Below Average
#706 of 842 schools in PR
Jose Onofre Torres
Middle School · PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
PO BOX 48, Yauco, PR 00698
Enrollment
251
Student-Teacher
12.6:1
Score
4.5
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
251
Student-Teacher
12.6:1
Score
4.5
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Puerto Rico schools
#706 of 842
In Yauco
#14 of 15
public schools
In district
#706 of 842
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
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About Jose Onofre Torres
Jose Onofre Torres is a public middle school in Yauco, PR, part of PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION. Jose Onofre Torres serves approximately 251 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 12.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Jose Onofre Torres has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10 and ranks #706 of 842 schools in PR.
Structured state assessment records for Jose Onofre Torres show 8% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
- This school 4.5 · Below Average
- District avg 4.7
- PR avg 4.7
What Parents Should Know
The chronic absenteeism rate at Jose Onofre Torres was 54% 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 Onofre Torres — Students at Jose Onofre Torres score 24% 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: 4.7/10.
How Jose Onofre Torres Compares
See how Jose Onofre Torres performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
PO BOX 48, Yauco, PR 00698
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Jose Onofre Torres may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. BENICIA VELEZ (rated 9.4/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is INES MARIA MENDOZA YAUCO (rated 9.3/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ERNESTO RAMOS ANTONINI YAUCO (rated 9.3/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Yauco, see our Yauco schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| SUPERIOR OCUPACIONAL Y TECNICA DE YAUCO Yauco | 0.2 mi | 6.0 |
| ARTURO LLUBERAS Yauco | 0.3 mi | 8.6 |
| LOAIZA CORDERO DEL ROSARIO Yauco | 0.6 mi | 6.2 |
| INES MARIA MENDOZA YAUCO Yauco | 0.7 mi | 9.3 |
| ELVIRA VICENTE Yauco | 0.9 mi | 5.8 |
| LUIS MUNOZ RIVERA YAUCO Yauco | 0.9 mi | 7.7 |
| ERNESTO RAMOS ANTONINI YAUCO Yauco | 0.9 mi | 9.3 |
| SANTIAGO NEGRONI Yauco | 0.9 mi | 8.0 |
| BENICIA VELEZ Yauco | 1.0 mi | 9.4 |
| LUIS A. FERRE AGUAYO Yauco | 1.8 mi | 7.1 |
| MAGUEYES II Guanica | 1.9 mi | 5.3 |
| PROFESORA LUISA MONSEGUR VELEZ Yauco | 2.1 mi | 9.3 |
| ALMACIGO ALTO II Yauco | 2.1 mi | 8.2 |
| LUIS MUNOZ RIVERA GUANICA Guanica | 3.5 mi | 8.9 |
| JAIME CASTANER Yauco | 3.8 mi | 6.2 |
| HERMINIO ARZOLA EMMANUELLI Guayanilla | 3.9 mi | 8.9 |
| ASUNCION RODRIGUEZ DE SALA Guayanilla | 4.0 mi | 5.9 |
| HIPOLITO GARCIA BORRERO Guayanilla | 4.3 mi | 5.5 |
| DALILA TORRES Guayanilla | 4.6 mi | 6.7 |
| ARISTIDES CALES QUIROS Guayanilla | 4.7 mi | 5.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 00698 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$21,921
Median Home Value
$99,100
Median Rent
$521/mo
Population
32,945
College Educated
27.2%
Homeownership
74%
Avg Commute
20 min
Poverty Rate
44.8%
Median Age
46.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ERNESTO RAMOS ANTONINI SAN JUAN San Juan, PR | 4.5 |
| ANTONIO S PEDREIRA - PRETECNICA Caguas, PR | 4.6 |
| CARMEN FELICIANO CARRERA Rio Grande, PR | 4.4 |
| JUAN E. MIRANDA Guaynabo, PR | 4.6 |
| LEONARDO VALENTIN TIRADO Florida, PR | 4.6 |
| RVDO. FELIX CASTRO RODRIGUEZ Carolina, PR | 4.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Jose Onofre Torres
What grades does Jose Onofre Torres serve?
Jose Onofre Torres serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Jose Onofre Torres?
Jose Onofre Torres has an enrollment of approximately 251 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Jose Onofre Torres?
The student-teacher ratio at Jose Onofre Torres is 12.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Jose Onofre Torres rank in PR?
Jose Onofre Torres ranks #706 of 842 schools in PR.
What is Jose Onofre Torres's MySchoolScout rating?
Jose Onofre Torres has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 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 Onofre Torres?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Jose Onofre Torres has 8% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
Is Jose Onofre Torres a charter school?
No, Jose Onofre Torres is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Jose Onofre Torres a Title I school?
No, Jose Onofre Torres is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Jose Onofre Torres?
90.8% of students at Jose Onofre Torres 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
- 251
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 20
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 90.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small Suburb
- County
- Yauco Municipio
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 53.8%
- Phone
- (787) 856-7338
Resources & Links
District
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION- District Enrollment
- 240,910
- Schools in District
- 858
- District Rank
- #706 of 842
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