Average
#400 of 842 schools in PR
Top 47% in state
Josefina Sitiriche
Elementary School · PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
PO BOX 38, Gurabo, PR 00778
Enrollment
225
Student-Teacher
8:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
225
Student-Teacher
8:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Puerto Rico schools
#400 of 842
In Gurabo
#3 of 6
public schools
In district
#400 of 842
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
Academic performance
7.6 / 10
Very Good
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About Josefina Sitiriche
Josefina Sitiriche is a public elementary school in Gurabo, PR, part of PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION. Josefina Sitiriche serves approximately 225 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 8:1 student-teacher ratio. Josefina Sitiriche has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #400 of 842 schools in PR.
Structured state assessment records for Josefina Sitiriche show 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
- This school 6.5 · Average
- District avg 7.0
- PR avg 7.0
What Parents Should Know
With a student-teacher ratio of 8:1, Josefina Sitiriche 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 Josefina Sitiriche was 55% 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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Josefina Sitiriche — Students at Josefina Sitiriche score 47% proficient, which is above 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
↑ ImprovingAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.5/10.
How Josefina Sitiriche Compares
See how Josefina Sitiriche performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
PO BOX 38, Gurabo, PR 00778
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Josefina Sitiriche may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. JESUS MANUEL SUAREZ (rated 9.4/10, 4.5 miles away, in nearby Carolina), which scores notably higher. Another option is JESUS T. PINERO CAROLINA (rated 8.5/10, 4.8 miles away, in nearby Carolina), which scores notably higher. Additionally, BENITA GONZALEZ QUINONES (rated 8.3/10, 4.4 miles away, in nearby Caguas), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Gurabo, see our Gurabo schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| MATIAS GONZALEZ GARCIA Gurabo | 0.9 mi | 3.2 |
| MARGARITA RIVERA DE JANER Gurabo | 1.0 mi | 4.6 |
| DRA. CONCHITA CUEVAS Gurabo | 1.3 mi | 5.9 |
| VILLA MARINA Gurabo | 1.3 mi | 6.5 |
| ROBERTO SILVA MORALES Juncos | 3.3 mi | 7.6 |
| VIDAL SERRANO Gurabo | 3.6 mi | 6.8 |
| ABELARDO DIAZ MORALES Caguas | 3.9 mi | 4.7 |
| ALFONSO DIAZ LEBRON Juncos | 4.0 mi | 3.6 |
| CARMEN ARZUAGA DE RIVERA Juncos | 4.1 mi | 7.8 |
| JESUS MANUEL SUAREZ Carolina | 4.5 mi | 9.4 |
| ISABEL FLORES Juncos | 4.4 mi | 3.7 |
| FELIPE RIVERA CENTENO Caguas | 4.3 mi | 5.0 |
| MANUELA TORO MORICE Caguas | 4.4 mi | 5.9 |
| BENITA GONZALEZ QUINONES Caguas | 4.4 mi | 8.3 |
| JUANA SANCHEZ Juncos | 4.4 mi | 7.1 |
| ANTONIO FERNOS ISERN San Lorenzo | 4.6 mi | 6.5 |
| INES MARIA MENDOZA CAGUAS Caguas | 4.6 mi | 7.2 |
| SALVADOR BRAU Carolina | 4.8 mi | 4.3 |
| JESUS T. PINERO CAROLINA Carolina | 4.8 mi | 8.5 |
| JOSE MERCADO Caguas | 4.7 mi | 7.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 00778 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$39,564
Median Home Value
$160,200
Median Rent
$674/mo
Population
40,391
College Educated
33.9%
Homeownership
77.3%
Avg Commute
34.1 min
Poverty Rate
32%
Median Age
41.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ALEJANDRO TAPIA Y RIVERA SAN JUAN San Juan, PR | 6.5 |
| JACINTO LOPEZ MARTINEZ Toa Baja, PR | 6.5 |
| JULIAN MARRERO Corozal, PR | 6.5 |
| SANDALIO MARCANO Caguas, PR | 6.5 |
| SANTA ROSA III Guaynabo, PR | 6.5 |
| VILLA MARINA Gurabo, PR | 6.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Josefina Sitiriche
What grades does Josefina Sitiriche serve?
Josefina Sitiriche serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Josefina Sitiriche?
Josefina Sitiriche has an enrollment of approximately 225 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Josefina Sitiriche?
The student-teacher ratio at Josefina Sitiriche is 8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Josefina Sitiriche rank in PR?
Josefina Sitiriche ranks #400 of 842 schools in PR.
What is Josefina Sitiriche's MySchoolScout rating?
Josefina Sitiriche has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 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 Josefina Sitiriche?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Josefina Sitiriche has 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
Is Josefina Sitiriche a charter school?
No, Josefina Sitiriche is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Josefina Sitiriche a Title I school?
No, Josefina Sitiriche is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Josefina Sitiriche?
91.1% of students at Josefina Sitiriche 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 – 6th
- Enrollment
- 225
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 28
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 91.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Gurabo Municipio
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 54.7%
- Phone
- (787) 737-2626
Resources & Links
District
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION- District Enrollment
- 240,910
- Schools in District
- 858
- District Rank
- #400 of 842
How We Rate Schools
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