Excellent
#84 of 842 schools in PR
Top 10% in state
Josefita Monserrate De Selles
Elementary School · PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
PMB 263 UU-1 C/39, Bayamon, PR 00956
Enrollment
161
Student-Teacher
8.9:1
Score
8.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
161
Student-Teacher
8.9:1
Score
8.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Puerto Rico schools
#84 of 842
In Bayamon
#2 of 41
public schools
In district
#84 of 842
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
Academic growth
9.5 / 10
Excellent
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About Josefita Monserrate De Selles
Josefita Monserrate De Selles is a public elementary school in Bayamon, PR, part of PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION. Josefita Monserrate De Selles serves approximately 161 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 8.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Josefita Monserrate De Selles has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.7 out of 10 and ranks #84 of 842 schools in PR.
Structured state assessment records for Josefita Monserrate De Selles show 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
- This school 8.7 · Excellent
- District avg 7.0
- PR avg 7.0
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 161 students, Josefita Monserrate De Selles is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.
With a student-teacher ratio of 8.9:1, Josefita Monserrate De Selles 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.
Score Breakdown
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Josefita Monserrate De Selles — Students at Josefita Monserrate De Selles score 54% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
90.7%
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: 9.5/10.
How Josefita Monserrate De Selles Compares
See how Josefita Monserrate De Selles performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
PMB 263 UU-1 C/39, Bayamon, PR 00956
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Josefita Monserrate De Selles may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. MARIA E. BAS DE VAZQUEZ (rated 7.8/10, 0.5 miles away), with a comparable rating. Another option is CARLOS ORAMA PADILLA (rated 7.3/10, 1.2 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, RAFAEL COLON SALGADO (rated 7.3/10, 2.0 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Bayamon, see our Bayamon schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| TOMAS C. ONGAY Bayamon | 0.4 mi | 4.7 |
| MARIANO FELIU BALSEIRO Bayamon | 0.4 mi | 3.3 |
| INES MARIA MENDOZA DE MUNOZ MARIN BAYAMON Bayamon | 0.5 mi | 5.7 |
| MARIA E. BAS DE VAZQUEZ Bayamon | 0.5 mi | 7.8 |
| DR. JOSE PADIN BAYAMON Bayamon | 0.6 mi | 4.6 |
| CRISTOBAL COLON Bayamon | 0.7 mi | 6.8 |
| MIGUEL DE CERVANTES SAAVEDRA Bayamon | 0.8 mi | 4.4 |
| LUIS PALES MATOS Bayamon | 0.8 mi | 5.2 |
| CARMEN GOMEZ TEJERA BAYAMON Bayamon | 0.8 mi | 5.0 |
| DR. JOSE ANTONIO DAVILA Bayamon | 1.1 mi | 5.5 |
| SANTA ROSA III Guaynabo | 1.1 mi | 6.5 |
| CARLOS ORAMA PADILLA Bayamon | 1.2 mi | 7.3 |
| FAUSTINO SANTIAGO MONTALVO Bayamon | 1.4 mi | 5.3 |
| DR. AGUSTIN STAHL Bayamon | 1.5 mi | 5.0 |
| JESUS SANCHEZ ERAZO Bayamon | 1.6 mi | 3.0 |
| BERNARDO HUYKE Bayamon | 1.7 mi | 6.0 |
| PEDRO P. CASABLANCA Bayamon | 1.7 mi | 4.2 |
| DR. HIRAM GONZALEZ Bayamon | 1.8 mi | 7.2 |
| JUAN MOREL CAMPOS BAYAMON Bayamon | 1.9 mi | 6.9 |
| RAFAEL COLON SALGADO Bayamon | 2.0 mi | 7.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 00956 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$28,674
Median Home Value
$134,800
Median Rent
$645/mo
Population
67,050
College Educated
28.9%
Homeownership
69.9%
Avg Commute
30.7 min
Poverty Rate
37.3%
Median Age
43.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ANTONIO VAZQUEZ RAMOS Barranquitas, PR | 8.7 |
| ANTONIO VELEZ ALVARADO Manati, PR | 8.7 |
| BONIFACIO ALVARADO Orocovis, PR | 8.7 |
| JUSTINA VAZQUEZ MENDOZA Caguas, PR | 8.7 |
| ABRAHAM LINCOLN PONCE Ponce, PR | 8.6 |
| ALEJANDRINA RIOS BANABE Luquillo, PR | 8.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Josefita Monserrate De Selles
What grades does Josefita Monserrate De Selles serve?
Josefita Monserrate De Selles serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Josefita Monserrate De Selles?
Josefita Monserrate De Selles has an enrollment of approximately 161 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Josefita Monserrate De Selles?
The student-teacher ratio at Josefita Monserrate De Selles is 8.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Josefita Monserrate De Selles rank in PR?
Josefita Monserrate De Selles ranks #84 of 842 schools in PR.
What is Josefita Monserrate De Selles's MySchoolScout rating?
Josefita Monserrate De Selles has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.7 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 Josefita Monserrate De Selles?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Josefita Monserrate De Selles has 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
Is Josefita Monserrate De Selles a charter school?
No, Josefita Monserrate De Selles is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Josefita Monserrate De Selles a Title I school?
No, Josefita Monserrate De Selles is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Josefita Monserrate De Selles?
90.7% of students at Josefita Monserrate De Selles qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
- Walk Score
- 77 Very Walkable
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 161
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 18
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 90.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Bayamón Municipio
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 22.4%
- Phone
- (787) 785-2238
Resources & Links
District
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION- District Enrollment
- 240,910
- Schools in District
- 858
- District Rank
- #84 of 842
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