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#57 of 842 schools in PR

Top 7% in state

Jose M. Del Valle

Elementary School · PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION

PO BOX 1311, Toa Alta, PR 00953

Enrollment

226

Student-Teacher

10.3:1

Score

9.0

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Puerto Rico schools

#57 of 842

In Toa Alta

#1 of 10

public schools

In district

#57 of 842

PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION

Academic performance

9.3 / 10

Excellent

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Jose M. Del Valle

9.0/10

Elementary School in Toa Alta · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Jose M. Del Valle

Jose M. Del Valle is a public elementary school in Toa Alta, PR, part of PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION. Jose M.

Del Valle serves approximately 226 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 10.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Jose M. Del Valle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.0 out of 10 and ranks #57 of 842 schools in PR.

Structured state assessment records for Jose M. Del Valle show 71% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 71% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).

How it compares2.0 pts above district
  • This school 9.0 · Excellent
  • District avg 7.0
  • PR avg 7.0

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.1Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data9
Annual Change+3.44 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2018
TrendImproving
Academics9.3Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency72% (2018 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency72% (2018 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency72% (2018 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)38% (model expectation from 2018 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+34.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile89th
Resources & Environment8.4Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.3:1
Chronic Absenteeism15.5%

Jose M. Del Valle — Students at Jose M. Del Valle score 72% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

91.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores PR EDFACTS (2017-18)

Math Proficiency 71.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2018)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 70.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2018)
School
State
N/A

Based on 18 test records from PR state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↑ Improving

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
37%
ELA
52%
2011
Math
57%
ELA
52%
2012
Math
72%
ELA
72%
2013
Math
67%
ELA
82%
2014
Math
87%
ELA
87%
2015
Math
87%
ELA
72%
2016
Math
72%
ELA
62%
2017
Math
92%
ELA
87%
2018
Math
72%
ELA
72%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.1/10.

How Jose M. Del Valle Compares

See how Jose M. Del Valle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
9.0/10
93th percentile in PR
Academic
9.3/10
Excellent
Growth
9.1/10
Excellent
Environment
8.4/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
91%
Teaching Staff
10:1 student-teacher ratio
22 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
15.5%

Location

PO BOX 1311, Toa Alta, PR 00953

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Jose M. Del Valle may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. MARIA J. CORREDOR RIVERA (rated 9.3/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Toa Baja), which scores slightly higher. Another option is VIRGILIO DAVILA (rated 8.6/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Bayamon), with a comparable rating. Additionally, ERNESTINA BRACERO (rated 8.2/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Toa Baja), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Toa Alta, see our Toa Alta schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.8 mi
School Distance Rating
MARTIN GARCIA GIUSTI Toa Baja 1.0 mi 5.0
TOMAS (MASO) RIVERA MORALES Toa Alta 1.0 mi 4.1
MANUEL VELILLA Toa Alta 1.2 mi 4.7
MARIA J. CORREDOR RIVERA Toa Baja 1.4 mi 9.3
MARIA C. OSORIO Toa Alta 1.6 mi 7.7
ABELARDO DIAZ ALFARO Toa Alta 1.7 mi 7.2
ADELA ROLON FUENTES Toa Alta 1.8 mi 5.7
FRANCISCO MANRIQUE CABRERA Bayamon 2.0 mi 5.5
PABLO CASALS Bayamon 2.0 mi 7.5
ERNESTINA BRACERO Toa Baja 2.1 mi 8.2
ELEMENTAL REXVILLE Bayamon 2.0 mi 8.2
VIOLANTA JIMENEZ Toa Alta 2.0 mi 7.9
NICOLAS SEVILLA Toa Alta 2.1 mi 6.5
JOSE PABLO MORALES Toa Alta 2.1 mi 4.1
VIRGILIO DAVILA Bayamon 2.3 mi 8.6
JUAN RAMON JIMENEZ BAYAMON Bayamon 2.5 mi 4.1
EPIFANIO FERNANDEZ VANGA Bayamon 2.5 mi 8.0
JOSE NEVAREZ LOPEZ Toa Baja 2.7 mi 7.2
ACADEMIA DE CIENCIAS Y TECNOLOGIA ALIANZA Dorado 2.7 mi
ALTINENCIA VALLE Toa Baja 2.8 mi 6.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 00953 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$33,888

Median Home Value

$154,600

Median Rent

$752/mo

Population

66,475

College Educated

28.6%

Homeownership

81.7%

Avg Commute

39 min

Poverty Rate

33.2%

Median Age

41.4

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Jose M. Del Valle

What grades does Jose M. Del Valle serve?

Jose M. Del Valle serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Jose M. Del Valle?

Jose M. Del Valle has an enrollment of approximately 226 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Jose M. Del Valle?

The student-teacher ratio at Jose M. Del Valle 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 M. Del Valle rank in PR?

Jose M. Del Valle ranks #57 of 842 schools in PR.

What is Jose M. Del Valle's MySchoolScout rating?

Jose M. Del Valle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.0 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 M. Del Valle?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Jose M. Del Valle has 71% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 71% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).

Is Jose M. Del Valle a charter school?

No, Jose M. Del Valle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Jose M. Del Valle a Title I school?

No, Jose M. Del Valle is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Jose M. Del Valle?

91.2% of students at Jose M. Del Valle qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
13 Car-Dependent

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
226
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
22
Free/Reduced Lunch
91.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Toa Alta Municipio
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
15.5%

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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