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La Carmen
Elementary School · PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
PO BOX 18350, Maricao, PR 00606
Enrollment
64
Student-Teacher
6.4:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
64
Student-Teacher
6.4:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
School environment
7.0 / 10
Strong
About La Carmen
La Carmen is a public elementary school in Maricao, PR, part of the PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION. The school serves approximately 64 students in grades Kindergarten – 5th with a student-teacher ratio of 6.4:1. Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $20,226, where 11% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
The school is situated in a fringe rural setting.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 64 students, La Carmen 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 6.4:1, La Carmen 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.
Located in a rural area, La Carmen 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.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 64 students
- Type
- Public
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6.4:1
- Address
- PO BOX 18350, Maricao, PR 00606
- Phone
- (787) 838-3025
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
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Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Funding & Resources
Location
PO BOX 18350, Maricao, PR 00606
Nearby Schools
20 within 7.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| SUPERIOR NUEVA DE MARICAO Maricao | 0.0 mi | — |
| RAUL YBARRA Maricao | 0.4 mi | — |
| DR. SILVERIO MEDINA GAUD Las Marias | 3.6 mi | — |
| INDIERA FRIA Maricao | 3.9 mi | — |
| MARIANO ABRIL San German | 4.3 mi | — |
| EVA Y PATRIA CUSTODIO Las Marias | 4.5 mi | — |
| EUGENIO MARIA DE HOSTOS LAS MARIAS Las Marias | 4.6 mi | — |
| BRYAN Las Marias | 4.9 mi | — |
| LAURO GONZALEZ HIJO Las Marias | 6.1 mi | — |
| BARTOLOME DE LAS CASAS San German | 6.2 mi | — |
| LAURA MERCADO San German | 6.2 mi | — |
| GEORGINA ALVARADO San German | 6.4 mi | — |
| CENTRO RESIDENCIAL OPORTUNIDADES EDUCATIVAS MAYAGUEZ (CROEM) Mayaguez | 6.7 mi | — |
| FRANCISCO MARIA QUINONES San German | 7.1 mi | — |
| LENA M. FRANCESCHI IRIZARRY Yauco | 6.8 mi | — |
| JOSE R. GAZTAMBIDE Sabana Grande | 7.3 mi | — |
| BLANCA MALARET Sabana Grande | 7.3 mi | — |
| LOLA RODRIGUEZ DE TIO San German | 7.6 mi | — |
| HERMINIA C. RAMIREZ San German | 7.5 mi | — |
| LUIS NEGRON LOPEZ Sabana Grande | 7.8 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 00606 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$20,226
Median Home Value
$100,700
Median Rent
$405/mo
Population
5,435
College Educated
10.9%
Homeownership
76.9%
Poverty Rate
54.9%
Median Age
48.7
Community Profile
The community surrounding La Carmen has a median household income of $20,226. It is a community where 11% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $100,700, with a median rent of $405/month. The area has a poverty rate of 54.9%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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| BRYAN Las Marias, PR | — |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about La Carmen
What grades does La Carmen serve?
La Carmen serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend La Carmen?
La Carmen has an enrollment of approximately 64 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at La Carmen?
The student-teacher ratio at La Carmen is 6.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
Is La Carmen a charter school?
No, La Carmen is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is La Carmen a Title I school?
No, La Carmen is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for La Carmen?
90.6% of students at La Carmen 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
- 64
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 10
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 90.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Maricao Municipio
- Phone
- (787) 838-3025
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION- District Enrollment
- 240,910
- Schools in District
- 858
Other Schools in This District
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