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Very Good

#290 of 842 schools in PR

Top 34% in state

Juan B. Soto

School · PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION

PO BOX 1097, Aguada, PR 00602

Enrollment

250

Student-Teacher

10.4:1

Score

7.2

Grades

Pre-K – 9th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Puerto Rico schools

#290 of 842

In Aguada

#5 of 11

public schools

In district

#290 of 842

PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION

School environment

9.3 / 10

Excellent

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Juan B. Soto

7.2/10

School in Aguada · grades Pre-K – 9th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Juan B. Soto

Juan B. Soto is a public school in Aguada, PR, part of PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION. Juan B.

Soto serves approximately 250 students, and covers grades Pre-K-9th, and has a 10.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Juan B. Soto has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #290 of 842 schools in PR.

Structured state assessment records for Juan B. Soto show 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).

How it compares0.9 pts above district
  • This school 7.2 · Very Good
  • District avg 6.3
  • PR avg 6.3

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress9.1Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data9
Annual Change+3.24 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2018
TrendImproving
Academics8.5Excellent25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency52% (2018 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency62% (2018 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency57% (2018 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)38% (model expectation from 2018 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+19.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile78th
College Readiness3.1Needs Improvement30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment9.3Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.4:1
Chronic Absenteeism2.8%

Juan B. Soto — Students at Juan B. Soto score 57% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

91.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores PR EDFACTS (2017-18)

Math Proficiency 25.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2018)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 34.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2018)
School
State
N/A

Based on 18 test records from PR state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↑ Improving

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
17%
ELA
27%
2011
Math
17%
ELA
42%
2012
Math
12%
ELA
22%
2013
Math
27%
ELA
22%
2014
Math
22%
ELA
27%
2015
Math
22%
ELA
32%
2016
Math
17%
ELA
22%
2017
Math
47%
ELA
57%
2018
Math
52%
ELA
62%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.1/10.

How Juan B. Soto Compares

See how Juan B. Soto performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.2/10
66th percentile in PR
Academic
8.5/10
Excellent
Growth
9.1/10
Excellent
Environment
9.3/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
91%
Teaching Staff
10:1 student-teacher ratio
24 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
2.8%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

PO BOX 1097, Aguada, PR 00602

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Juan B. Soto may also want to explore other schools in the area. EPIFANIO ESTRADA AGUADA (rated 4.9/10, 1.4 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, PROFESORA JUANA ROSARIO CARRERO (rated 4.1/10, 2.5 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Aguada, see our Aguada schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 6.3 mi
School Distance Rating
JOSE GONZALEZ RUIZ Aguada 1.2 mi 8.8
EPIFANIO ESTRADA AGUADA Aguada 1.4 mi 4.9
ANSELMO VILLARRUBIA Aguada 2.1 mi 7.3
PROFESORA JUANA ROSARIO CARRERO Aguada 2.5 mi 4.1
MANUEL GONZALEZ MELO Rincon 2.8 mi 8.2
DR. CARLOS GONZALEZ Aguada 2.9 mi 7.9
LYDIA MELENDEZ Aguada 3.0 mi 5.4
CENTRO VOCACIONAL ESPECIAL Aguada 3.1 mi 5.5
JUAN LINO SANTIAGO Aguada 3.2 mi 8.0
ELADIO TIRADO LOPEZ Aguada 3.2 mi 5.2
MANUEL GARCIA PEREZ Rincon 3.6 mi 6.4
CONRADO RODRIGUEZ Rincon 3.7 mi 7.5
AQUILINO CABAN Aguada 4.0 mi 7.0
LUIS MUNOZ MARIN ANASCO Anasco 4.8 mi 4.8
ANTONIO GONZALEZ SUAREZ Anasco 5.2 mi 8.4
ALCIDES FIGUEROA Anasco 5.5 mi 7.9
CARMEN CASASUS MARTI Anasco 5.5 mi 6.9
ISABEL SUAREZ Anasco 5.6 mi 4.3
JOSE DE DIEGO AGUADILLA Aguadilla 5.8 mi 5.0
SUPERIOR CATALINA MORALES FLORES Moca 6.3 mi 5.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 00602 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$21,702

Median Home Value

$108,200

Median Rent

$465/mo

Population

37,510

College Educated

23.6%

Homeownership

75.3%

Avg Commute

20.9 min

Poverty Rate

46.8%

Median Age

46

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Juan B. Soto

What grades does Juan B. Soto serve?

Juan B. Soto serves students in grades Pre-K through 9th.

How many students attend Juan B. Soto?

Juan B. Soto has an enrollment of approximately 250 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Juan B. Soto?

The student-teacher ratio at Juan B. Soto is 10.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Juan B. Soto rank in PR?

Juan B. Soto ranks #290 of 842 schools in PR.

What is Juan B. Soto's MySchoolScout rating?

Juan B. Soto has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 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 B. Soto?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Juan B. Soto has 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).

Is Juan B. Soto a charter school?

No, Juan B. Soto is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Juan B. Soto a Title I school?

No, Juan B. Soto is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Juan B. Soto?

91.2% of students at Juan B. Soto qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 9th
Enrollment
250
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
24
Free/Reduced Lunch
91.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize Suburb
County
Aguada Municipio
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
2.8%

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academics, and learning environment — plus college readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, with growth counting most in elementary and middle grades. Equity data is shown for context but is not factored into the score. Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

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