Excellent
#142 of 842 schools in PR
Top 17% in state
Julio Seijo
Elementary School · PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
HC 5 BOX 93680, Arecibo, PR 00612
Enrollment
176
Student-Teacher
8.8:1
Score
8.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
176
Student-Teacher
8.8:1
Score
8.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Puerto Rico schools
#142 of 842
In Arecibo
#4 of 20
public schools
In district
#142 of 842
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
Academic performance
9.3 / 10
Excellent
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About Julio Seijo
Julio Seijo is a public elementary school in Arecibo, PR, part of PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION. Julio Seijo serves approximately 176 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 8.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Julio Seijo has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 out of 10 and ranks #142 of 842 schools in PR.
Structured state assessment records for Julio Seijo show 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
- This school 8.3 · Excellent
- District avg 7.0
- PR avg 7.0
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 176 students, Julio Seijo 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 8.8:1, Julio Seijo 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.
Score Breakdown
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Julio Seijo — Students at Julio Seijo score 74% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 43%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
90.9%
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: 7.6/10.
How Julio Seijo Compares
See how Julio Seijo performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
HC 5 BOX 93680, Arecibo, PR 00612
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Julio Seijo may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ELBA LUGO CARRION (rated 9.5/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is CARMEN NOELIA PERAZA TOLEDO (rated 8.6/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Hatillo), with a very similar rating. Additionally, EUGENIO MARIA DE HOSTOS HATILLO (rated 6.2/10, 3.7 miles away, in nearby Hatillo), a more accessible option. For more schools in Arecibo, see our Arecibo schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ELBA LUGO CARRION Arecibo | 1.2 mi | 9.5 |
| VICTOR ROJAS I Arecibo | 1.4 mi | 5.6 |
| LUIS MUNOZ MARIN ARECIBO Arecibo | 1.6 mi | 3.8 |
| ABELARDO MARTINEZ OTERO Arecibo | 1.6 mi | 7.7 |
| TRINA PADILLA DE SANZ ARECIBO Arecibo | 1.6 mi | 5.6 |
| CARMEN NOELIA PERAZA TOLEDO Hatillo | 1.6 mi | 8.6 |
| MANUEL RUIZ GANDIA Arecibo | 1.7 mi | 4.7 |
| FRANCISCO PACHIN MARIN Arecibo | 1.8 mi | 5.8 |
| COTTO ANEXO Arecibo | 1.8 mi | 7.2 |
| JOHN W. HARRIS Arecibo | 2.0 mi | 6.3 |
| TIMOTEO DELGADO Hatillo | 2.6 mi | 5.1 |
| DRA. MARIA CADILLA DE MARTINEZ Arecibo | 2.7 mi | 4.2 |
| ANIBAL REYES BELEN Hatillo | 2.9 mi | 5.5 |
| LUIS MELENDEZ RODRIGUEZ Hatillo | 3.1 mi | 4.0 |
| LUIS MUNOZ RIVERA HATILLO Hatillo | 3.7 mi | 5.5 |
| EUGENIO MARIA DE HOSTOS HATILLO Hatillo | 3.7 mi | 6.2 |
| ENRIQUE DE JESUS BORRAS Arecibo | 4.4 mi | 5.7 |
| ANGELICA GOMEZ DE BETANCOURT Arecibo | 4.7 mi | 4.6 |
| LORENZO COBALLES GANDIA Hatillo | 5.0 mi | 4.1 |
| SUPERIOR VOCACIONAL DE ARECIBO Arecibo | 5.5 mi | 6.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 00612 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$23,831
Median Home Value
$112,300
Median Rent
$503/mo
Population
62,462
College Educated
29.5%
Homeownership
61.2%
Avg Commute
25.9 min
Poverty Rate
40.8%
Median Age
44.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BENITA GONZALEZ QUINONES Caguas, PR | 8.3 |
| ELEMENTAL EMERITA LEON Cayey, PR | 8.3 |
| JESUS T. SANABRIA CRUZ Yabucoa, PR | 8.3 |
| QUEBRADA GRANDE Naguabo, PR | 8.3 |
| SANTIAGO R. PALMER Camuy, PR | 8.3 |
| ANTONIO GONZALEZ SUAREZ Anasco, PR | 8.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Julio Seijo
What grades does Julio Seijo serve?
Julio Seijo serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Julio Seijo?
Julio Seijo has an enrollment of approximately 176 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Julio Seijo?
The student-teacher ratio at Julio Seijo is 8.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Julio Seijo rank in PR?
Julio Seijo ranks #142 of 842 schools in PR.
What is Julio Seijo's MySchoolScout rating?
Julio Seijo has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 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 Seijo?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Julio Seijo has 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
Is Julio Seijo a charter school?
No, Julio Seijo is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Julio Seijo a Title I school?
No, Julio Seijo is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Julio Seijo?
90.9% of students at Julio Seijo 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
- 24 Car-Dependent
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 176
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 20
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 90.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Arecibo Municipio
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 14.8%
- Phone
- (787) 878-2062
Resources & Links
District
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION- District Enrollment
- 240,910
- Schools in District
- 858
- District Rank
- #142 of 842
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