
| GEORGINA ALVARADO San German | 6.5 mi | 7.9 |
| LUIS MUNOZ RIVERA LAJAS Lajas | 6.4 mi | 4.7 |
| LEONIDES MORALES RODRIGUEZ Lajas | 6.5 mi | 5.6 |
| OLGA MAS RAMIREZ Mayaguez | 6.8 mi | 5.4 |
| MARIA LUISA ARCELAY Mayaguez | 6.9 mi | 9.5 |
| JULIO V. GUZMAN San German | 6.6 mi | 5.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 00623 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$25,614
Median Home Value
$118,200
Median Rent
$576/mo
Population
39,005
College Educated
29.8%
Homeownership
77.7%
Avg Commute
24.7 min
Poverty Rate
37.2%
Median Age
46.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| FRANCISCO GARCIA BOYRIE Guayama, PR | 6.1 |
| DR. JOSE CELSO BARBOSA SAN JUAN San Juan, PR | 6.0 |
| DR. ARTURO MORALES CARRION San Juan, PR | 5.9 |
| JOHN W. HARRIS Arecibo, PR | 6.3 |
| ENRIQUE DE JESUS BORRAS Arecibo, PR | 5.7 |
| GEORGINA BAQUERO Canovanas, PR | 5.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about James Garfield
What grades does James Garfield serve?
James Garfield serves students in grades Kindergarten through 11th.
How many students attend James Garfield?
James Garfield has an enrollment of approximately 250 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at James Garfield?
The student-teacher ratio at James Garfield is 8.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does James Garfield rank in PR?
James Garfield ranks #447 of 842 schools in PR.
What is James Garfield's MySchoolScout rating?
James Garfield has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 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 James Garfield?
Based on loaded state assessment records, James Garfield has 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
Is James Garfield a charter school?
No, James Garfield is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is James Garfield a Title I school?
No, James Garfield is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for James Garfield?
91.2% of students at James Garfield 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
- 47 Car-Dependent
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 11th
- Enrollment
- 250
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 28
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 91.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small Suburb
- County
- Cabo Rojo Municipio
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 24.8%
- Phone
- (787) 851-1825
Resources & Links
District
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION- District Enrollment
- 240,910
- Schools in District
- 858
- District Rank
- #447 of 842
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