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#515 of 842 schools in PR
Jose A. Vargas
Elementary School · PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
PO BOX 545, Isabela, PR 00662
Enrollment
330
Student-Teacher
11:1
Score
5.7
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
330
Student-Teacher
11:1
Score
5.7
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Puerto Rico schools
#515 of 842
In Isabela
#7 of 9
public schools
In district
#515 of 842
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
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Jose A. Vargas
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About Jose A. Vargas
Jose A. Vargas is a public elementary school in Isabela, PR, part of PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION. Jose A.
Vargas serves approximately 330 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 11:1 student-teacher ratio. Jose A. Vargas has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #515 of 842 schools in PR.
Structured state assessment records for Jose A. Vargas show 18% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
- This school 5.7 · Average
- District avg 7.0
- PR avg 7.0
What Parents Should Know
Located in a rural area, Jose A. Vargas 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.
The chronic absenteeism rate at Jose A. Vargas was 47% 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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Jose A. Vargas — Students at Jose A. Vargas score 34% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 43%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
90.9%
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: 5.6/10.
How Jose A. Vargas Compares
See how Jose A. Vargas performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
PO BOX 545, Isabela, PR 00662
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Jose A. Vargas may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. EPIFANIO ESTRADA ISABELA (rated 9.0/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ANTONIO GEIGEL PAREDES (rated 8.8/10, 3.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, RALPH W. EMERSON (rated 8.7/10, 7.0 miles away, in nearby Camuy), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Isabela, see our Isabela schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 7.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| EPIFANIO ESTRADA ISABELA Isabela | 2.1 mi | 9.0 |
| MATEO HERNANDEZ Isabela | 2.5 mi | 7.2 |
| DR. PEDRO ALBIZU CAMPOS QUEBRADILLAS Quebradillas | 2.8 mi | 3.2 |
| RAMON EMETERIO BETANCES Quebradillas | 3.0 mi | 8.5 |
| JUAN ALEJO ARIZMENDI Quebradillas | 3.1 mi | 6.4 |
| SUPERIOR MANUEL RAMOS HERNANDEZ Quebradillas | 3.2 mi | 6.1 |
| DR. HERIBERTO DOMENECH Isabela | 3.2 mi | 4.5 |
| HONORIO HERNANDEZ Quebradillas | 3.3 mi | 4.1 |
| JOSE C. ROSARIO Isabela | 3.3 mi | 6.0 |
| ANTONIO GEIGEL PAREDES Isabela | 3.5 mi | 8.8 |
| IRMA DELIZ DE MUNOZ Isabela | 4.0 mi | 4.0 |
| FRANCISCO MENDOZA Isabela | 4.1 mi | 6.0 |
| LUIS MUNOZ RIVERA Quebradillas | 4.1 mi | 5.8 |
| CEFERINA CORDERO Isabela | 4.4 mi | 7.1 |
| CARMELO SERRANO CUBANO San Sebastian | 5.8 mi | 7.1 |
| LUIS FELIPE RODRIGUEZ GARCIA Arecibo | 6.0 mi | 6.2 |
| PEDRO AMADOR Camuy | 6.5 mi | 8.6 |
| EMILIO SCHARON RODRIGUEZ San Sebastian | 7.3 mi | 7.1 |
| RALPH W. EMERSON Camuy | 7.0 mi | 8.7 |
| BERNALDO MENDEZ JIMENEZ San Sebastian | 7.5 mi | 5.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 00662 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$20,673
Median Home Value
$122,300
Median Rent
$555/mo
Population
40,705
College Educated
25.7%
Homeownership
64.1%
Avg Commute
24.9 min
Poverty Rate
46.8%
Median Age
44.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
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|---|---|
| FEDERICO DEGETAU ARECIBO Arecibo, PR | 5.7 |
| INES MARIA MENDOZA DE MUNOZ MARIN BAYAMON Bayamon, PR | 5.7 |
| JOSE M ESPADA ZAYAS Coamo, PR | 5.7 |
| ANTONIO R. BARCELO Canovanas, PR | 5.8 |
| FELIX SANCHEZ CRUZ Rio Grande, PR | 5.8 |
| FRANCISCO PACHIN MARIN Arecibo, PR | 5.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Jose A. Vargas
What grades does Jose A. Vargas serve?
Jose A. Vargas serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Jose A. Vargas?
Jose A. Vargas has an enrollment of approximately 330 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Jose A. Vargas?
The student-teacher ratio at Jose A. Vargas is 11:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Jose A. Vargas rank in PR?
Jose A. Vargas ranks #515 of 842 schools in PR.
What is Jose A. Vargas's MySchoolScout rating?
Jose A. Vargas has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 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 Jose A. Vargas?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Jose A. Vargas has 18% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
Is Jose A. Vargas a charter school?
No, Jose A. Vargas is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Jose A. Vargas a Title I school?
No, Jose A. Vargas is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Jose A. Vargas?
90.9% of students at Jose A. Vargas qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 330
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 30
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 90.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Isabela Municipio
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 46.7%
- Phone
- (787) 830-0260
Resources & Links
District
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION- District Enrollment
- 240,910
- Schools in District
- 858
- District Rank
- #515 of 842
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