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#358 of 842 schools in PR
Top 42% in state
Juan Cancio Ortiz De La Renta
Elementary School · PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
PO BOX 1413, Lajas, PR 00667
Enrollment
368
Student-Teacher
10.8:1
Score
6.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
368
Student-Teacher
10.8:1
Score
6.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Puerto Rico schools
#358 of 842
In Lajas
#5 of 8
public schools
In district
#358 of 842
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
Academic growth
8.1 / 10
Excellent
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About Juan Cancio Ortiz De La Renta
Juan Cancio Ortiz De La Renta is a public elementary school in Lajas, PR, part of PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION. Juan Cancio Ortiz De La Renta serves approximately 368 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 10.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Juan Cancio Ortiz De La Renta has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #358 of 842 schools in PR.
Structured state assessment records for Juan Cancio Ortiz De La Renta show 15% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
- This school 6.7 · Average
- District avg 7.0
- PR avg 7.0
What Parents Should Know
The chronic absenteeism rate at Juan Cancio Ortiz De La Renta was 50% 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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Juan Cancio Ortiz De La Renta — Students at Juan Cancio Ortiz De La Renta score 28% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
91%
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: 8.1/10.
How Juan Cancio Ortiz De La Renta Compares
See how Juan Cancio Ortiz De La Renta performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
PO BOX 1413, Lajas, PR 00667
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Juan Cancio Ortiz De La Renta may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. HENRY W. LONGFELLOW (rated 9.3/10, 3.8 miles away, in nearby San German), which scores notably higher. Another option is HERMINIA C. RAMIREZ (rated 9.3/10, 4.7 miles away, in nearby San German), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ROSENDO MATIENZO CINTRON (rated 9.0/10, 4.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Lajas, see our Lajas schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 6.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| LUIS MUNOZ RIVERA LAJAS Lajas | 1.3 mi | 4.7 |
| ELEMENTAL URBANA DE LAJAS Lajas | 1.4 mi | 7.7 |
| LEONIDES MORALES RODRIGUEZ Lajas | 1.5 mi | 5.6 |
| RAMON OLIVARES Lajas | 2.5 mi | 7.9 |
| JULIO V. GUZMAN San German | 3.2 mi | 5.3 |
| HENRY W. LONGFELLOW San German | 3.8 mi | 9.3 |
| LOLA RODRIGUEZ DE TIO San German | 4.0 mi | 5.7 |
| ROSENDO MATIENZO CINTRON Lajas | 4.3 mi | 9.0 |
| HERMINIA C. RAMIREZ San German | 4.7 mi | 9.3 |
| FEDERICO DEGETAU CABO ROJO Cabo Rojo | 4.6 mi | 7.3 |
| ANTONIO ACARON CORREA Cabo Rojo | 4.8 mi | 6.7 |
| ALEJANDRO TAPIA Y RIVERA LAJAS Lajas | 4.9 mi | 8.7 |
| JAMES GARFIELD Cabo Rojo | 5.6 mi | 6.1 |
| INES MARIA MENDOZA DE MUNOZ MARIN CABO ROJO Cabo Rojo | 5.8 mi | 6.4 |
| BARTOLOME DE LAS CASAS San German | 5.8 mi | 5.6 |
| PEDRO NELSON COLBERG Cabo Rojo | 5.8 mi | 4.7 |
| MONSERRATE LEON IRIZARRY Cabo Rojo | 5.7 mi | 6.4 |
| SEVERO E. COLBERG RAMIREZ Cabo Rojo | 5.9 mi | 5.0 |
| CARMEN VIGNALS ROSARIO Cabo Rojo | 5.9 mi | 5.9 |
| FRANCISCO MARIA QUINONES San German | 6.0 mi | 5.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 00667 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$18,729
Median Home Value
$103,300
Median Rent
$492/mo
Population
23,116
College Educated
21%
Homeownership
71.2%
Avg Commute
24.1 min
Poverty Rate
52.8%
Median Age
48.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ANTONIO ACARON CORREA Cabo Rojo, PR | 6.7 |
| NELIDA MELENDEZ MELENDEZ Orocovis, PR | 6.7 |
| SANTIAGO IGLESIAS PANTIN SAN JUAN San Juan, PR | 6.7 |
| CRISTOBAL COLON Bayamon, PR | 6.8 |
| DON LUIS MUNOZ MARIN Ceiba, PR | 6.8 |
| JOSE CELSO BARBOSA Aibonito, PR | 6.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Juan Cancio Ortiz De La Renta
What grades does Juan Cancio Ortiz De La Renta serve?
Juan Cancio Ortiz De La Renta serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Juan Cancio Ortiz De La Renta?
Juan Cancio Ortiz De La Renta has an enrollment of approximately 368 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Juan Cancio Ortiz De La Renta?
The student-teacher ratio at Juan Cancio Ortiz De La Renta is 10.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Juan Cancio Ortiz De La Renta rank in PR?
Juan Cancio Ortiz De La Renta ranks #358 of 842 schools in PR.
What is Juan Cancio Ortiz De La Renta's MySchoolScout rating?
Juan Cancio Ortiz De La Renta has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 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 Juan Cancio Ortiz De La Renta?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Juan Cancio Ortiz De La Renta has 15% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
Is Juan Cancio Ortiz De La Renta a charter school?
No, Juan Cancio Ortiz De La Renta is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Juan Cancio Ortiz De La Renta a Title I school?
No, Juan Cancio Ortiz De La Renta is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Juan Cancio Ortiz De La Renta?
91.0% of students at Juan Cancio Ortiz De La Renta 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
- 368
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 34
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 91.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small Suburb
- County
- Lajas Municipio
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 50.0%
- Phone
- (787) 899-2930
Resources & Links
District
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION- District Enrollment
- 240,910
- Schools in District
- 858
- District Rank
- #358 of 842
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