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#133 of 842 schools in PR

Top 16% in state

Julio Selles Sola

Elementary School · PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION

URB VILLA NEVAREZ CALLE 19 ESQ 20, San Juan, PR 00927

Enrollment

482

Student-Teacher

11:1

Score

8.4

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Puerto Rico schools

#133 of 842

In San Juan

#12 of 82

public schools

In district

#133 of 842

PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION

School environment

9.1 / 10

Excellent

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Julio Selles Sola

8.4/10

Elementary School in San Juan · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Julio Selles Sola

Julio Selles Sola is a public elementary school in San Juan, PR, part of PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION. Julio Selles Sola serves approximately 482 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 11:1 student-teacher ratio. Julio Selles Sola has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 out of 10 and ranks #133 of 842 schools in PR.

Structured state assessment records for Julio Selles Sola show 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).

How it compares1.4 pts above district
  • This school 8.4 · Excellent
  • District avg 7.0
  • PR avg 7.0

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.1Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data9
Annual Change+1.98 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2018
TrendImproving
Academics8.6Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency62% (2018 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency57% (2018 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency60% (2018 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)39% (model expectation from 2018 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+20.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile79th
Resources & Environment9.1Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11:1
Chronic Absenteeism6.4%

Julio Selles Sola — Students at Julio Selles Sola score 60% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

91.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores PR EDFACTS (2017-18)

Math Proficiency 53.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2018)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 55.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2018)
School
State
N/A

Based on 18 test records from PR state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↑ Improving

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
40%
ELA
43%
2011
Math
46%
ELA
56%
2012
Math
48%
ELA
59%
2013
Math
55%
ELA
52%
2014
Math
49%
ELA
52%
2015
Math
64%
ELA
63%
2016
Math
55%
ELA
54%
2017
Math
63%
ELA
65%
2018
Math
62%
ELA
57%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.1/10.

How Julio Selles Sola Compares

See how Julio Selles Sola performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.4/10
84th percentile in PR
Academic
8.6/10
Excellent
Growth
8.1/10
Excellent
Environment
9.1/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
91%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
44 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
6.4%

Location

URB VILLA NEVAREZ CALLE 19 ESQ 20, San Juan, PR 00927

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Julio Selles Sola may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. AMALIA MARIN PRIMARIA (rated 9.3/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is LUIS MUNOZ RIVERA SAN JUAN MONTESSORI (rated 9.2/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, REPUBLICA DE BRAZIL (rated 8.6/10, 1.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in San Juan, see our San Juan schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.6 mi
School Distance Rating
UNIVERSITY GARDENS San Juan 0.6 mi 9.0
SOTERO FIGUEROA San Juan 0.6 mi 8.8
TRINA PADILLA DE SANZ SAN JUAN San Juan 0.8 mi 7.6
VICTOR PARES COLLAZO San Juan 0.9 mi 6.7
AMALIA MARIN PRIMARIA San Juan 0.9 mi 9.3
REPUBLICA DE BRAZIL San Juan 1.0 mi 8.6
DR. ANTONIO S. PEDREIRA San Juan 1.0 mi 8.5
JUAN JOSE OSUNA San Juan 1.1 mi 7.9
RAMON VILA MAYO San Juan 1.1 mi 3.2
LCDO. GUILLERMO ATILES MOREAU San Juan 1.2 mi 8.5
LUIS MUNOZ RIVERA SAN JUAN MONTESSORI San Juan 1.2 mi 9.2
LAS AMERICAS San Juan 1.4 mi 4.6
AMALIA MARIN San Juan 1.4 mi 3.3
ELEONOR ROOSEVELT San Juan 1.4 mi 6.7
EVARISTO RIVERA CHEVREMONT San Juan 1.4 mi 5.3
CENTRO EUGENIO MARIA DE HOSTOS San Juan 1.6 mi 3.2
LA ESPERANZA San Juan 1.6 mi 7.5
GUSTAVO A. BECQUER San Juan 1.6 mi 2.9
GABRIELA MISTRAL SAN JUAN San Juan 1.6 mi 3.8
LUIS MUNIZ SOUFFRONT San Juan 1.6 mi 8.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 00927 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$39,838

Median Home Value

$223,000

Median Rent

$543/mo

Population

13,675

College Educated

65.4%

Homeownership

53.9%

Avg Commute

21.9 min

Poverty Rate

23.4%

Median Age

48.4

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Julio Selles Sola

What grades does Julio Selles Sola serve?

Julio Selles Sola serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Julio Selles Sola?

Julio Selles Sola has an enrollment of approximately 482 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Julio Selles Sola?

The student-teacher ratio at Julio Selles Sola is 11:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Julio Selles Sola rank in PR?

Julio Selles Sola ranks #133 of 842 schools in PR.

What is Julio Selles Sola's MySchoolScout rating?

Julio Selles Sola 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 Julio Selles Sola?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Julio Selles Sola has 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).

Is Julio Selles Sola a charter school?

No, Julio Selles Sola is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Julio Selles Sola a Title I school?

No, Julio Selles Sola is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Julio Selles Sola?

91.1% of students at Julio Selles Sola qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
482
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
Teachers (FTE)
44
Free/Reduced Lunch
91.1%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
San Juan Municipio
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
6.4%

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academics, and learning environment — plus college readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, with growth counting most in elementary and middle grades. Equity data is shown for context but is not factored into the score. Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

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