Excellent
#134 of 842 schools in PR
Top 16% in state
Juanita Garcia Peraza
Elementary School · PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
URB FLORAL PARK, San Juan, PR 00928
Enrollment
168
Student-Teacher
6.7:1
Score
8.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
168
Student-Teacher
6.7:1
Score
8.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Puerto Rico schools
#134 of 842
In San Juan
#13 of 82
public schools
In district
#134 of 842
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
Academic performance
9.5 / 10
Excellent
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About Juanita Garcia Peraza
Juanita Garcia Peraza is a public elementary school in San Juan, PR, part of PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION. Juanita Garcia Peraza serves approximately 168 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 6.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Juanita Garcia Peraza has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 out of 10 and ranks #134 of 842 schools in PR.
Structured state assessment records for Juanita Garcia Peraza show 77% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 84% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
- This school 8.4 · Excellent
- District avg 7.0
- PR avg 7.0
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 168 students, Juanita Garcia Peraza 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 6.7:1, Juanita Garcia Peraza 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 Juanita Garcia Peraza was 51% 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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Juanita Garcia Peraza — Students at Juanita Garcia Peraza score 77% 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: 9.0/10.
How Juanita Garcia Peraza Compares
See how Juanita Garcia Peraza performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
URB FLORAL PARK, San Juan, PR 00928
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Juanita Garcia Peraza may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. EMILIO DEL TORO CUEVAS (rated 8.7/10, 0.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is RAFAEL HERNANDEZ SAN JUAN (rated 8.1/10, 0.5 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, FRAY BARTOLOME DE LAS CASAS (rated 7.9/10, 0.7 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in San Juan, see our San Juan schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ALBERT EINSTEIN San Juan | 0.4 mi | 3.4 |
| MANUEL ELZABURU Y VIZCARRONDO San Juan | 0.5 mi | 6.1 |
| JUAN PONCE DE LEON San Juan | 0.5 mi | 3.4 |
| RAFAEL HERNANDEZ SAN JUAN San Juan | 0.5 mi | 8.1 |
| PACHIN MARIN San Juan | 0.6 mi | 5.0 |
| FRAY BARTOLOME DE LAS CASAS San Juan | 0.7 mi | 7.9 |
| MANUEL BOADA San Juan | 0.8 mi | 7.5 |
| ERNESTO RAMOS ANTONINI SAN JUAN San Juan | 0.8 mi | 4.5 |
| ALEJANDRO TAPIA Y RIVERA SAN JUAN San Juan | 0.8 mi | 6.5 |
| EMILIO DEL TORO CUEVAS San Juan | 0.8 mi | 8.7 |
| GUSTAVO A. BECQUER San Juan | 1.0 mi | 2.9 |
| MANUEL A. PEREZ San Juan | 1.1 mi | 5.0 |
| FEDERICO ASENJO - PRETECNICA San Juan | 1.1 mi | 5.0 |
| JUAN RAMON JIMENEZ SAN JUAN San Juan | 1.2 mi | 4.3 |
| MIGUEL SUCH San Juan | 1.2 mi | 4.7 |
| ERNESTO RAMOS ANTONINI - MUSICA San Juan | 1.2 mi | 7.6 |
| ANTONIO B. CAIMARY San Juan | 1.3 mi | 5.1 |
| DR. JULIO J. HENNA San Juan | 1.3 mi | 7.4 |
| LCDO. GUILLERMO ATILES MOREAU San Juan | 1.4 mi | 8.5 |
| DR. FACUNDO BUESO San Juan | 1.4 mi | 3.8 |
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ANTONIO GONZALEZ SUAREZ Anasco, PR | 8.4 |
| CLAUDIO FERRER COTTO Comerio, PR | 8.4 |
| DELIA DAVILA DE CABAN Toa Baja, PR | 8.4 |
| RAFAEL DE JESUS Rio Grande, PR | 8.4 |
| RODULFO DEL VALLE Ponce, PR | 8.4 |
| BENITA GONZALEZ QUINONES Caguas, PR | 8.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Juanita Garcia Peraza
What grades does Juanita Garcia Peraza serve?
Juanita Garcia Peraza serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Juanita Garcia Peraza?
Juanita Garcia Peraza has an enrollment of approximately 168 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Juanita Garcia Peraza?
The student-teacher ratio at Juanita Garcia Peraza is 6.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Juanita Garcia Peraza rank in PR?
Juanita Garcia Peraza ranks #134 of 842 schools in PR.
What is Juanita Garcia Peraza's MySchoolScout rating?
Juanita Garcia Peraza has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 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 Juanita Garcia Peraza?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Juanita Garcia Peraza has 77% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 84% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
Is Juanita Garcia Peraza a charter school?
No, Juanita Garcia Peraza is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Juanita Garcia Peraza a Title I school?
No, Juanita Garcia Peraza is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Juanita Garcia Peraza?
91.1% of students at Juanita Garcia Peraza 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
- 53 Somewhat Walkable
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 168
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 25
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 91.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- San Juan Municipio
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 51.2%
- Phone
- (787) 763-8272
Resources & Links
District
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION- District Enrollment
- 240,910
- Schools in District
- 858
- District Rank
- #134 of 842
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