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#516 of 842 schools in PR
Jose Horacio Cora
Middle School · PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
PO BOX 847, Arroyo, PR 00714
Enrollment
185
Student-Teacher
10.3:1
Score
5.7
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
185
Student-Teacher
10.3:1
Score
5.7
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Puerto Rico schools
#516 of 842
In Arroyo
#3 of 6
public schools
In district
#516 of 842
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
School environment
7.4 / 10
Very Good
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About Jose Horacio Cora
Jose Horacio Cora is a public middle school in Arroyo, PR, part of PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION. Jose Horacio Cora serves approximately 185 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 10.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Jose Horacio Cora has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #516 of 842 schools in PR.
Structured state assessment records for Jose Horacio Cora show 3% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
- This school 5.7 · Average
- District avg 4.7
- PR avg 4.7
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 185 students, Jose Horacio Cora 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.
While current test scores at Jose Horacio Cora are below average, the school shows strong growth metrics — meaning students are making above-average progress year over year. This upward trajectory can be a positive indicator for families who value a school's ability to help students improve, even if absolute scores haven't caught up yet.
Score Breakdown
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Jose Horacio Cora — Students at Jose Horacio Cora score 20% proficient, which is below 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: 6.6/10.
How Jose Horacio Cora Compares
See how Jose Horacio Cora performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
PO BOX 847, Arroyo, PR 00714
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Jose Horacio Cora may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. CARMEN BOZELLO DE HUYKE (rated 9.4/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is GENARO CAUTINO (rated 9.1/10, 3.8 miles away, in nearby Guayama), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ADALBERTO SANCHEZ MORALES (rated 8.9/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Arroyo, see our Arroyo schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ADALBERTO SANCHEZ MORALES Arroyo | 0.2 mi | 8.9 |
| DOLORES GONZALEZ Arroyo | 1.4 mi | 5.3 |
| JOSE M. MASSARI Arroyo | 1.5 mi | 5.3 |
| SUPERIOR URBANA DE ARROYO Arroyo | 1.5 mi | 4.2 |
| CARMEN BOZELLO DE HUYKE Arroyo | 1.8 mi | 9.4 |
| JOAQUIN PARRILLA Patillas | 2.0 mi | 8.8 |
| MARIA DAVILA SEMIDEY Patillas | 2.7 mi | 7.3 |
| JOSEFINA MUNOZ DE BERNIER Patillas | 2.7 mi | 5.2 |
| DRA. MARIA SOCORRO LACOT Guayama | 3.0 mi | 8.0 |
| CECILIO LEBRON RAMOS Patillas | 3.0 mi | 8.1 |
| RAFAELINA E. LEBRON FLORES Patillas | 3.0 mi | 5.9 |
| FRANCISCO GARCIA BOYRIE Guayama | 3.1 mi | 6.1 |
| VICENTE PALES ANES Guayama | 3.7 mi | 7.4 |
| RAFAEL ANTONIO DELGADO MATEO Guayama | 3.8 mi | 7.5 |
| GENARO CAUTINO Guayama | 3.8 mi | 9.1 |
| GUILLERMO RIEFKOHL Patillas | 4.0 mi | 6.5 |
| WASHINGTON I Guayama | 4.0 mi | 8.2 |
| DR. RAFAEL LOPEZ LANDRON Guayama | 4.2 mi | 3.5 |
| SIMON MADERA Guayama | 4.3 mi | 7.4 |
| JUAN ALEMANY SILVA Guayama | 4.7 mi | 7.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 00714 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$18,931
Median Home Value
$95,200
Median Rent
$466/mo
Population
15,573
College Educated
26.6%
Homeownership
76.8%
Avg Commute
26.8 min
Poverty Rate
54.4%
Median Age
42.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| DR. RAFAEL PUJALS Ponce, PR | 5.8 |
| ELVIRA VICENTE Yauco, PR | 5.8 |
| ANDRES VALCARCEL Trujillo Alto, PR | 5.5 |
| MANUEL GONZALEZ PATO Ponce, PR | 5.9 |
| JOSE SANTOS QUINONES Canovanas, PR | 6.1 |
| DR. PEDRO ALBIZU CAMPOS AGUAS BUENAS Aguas Buenas, PR | 6.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Jose Horacio Cora
What grades does Jose Horacio Cora serve?
Jose Horacio Cora serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Jose Horacio Cora?
Jose Horacio Cora has an enrollment of approximately 185 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Jose Horacio Cora?
The student-teacher ratio at Jose Horacio Cora is 10.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Jose Horacio Cora rank in PR?
Jose Horacio Cora ranks #516 of 842 schools in PR.
What is Jose Horacio Cora's MySchoolScout rating?
Jose Horacio Cora 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 Horacio Cora?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Jose Horacio Cora has 3% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
Is Jose Horacio Cora a charter school?
No, Jose Horacio Cora is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Jose Horacio Cora a Title I school?
No, Jose Horacio Cora is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Jose Horacio Cora?
90.8% of students at Jose Horacio Cora 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
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 185
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 18
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 90.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small Suburb
- County
- Arroyo Municipio
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 27.6%
- Phone
- (787) 839-4030
Resources & Links
District
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION- District Enrollment
- 240,910
- Schools in District
- 858
- District Rank
- #516 of 842
How We Rate Schools
Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academics, and learning environment — plus college readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, with growth counting most in elementary and middle grades. Equity data is shown for context but is not factored into the score. Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.
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