Excellent
#69 of 842 schools in PR
Top 8% in state
Jose De Diego Las Piedras
Elementary School · PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
PO BOX 1296, Las Piedras, PR 00771
Enrollment
239
Student-Teacher
11.4:1
Score
8.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
239
Student-Teacher
11.4:1
Score
8.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Puerto Rico schools
#69 of 842
In Las Piedras
#1 of 8
public schools
In district
#69 of 842
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
School environment
9.3 / 10
Excellent
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Jose De Diego Las Piedras
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About Jose De Diego Las Piedras
Jose De Diego Las Piedras is a public elementary school in Las Piedras, PR, part of PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION. Jose De Diego Las Piedras serves approximately 239 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 11.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Jose De Diego Las Piedras has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.8 out of 10 and ranks #69 of 842 schools in PR.
Structured state assessment records for Jose De Diego Las Piedras show 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
- This school 8.8 · Excellent
- District avg 7.0
- PR avg 7.0
Score Breakdown
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Jose De Diego Las Piedras — Students at Jose De Diego Las Piedras score 60% 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
↑ ImprovingAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.7/10.
How Jose De Diego Las Piedras Compares
See how Jose De Diego Las Piedras performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
PO BOX 1296, Las Piedras, PR 00771
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Jose De Diego Las Piedras may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. MANUEL ORTIZ (rated 8.9/10, 4.0 miles away, in nearby Yabucoa), with a very similar rating. Another option is LUZ A. CRUZ DE SANTANA (rated 8.5/10, 3.8 miles away, in nearby Humacao), with a comparable rating. Additionally, JESUS T. SANABRIA CRUZ (rated 8.3/10, 3.1 miles away, in nearby Yabucoa), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Las Piedras, see our Las Piedras schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| SANTIAGO TORRES Las Piedras | 2.2 mi | 4.1 |
| PEDRO RIVERA MOLINA Juncos | 2.5 mi | 5.4 |
| LEONCIO MELENDEZ Las Piedras | 2.8 mi | 3.8 |
| RAMON POWER Y GIRALT LAS PIEDRAS Las Piedras | 3.0 mi | 6.3 |
| JESUS T. SANABRIA CRUZ Yabucoa | 3.1 mi | 8.3 |
| CARMEN BENITEZ Las Piedras | 3.1 mi | 6.4 |
| FLORENCIA GARCIA Las Piedras | 3.2 mi | 5.2 |
| ANTONIO ROSA GUZMAN Humacao | 3.5 mi | 4.5 |
| PETRA MERCADO BOUGART Humacao | 3.5 mi | 6.1 |
| MIGUEL HERNANDEZ AGOSTO Las Piedras | 3.7 mi | 7.7 |
| LUZ A. CRUZ DE SANTANA Humacao | 3.8 mi | 8.5 |
| MANUEL ORTIZ Yabucoa | 4.0 mi | 8.9 |
| CARLOS ZAYAS San Lorenzo | 3.9 mi | 4.5 |
| CARMEN PILAR SANTOS Humacao | 4.2 mi | 5.1 |
| CARLOS RIVERA UFRET Humacao | 4.3 mi | 3.1 |
| CRISTOBAL DEL CAMPO Yabucoa | 4.7 mi | 7.8 |
| LUIS MUNOZ MARIN YABUCOA Yabucoa | 4.8 mi | 3.7 |
| RUFINO VIGO Humacao | 4.6 mi | 7.1 |
| PEDRO BOSCH Juncos | 4.9 mi | 3.0 |
| ANITA OTERO HERNANDEZ Humacao | 4.7 mi | 7.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 00771 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$25,662
Median Home Value
$120,700
Median Rent
$493/mo
Population
35,165
College Educated
28.9%
Homeownership
77.1%
Avg Commute
30.1 min
Poverty Rate
37.9%
Median Age
42.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ANTONIO GEIGEL PAREDES Isabela, PR | 8.8 |
| JOAQUIN PARRILLA Patillas, PR | 8.8 |
| ROSA C. BENITEZ Caguas, PR | 8.8 |
| ADALBERTO SANCHEZ MORALES Arroyo, PR | 8.9 |
| BENIGNO CARRION Cayey, PR | 8.9 |
| HERMINIO ARZOLA EMMANUELLI Guayanilla, PR | 8.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Jose De Diego Las Piedras
What grades does Jose De Diego Las Piedras serve?
Jose De Diego Las Piedras serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Jose De Diego Las Piedras?
Jose De Diego Las Piedras has an enrollment of approximately 239 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Jose De Diego Las Piedras?
The student-teacher ratio at Jose De Diego Las Piedras is 11.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Jose De Diego Las Piedras rank in PR?
Jose De Diego Las Piedras ranks #69 of 842 schools in PR.
What is Jose De Diego Las Piedras's MySchoolScout rating?
Jose De Diego Las Piedras has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.8 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 De Diego Las Piedras?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Jose De Diego Las Piedras has 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
Is Jose De Diego Las Piedras a charter school?
No, Jose De Diego Las Piedras is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Jose De Diego Las Piedras a Title I school?
No, Jose De Diego Las Piedras is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Jose De Diego Las Piedras?
90.8% of students at Jose De Diego Las Piedras 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
- 4 Car-Dependent
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 239
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 21
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 90.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Las Piedras Municipio
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 2.1%
- Phone
- (787) 733-8777
Resources & Links
District
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION- District Enrollment
- 240,910
- Schools in District
- 858
- District Rank
- #69 of 842
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