Average
#420 of 842 schools in PR
Top 50% in state
Jose Santos Alegria
High School · PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
PO BOX 729, Dorado, PR 00646
Enrollment
677
Student-Teacher
12.5:1
Score
6.3
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
677
Student-Teacher
12.5:1
Score
6.3
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Puerto Rico schools
#420 of 842
In Dorado
#1 of 5
public schools
In district
#420 of 842
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
School environment
9.1 / 10
Excellent
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About Jose Santos Alegria
Jose Santos Alegria is a public high school in Dorado, PR, part of PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION. Jose Santos Alegria serves approximately 677 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 12.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Jose Santos Alegria has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #420 of 842 schools in PR.
Structured state assessment records for Jose Santos Alegria show 2% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
- This school 6.3 · Average
- District avg 5.7
- PR avg 5.7
Score Breakdown
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Jose Santos Alegria — Students at Jose Santos Alegria score 17% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
91.1%
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: 5.3/10.
How Jose Santos Alegria Compares
See how Jose Santos Alegria performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
PO BOX 729, Dorado, PR 00646
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Jose Santos Alegria may also want to explore other high schools in the area. NICOLAS SEVILLA (rated 6.5/10, 5.1 miles away, in nearby Toa Alta), with a very similar rating. Another option is ADOLFINA IRIZARRY DE PUIG (rated 6.3/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Toa Baja), with a very similar rating. Additionally, LADISLAO MARTINEZ (rated 5.4/10, 5.3 miles away, in nearby Vega Alta), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Dorado, see our Dorado schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| RICARDO ARROYO LARACUENTE Dorado | 0.0 mi | 3.1 |
| JACINTO LOPEZ MARTINEZ Toa Baja | 0.4 mi | 6.5 |
| LUIS M. SANTIAGO Toa Baja | 1.8 mi | 3.9 |
| ADOLFINA IRIZARRY DE PUIG Toa Baja | 1.8 mi | 6.3 |
| LUISA M. VALDERRAMA Dorado | 2.0 mi | 5.6 |
| JOSE ROBLES OTERO Toa Baja | 2.8 mi | 8.2 |
| ELEMENTAL ECOLOGICA JOSE DE DIEGO Dorado | 3.0 mi | 5.8 |
| ALTINENCIA VALLE Toa Baja | 3.5 mi | 6.2 |
| JOSE NEVAREZ LOPEZ Toa Baja | 4.2 mi | 7.2 |
| RAFAEL HERNANDEZ VEGA ALTA Vega Alta | 4.2 mi | 9.3 |
| CRISTOBAL SANTANA MELECIO Dorado | 4.6 mi | 6.2 |
| FRANCISCO FELICIE MARTINEZ Vega Alta | 4.5 mi | 3.5 |
| ANTONIO PAOLI VEGA ALTA Vega Alta | 4.8 mi | 8.7 |
| JOSE PAGAN DE JESUS Vega Alta | 4.7 mi | 6.9 |
| ERNESTINA BRACERO Toa Baja | 4.9 mi | 8.2 |
| NICOLAS SEVILLA Toa Alta | 5.1 mi | 6.5 |
| ELISA DAVILA VAZQUEZ Vega Alta | 5.0 mi | 7.0 |
| JOSE PABLO MORALES Toa Alta | 5.1 mi | 4.1 |
| VIOLANTA JIMENEZ Toa Alta | 5.1 mi | 7.9 |
| LADISLAO MARTINEZ Vega Alta | 5.3 mi | 5.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 00646 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$33,184
Median Home Value
$156,900
Median Rent
$688/mo
Population
36,099
College Educated
36.1%
Homeownership
79.1%
Avg Commute
34 min
Poverty Rate
29.4%
Median Age
42.6
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| RAMON POWER Y GIRALT LAS PIEDRAS Las Piedras, PR | 6.3 |
| CRISTINA (AMADA) MARTINEZ MARTINEZ Villalba, PR | 6.2 |
| DR PEDRO PEREA FAJARDO Mayaguez, PR | 6.2 |
| INES MARIA MENDOZA DE MUNOZ MARIN CABO ROJO Cabo Rojo, PR | 6.4 |
| SEGUNDO RUIZ BELVIS HORMIGUEROS Hormigueros, PR | 6.4 |
| ANTONIO FERNOS ISERN San Lorenzo, PR | 6.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Jose Santos Alegria
What grades does Jose Santos Alegria serve?
Jose Santos Alegria serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Jose Santos Alegria?
Jose Santos Alegria has an enrollment of approximately 677 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Jose Santos Alegria?
The student-teacher ratio at Jose Santos Alegria is 12.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Jose Santos Alegria rank in PR?
Jose Santos Alegria ranks #420 of 842 schools in PR.
What is Jose Santos Alegria's MySchoolScout rating?
Jose Santos Alegria has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 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 Santos Alegria?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Jose Santos Alegria has 2% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
Is Jose Santos Alegria a charter school?
No, Jose Santos Alegria is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Jose Santos Alegria a Title I school?
No, Jose Santos Alegria is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Jose Santos Alegria?
91.1% of students at Jose Santos Alegria 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
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 677
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 54
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 91.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Dorado Municipio
- Phone
- (787) 796-1520
- 4-Year Graduation
- 61.0%
Resources & Links
District
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION- District Enrollment
- 240,910
- Schools in District
- 858
- District Rank
- #420 of 842
How We Rate Schools
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