Very Good
#232 of 842 schools in PR
Top 27% in state
Julio Lebron Soto
Elementary School · PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
PO BOX 1040 CASTANER, Lares, PR 00669
Enrollment
193
Student-Teacher
10.7:1
Score
7.7
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
193
Student-Teacher
10.7:1
Score
7.7
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Puerto Rico schools
#232 of 842
In Lares
#4 of 9
public schools
In district
#232 of 842
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
School environment
8.1 / 10
Excellent
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About Julio Lebron Soto
Julio Lebron Soto is a public elementary school in Lares, PR, part of PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION. Julio Lebron Soto serves approximately 193 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 10.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Julio Lebron Soto has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10 and ranks #232 of 842 schools in PR.
Structured state assessment records for Julio Lebron Soto show 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
- This school 7.7 · Very Good
- District avg 7.0
- PR avg 7.0
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 193 students, Julio Lebron Soto 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, Julio Lebron Soto 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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Julio Lebron Soto — Students at Julio Lebron Soto score 44% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
91.2%
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: 7.7/10.
How Julio Lebron Soto Compares
See how Julio Lebron Soto performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
PO BOX 1040 CASTANER, Lares, PR 00669
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Julio Lebron Soto may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. DR. EFRAIN GONZALEZ TEJERA (rated 9.5/10, 8.7 miles away, in nearby Utuado), which scores notably higher. Another option is DOMINGO MASSOL (rated 9.1/10, 7.6 miles away, in nearby Adjuntas), which scores notably higher. Additionally, DANIEL VELEZ SOTO (rated 8.2/10, 8.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Lares, see our Lares schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 8.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| GABRIELA MISTRAL LARES Lares | 0.3 mi | 5.9 |
| HECTOR I. RIVERA Adjuntas | 2.9 mi | 6.7 |
| LENA M. FRANCESCHI IRIZARRY Yauco | 4.0 mi | 3.9 |
| ANGELICA DELGADO Lares | 6.2 mi | 7.4 |
| JAIME CASTANER Yauco | 6.4 mi | 6.2 |
| BRYAN Las Marias | 6.9 mi | 5.9 |
| INDIERA FRIA Maricao | 7.1 mi | 8.1 |
| JOSE VIZCARRONDO Utuado | 7.4 mi | 5.2 |
| DOMINGO PIETRI RUIZ Adjuntas | 7.1 mi | 7.2 |
| PROFESOR RAFAEL ALICEA VAZQUEZ Lares | 7.6 mi | 5.7 |
| RAFAEL APARICIO JIMENEZ Adjuntas | 7.2 mi | 4.1 |
| JOSE EMILIO LUGO Adjuntas | 7.4 mi | 5.4 |
| DOMINGO MASSOL Adjuntas | 7.6 mi | 9.1 |
| DOMINGO APONTE COLLAZO Lares | 8.5 mi | 5.6 |
| RAMON DE JESUS SIERRA Lares | 8.6 mi | 3.6 |
| DR. EFRAIN GONZALEZ TEJERA Utuado | 8.7 mi | 9.5 |
| DANIEL VELEZ SOTO Lares | 8.8 mi | 8.2 |
| ALMACIGO ALTO II Yauco | 8.9 mi | 8.2 |
| INOCENCIO MONTERO Utuado | 8.7 mi | 7.0 |
| FRANCISCO JORDAN Utuado | 8.9 mi | 8.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 00669 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$19,198
Median Home Value
$102,700
Median Rent
$496/mo
Population
27,534
College Educated
20.9%
Homeownership
64.9%
Avg Commute
31.8 min
Poverty Rate
55.1%
Median Age
44.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| EUGENIO NAZARIO SOTO Coamo, PR | 7.7 |
| JAIME COIRA ORTIZ Ciales, PR | 7.7 |
| JORGE L. MARRERO PADILLA Morovis, PR | 7.7 |
| LUIS MUNOZ MARIN AGUAS BUENAS Aguas Buenas, PR | 7.7 |
| LUIS MUNOZ RIVERA YAUCO Yauco, PR | 7.7 |
| MIGUEL HERNANDEZ AGOSTO Las Piedras, PR | 7.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Julio Lebron Soto
What grades does Julio Lebron Soto serve?
Julio Lebron Soto serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Julio Lebron Soto?
Julio Lebron Soto has an enrollment of approximately 193 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Julio Lebron Soto?
The student-teacher ratio at Julio Lebron Soto is 10.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Julio Lebron Soto rank in PR?
Julio Lebron Soto ranks #232 of 842 schools in PR.
What is Julio Lebron Soto's MySchoolScout rating?
Julio Lebron Soto has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 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 Julio Lebron Soto?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Julio Lebron Soto has 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
Is Julio Lebron Soto a charter school?
No, Julio Lebron Soto is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Julio Lebron Soto a Title I school?
No, Julio Lebron Soto is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Julio Lebron Soto?
91.2% of students at Julio Lebron 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.
Neighborhood Context
- Walk Score
- 18 Car-Dependent
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 6th
- Enrollment
- 193
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 18
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 91.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Lares Municipio
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 18.7%
- Phone
- (787) 829-3916
Resources & Links
District
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION- District Enrollment
- 240,910
- Schools in District
- 858
- District Rank
- #232 of 842
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