Very Good
#291 of 842 schools in PR
Top 34% in state
Julio Alvarado Tricoche
Elementary School · PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
PO BOX 10091, Ponce, PR 00731
Enrollment
169
Student-Teacher
11.3:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
169
Student-Teacher
11.3:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Puerto Rico schools
#291 of 842
In Ponce
#13 of 38
public schools
In district
#291 of 842
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
School environment
8.1 / 10
Excellent
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About Julio Alvarado Tricoche
Julio Alvarado Tricoche is a public elementary school in Ponce, PR, part of PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION. Julio Alvarado Tricoche serves approximately 169 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 11.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Julio Alvarado Tricoche has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #291 of 842 schools in PR.
Structured state assessment records for Julio Alvarado Tricoche show 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
- This school 7.2 · Very Good
- District avg 7.0
- PR avg 7.0
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 169 students, Julio Alvarado Tricoche 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.
Score Breakdown
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Julio Alvarado Tricoche — Students at Julio Alvarado Tricoche score 37% proficient, which is below 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: 7.2/10.
How Julio Alvarado Tricoche Compares
See how Julio Alvarado Tricoche performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
PO BOX 10091, Ponce, PR 00731
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Julio Alvarado Tricoche may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. LIBRADO NET (rated 9.1/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is JUAN CUEVAS ABOY (rated 8.7/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ABRAHAM LINCOLN PONCE (rated 8.6/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Ponce, see our Ponce schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| EUGENIO LE COMPTE BENITEZ Ponce | 0.4 mi | 5.2 |
| LIBRADO NET Ponce | 0.6 mi | 9.1 |
| CARMEN SOLA DE PEDREIRA Ponce | 0.8 mi | 8.3 |
| EDUARDO NEUMANN GANDIA Ponce | 0.8 mi | 6.4 |
| JAIME L. DREW Ponce | 1.1 mi | 7.9 |
| BERNARDINO CORDERO BERNARD Ponce | 1.1 mi | 6.7 |
| DR. PILA Ponce | 1.1 mi | 6.7 |
| ANTONIO PAOLI PONCE Ponce | 1.2 mi | 3.5 |
| FERNANDO LUIS MALAVE OLIVERAS Ponce | 1.7 mi | 5.3 |
| JUAN CUEVAS ABOY Ponce | 1.6 mi | 8.7 |
| DR. JOSE CELSO BARBOSA PONCE Ponce | 1.7 mi | 7.1 |
| LUCY GRILLASCA Ponce | 1.9 mi | 4.7 |
| AUREA E. RIVERA COLLAZO Ponce | 1.9 mi | 7.6 |
| HEMETERIO COLON Ponce | 1.9 mi | 5.9 |
| SUPERIOR BETHZAIDA VELAZQUEZ Ponce | 2.1 mi | 6.2 |
| LILA MARIA MERCEDES MAYORAL Ponce | 2.2 mi | 3.9 |
| DR. PEDRO ALBIZU CAMPOS PONCE Ponce | 2.2 mi | 9.6 |
| PONCE HIGH SCHOOL Ponce | 2.3 mi | 4.9 |
| ABRAHAM LINCOLN PONCE Ponce | 2.3 mi | 8.6 |
| DR. RAFAEL PUJALS Ponce | 2.3 mi | 5.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 00731 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$16,917
Median Home Value
$86,800
Median Rent
$426/mo
Population
10,221
College Educated
22.1%
Homeownership
79.4%
Avg Commute
26.6 min
Poverty Rate
56.4%
Median Age
47.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| DR. HIRAM GONZALEZ Bayamon, PR | 7.2 |
| INES MARIA MENDOZA CAGUAS Caguas, PR | 7.2 |
| JOSE NEVAREZ LOPEZ Toa Baja, PR | 7.2 |
| MATEO HERNANDEZ Isabela, PR | 7.2 |
| RAFAEL REXACH DUENO Rio Grande, PR | 7.2 |
| RAFAEL RIVERA OTERO San Juan, PR | 7.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Julio Alvarado Tricoche
What grades does Julio Alvarado Tricoche serve?
Julio Alvarado Tricoche serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Julio Alvarado Tricoche?
Julio Alvarado Tricoche has an enrollment of approximately 169 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Julio Alvarado Tricoche?
The student-teacher ratio at Julio Alvarado Tricoche is 11.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Julio Alvarado Tricoche rank in PR?
Julio Alvarado Tricoche ranks #291 of 842 schools in PR.
What is Julio Alvarado Tricoche's MySchoolScout rating?
Julio Alvarado Tricoche 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 Julio Alvarado Tricoche?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Julio Alvarado Tricoche has 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
Is Julio Alvarado Tricoche a charter school?
No, Julio Alvarado Tricoche is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Julio Alvarado Tricoche a Title I school?
No, Julio Alvarado Tricoche is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Julio Alvarado Tricoche?
91.1% of students at Julio Alvarado Tricoche 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 – 5th
- Enrollment
- 169
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 15
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 91.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Ponce Municipio
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 18.9%
- Phone
- (787) 844-7048
Resources & Links
District
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION- District Enrollment
- 240,910
- Schools in District
- 858
- District Rank
- #291 of 842
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