Very Good
#278 of 842 schools in PR
Top 33% in state
Juan Alemany Silva
Elementary School · PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
PO BOX 2244, Guayama, PR 00785
Enrollment
161
Student-Teacher
10.1:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
161
Student-Teacher
10.1:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Puerto Rico schools
#278 of 842
In Guayama
#8 of 11
public schools
In district
#278 of 842
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
School environment
8.1 / 10
Excellent
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About Juan Alemany Silva
Juan Alemany Silva is a public elementary school in Guayama, PR, part of PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION. Juan Alemany Silva serves approximately 161 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 10.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Juan Alemany Silva has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #278 of 842 schools in PR.
Structured state assessment records for Juan Alemany Silva show 23% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
- This school 7.3 · Very Good
- District avg 7.0
- PR avg 7.0
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 161 students, Juan Alemany Silva 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.
Located in a rural area, Juan Alemany Silva may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.
Score Breakdown
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Juan Alemany Silva — Students at Juan Alemany Silva score 32% proficient, which is below 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
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.0/10.
How Juan Alemany Silva Compares
See how Juan Alemany Silva 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 2244, Guayama, PR 00785
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Juan Alemany Silva may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. CARMEN BOZELLO DE HUYKE (rated 9.4/10, 5.7 miles away, in nearby Arroyo), which scores notably higher. Another option is ADALBERTO SANCHEZ MORALES (rated 8.9/10, 4.9 miles away, in nearby Arroyo), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ELEMENTAL EMERITA LEON (rated 8.3/10, 6.1 miles away, in nearby Cayey), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Guayama, see our Guayama schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 6.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| RAFAEL ANTONIO DELGADO MATEO Guayama | 2.3 mi | 7.5 |
| GENARO CAUTINO Guayama | 3.2 mi | 9.1 |
| VICENTE PALES ANES Guayama | 3.4 mi | 7.4 |
| WASHINGTON I Guayama | 3.7 mi | 8.2 |
| SIMON MADERA Guayama | 3.8 mi | 7.4 |
| DR. RAFAEL LOPEZ LANDRON Guayama | 4.0 mi | 3.5 |
| FRANCISCO GARCIA BOYRIE Guayama | 4.2 mi | 6.1 |
| OSCAR HERNANDEZ GUEVARA Guayama | 4.4 mi | 7.8 |
| DRA. MARIA SOCORRO LACOT Guayama | 4.5 mi | 8.0 |
| JOSE HORACIO CORA Arroyo | 4.7 mi | 5.7 |
| ADALBERTO SANCHEZ MORALES Arroyo | 4.9 mi | 8.9 |
| SUPERIOR URBANA DE ARROYO Arroyo | 5.0 mi | 4.2 |
| DOLORES GONZALEZ Arroyo | 5.2 mi | 5.3 |
| JOSE M. MASSARI Arroyo | 5.5 mi | 5.3 |
| CARMEN BOZELLO DE HUYKE Arroyo | 5.7 mi | 9.4 |
| ELEMENTAL EMERITA LEON Cayey | 6.1 mi | 8.3 |
| EMERITA LEON Cayey | 6.2 mi | 4.0 |
| ELEMENTAL SALVADOR BRAU Cayey | 6.2 mi | 5.2 |
| DR. RAMON EMETERIO BETANCES Cayey | 6.4 mi | 6.0 |
| CENTRO DE ADIESTRAMIENTO VOCACIONAL Cayey | 6.4 mi | 4.3 |
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| MANUEL ORTIZ SUYA Maunabo, PR | 7.3 |
| MARTA SANCHEZ Yabucoa, PR | 7.3 |
| NORMA I. TORRES COLON Villalba, PR | 7.3 |
| TOMAS VERA AYALA Moca, PR | 7.3 |
| INES MARIA MENDOZA CAGUAS Caguas, PR | 7.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Juan Alemany Silva
What grades does Juan Alemany Silva serve?
Juan Alemany Silva serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Juan Alemany Silva?
Juan Alemany Silva has an enrollment of approximately 161 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Juan Alemany Silva?
The student-teacher ratio at Juan Alemany Silva is 10.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Juan Alemany Silva rank in PR?
Juan Alemany Silva ranks #278 of 842 schools in PR.
What is Juan Alemany Silva's MySchoolScout rating?
Juan Alemany Silva has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 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 Juan Alemany Silva?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Juan Alemany Silva has 23% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
Is Juan Alemany Silva a charter school?
No, Juan Alemany Silva is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Juan Alemany Silva a Title I school?
No, Juan Alemany Silva is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Juan Alemany Silva?
90.7% of students at Juan Alemany Silva 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
- 161
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 16
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 90.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Guayama Municipio
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 19.3%
- Phone
- (787) 864-3005
Resources & Links
District
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION- District Enrollment
- 240,910
- Schools in District
- 858
- District Rank
- #278 of 842
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