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#514 of 842 schools in PR
Jose M Espada Zayas
Elementary School · PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
PO BOX 358, Coamo, PR 00769
Enrollment
209
Student-Teacher
9.1:1
Score
5.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
209
Student-Teacher
9.1:1
Score
5.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Puerto Rico schools
#514 of 842
In Coamo
#9 of 12
public schools
In district
#514 of 842
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
Academic performance
9.6 / 10
Excellent
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About Jose M Espada Zayas
Jose M Espada Zayas is a public elementary school in Coamo, PR, part of PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION. Jose M Espada Zayas serves approximately 209 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 9.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Jose M Espada Zayas has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #514 of 842 schools in PR.
Structured state assessment records for Jose M Espada Zayas show 70% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 79% 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
With a student-teacher ratio of 9.1:1, Jose M Espada Zayas offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.
The chronic absenteeism rate at Jose M Espada Zayas was 37% 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 M Espada Zayas — Students at Jose M Espada Zayas score 82% proficient, which is above 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: 3.0/10.
How Jose M Espada Zayas Compares
See how Jose M Espada Zayas performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
PO BOX 358, Coamo, PR 00769
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Jose M Espada Zayas may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. JOSE RAMON RODRIGUEZ (rated 9.0/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ANA VALLDEJULY (rated 8.8/10, 7.2 miles away, in nearby Santa Isabel), which scores notably higher. Additionally, MARTIN G. BRUMBAUGH (rated 8.1/10, 7.7 miles away, in nearby Santa Isabel), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Coamo, see our Coamo schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 8.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| RAMON JOSE DAVILA Coamo | 0.2 mi | 6.0 |
| JOSE FELIPE ZAYAS Coamo | 0.4 mi | 5.4 |
| FLORENCIO SANTIAGO Coamo | 0.5 mi | 7.6 |
| BENJAMIN FRANKLIN Coamo | 0.6 mi | 3.8 |
| PURIFICACION RODRIGUEZ Coamo | 0.6 mi | 8.0 |
| JOSE RAMON RODRIGUEZ Coamo | 0.8 mi | 9.0 |
| HERMINIO W. SANTAELLA Coamo | 2.1 mi | 7.0 |
| SUSANA RIVERA Coamo | 2.6 mi | 6.8 |
| ROMAN COLON CORREA Coamo | 4.3 mi | 7.1 |
| EUGENIO NAZARIO SOTO Coamo | 4.3 mi | 7.7 |
| SABINO RIVERA BERRIOS Coamo | 5.9 mi | 4.2 |
| JOSE CELSO BARBOSA Aibonito | 6.3 mi | 6.8 |
| ANA VALLDEJULY Santa Isabel | 7.2 mi | 8.8 |
| MARTIN G. BRUMBAUGH Santa Isabel | 7.7 mi | 8.1 |
| PEDRO MELENDEZ SANTIAGO Santa Isabel | 7.6 mi | 7.9 |
| MANUEL MARTIN MONSERRATE Santa Isabel | 7.8 mi | 4.5 |
| DRA. CARMEN DELIA COLON MARTINEZ Aibonito | 7.8 mi | 6.2 |
| RAFAEL PONT FLORES Aibonito | 7.8 mi | 8.2 |
| ELVIRA M. COLON Santa Isabel | 8.2 mi | 4.7 |
| FEDERICO DEGETAU Barranquitas | 8.3 mi | 4.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 00769 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$20,514
Median Home Value
$103,600
Median Rent
$518/mo
Population
33,953
College Educated
22.8%
Homeownership
76%
Avg Commute
25.3 min
Poverty Rate
52.3%
Median Age
45.3
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| FRANCISCO PACHIN MARIN Arecibo, PR | 5.8 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Jose M Espada Zayas
What grades does Jose M Espada Zayas serve?
Jose M Espada Zayas serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Jose M Espada Zayas?
Jose M Espada Zayas has an enrollment of approximately 209 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Jose M Espada Zayas?
The student-teacher ratio at Jose M Espada Zayas is 9.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Jose M Espada Zayas rank in PR?
Jose M Espada Zayas ranks #514 of 842 schools in PR.
What is Jose M Espada Zayas's MySchoolScout rating?
Jose M Espada Zayas 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 M Espada Zayas?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Jose M Espada Zayas has 70% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 79% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
Is Jose M Espada Zayas a charter school?
No, Jose M Espada Zayas is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Jose M Espada Zayas a Title I school?
No, Jose M Espada Zayas is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Jose M Espada Zayas?
90.9% of students at Jose M Espada Zayas 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 – 5th
- Enrollment
- 209
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 23
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 90.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Town
- County
- Coamo Municipio
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 36.8%
- Phone
- (787) 825-1435
Resources & Links
District
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION- District Enrollment
- 240,910
- Schools in District
- 858
- District Rank
- #514 of 842
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