Average
#334 of 842 schools in PR
Top 40% in state
Jose Pagan De Jesus
Elementary School · PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
PO BOX 1046, Vega Alta, PR 00692
Enrollment
375
Student-Teacher
11:1
Score
6.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
375
Student-Teacher
11:1
Score
6.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Puerto Rico schools
#334 of 842
In Vega Alta
#5 of 10
public schools
In district
#334 of 842
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
Academic growth
7.5 / 10
Very Good
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About Jose Pagan De Jesus
Jose Pagan De Jesus is a public elementary school in Vega Alta, PR, part of PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION. Jose Pagan De Jesus serves approximately 375 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 11:1 student-teacher ratio. Jose Pagan De Jesus has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and ranks #334 of 842 schools in PR.
Structured state assessment records for Jose Pagan De Jesus show 20% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2018) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2018).
- This school 6.9 · Average
- District avg 7.0
- PR avg 7.0
Score Breakdown
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Jose Pagan De Jesus — Students at Jose Pagan De Jesus score 30% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
91.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores PR EDFACTS (2017-18)
Based on 14 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: 7.5/10.
How Jose Pagan De Jesus Compares
See how Jose Pagan De Jesus performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
PO BOX 1046, Vega Alta, PR 00692
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Jose Pagan De Jesus may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. IGNACIO MIRANDA (rated 9.4/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is RAFAEL HERNANDEZ VEGA ALTA (rated 9.3/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ANTONIO PAOLI VEGA ALTA (rated 8.7/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Vega Alta, see our Vega Alta schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| SUPERIOR ILEANA DE GRACIA Vega Alta | 1.4 mi | 5.7 |
| FRANCISCO FELICIE MARTINEZ Vega Alta | 1.8 mi | 3.5 |
| ELEMENTAL URBANA DE VEGA ALTA Vega Alta | 1.9 mi | 5.4 |
| APOLO SAN ANTONIO Vega Alta | 1.9 mi | 4.7 |
| IGNACIO MIRANDA Vega Alta | 2.1 mi | 9.4 |
| LADISLAO MARTINEZ Vega Alta | 2.2 mi | 5.4 |
| ANTONIO PAOLI VEGA ALTA Vega Alta | 2.3 mi | 8.7 |
| RAFAEL HERNANDEZ VEGA ALTA Vega Alta | 2.3 mi | 9.3 |
| ELEMENTAL ECOLOGICA JOSE DE DIEGO Dorado | 2.3 mi | 5.8 |
| LUISA M. VALDERRAMA Dorado | 2.8 mi | 5.6 |
| ALMIRANTE NORTE Vega Baja | 3.0 mi | 6.5 |
| ANGEL SANDIN MARTINEZ Vega Baja | 3.2 mi | 3.2 |
| ELISA DAVILA VAZQUEZ Vega Alta | 3.3 mi | 7.0 |
| LINO PADRO RIVERA Vega Baja | 3.3 mi | 5.6 |
| SAN VICENTE Vega Baja | 3.3 mi | 5.1 |
| BRIGIDA ALVAREZ RODRIGUEZ Vega Baja | 3.6 mi | 8.2 |
| JUAN QUIRINDONGO MORELL Vega Baja | 4.2 mi | 5.0 |
| AGAPITO ROSARIO ROSARIO Vega Baja | 4.4 mi | 7.5 |
| CENTRO DE ADIESTRAMIENTO Vega Baja | 4.6 mi | 4.1 |
| RICARDO ARROYO LARACUENTE Dorado | 4.7 mi | 3.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 00692 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$25,486
Median Home Value
$136,500
Median Rent
$667/mo
Population
32,717
College Educated
25.7%
Homeownership
68.3%
Avg Commute
32.6 min
Poverty Rate
40.6%
Median Age
41.7
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Jose Pagan De Jesus
What grades does Jose Pagan De Jesus serve?
Jose Pagan De Jesus serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Jose Pagan De Jesus?
Jose Pagan De Jesus has an enrollment of approximately 375 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Jose Pagan De Jesus?
The student-teacher ratio at Jose Pagan De Jesus is 11:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Jose Pagan De Jesus rank in PR?
Jose Pagan De Jesus ranks #334 of 842 schools in PR.
What is Jose Pagan De Jesus's MySchoolScout rating?
Jose Pagan De Jesus has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 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 Pagan De Jesus?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Jose Pagan De Jesus has 20% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2018) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2018).
Is Jose Pagan De Jesus a charter school?
No, Jose Pagan De Jesus is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Jose Pagan De Jesus a Title I school?
No, Jose Pagan De Jesus is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Jose Pagan De Jesus?
91.2% of students at Jose Pagan De Jesus 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
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 375
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 34
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 91.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Vega Alta Municipio
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 27.5%
- Phone
- (787) 898-2795
Resources & Links
District
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION- District Enrollment
- 240,910
- Schools in District
- 858
- District Rank
- #334 of 842
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