Very Good
#253 of 842 schools in PR
Top 30% in state
La Esperanza
School · PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
PO BOX 11754 S, San Juan, PR 00921
Enrollment
135
Student-Teacher
2.9:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
135
Student-Teacher
2.9:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Puerto Rico schools
#253 of 842
In San Juan
#27 of 82
public schools
In district
#253 of 842
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
Academic growth
10.0 / 10
Excellent
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About La Esperanza
La Esperanza is a public school in San Juan, PR, part of PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION. La Esperanza serves approximately 135 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 2.9:1 student-teacher ratio. La Esperanza has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #253 of 842 schools in PR.
Structured state assessment records for La Esperanza show 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
- This school 7.5 · Very Good
- District avg 6.3
- PR avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 135 students, La Esperanza 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 2.9:1, La Esperanza 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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La Esperanza — Students at La Esperanza score 90% proficient, which is above 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: 10.0/10.
How La Esperanza Compares
See how La Esperanza performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
PO BOX 11754 S, San Juan, PR 00921
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering La Esperanza may also want to explore other schools in the area. LCDO. GUILLERMO ATILES MOREAU (rated 8.5/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is VICTOR PARES COLLAZO (rated 6.7/10, 1.4 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, PEDRO C. TIMOTHEE ANEXO (rated 6.3/10, 0.8 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in San Juan, see our San Juan schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| NEMESIO R. CANALES II San Juan | 0.4 mi | 6.3 |
| PEDRO CARLOS TIMOTHEE San Juan | 0.4 mi | 7.7 |
| CENTRO EUGENIO MARIA DE HOSTOS San Juan | 0.6 mi | 3.2 |
| DR. ANTONIO S. PEDREIRA San Juan | 0.7 mi | 8.5 |
| LAS AMERICAS San Juan | 0.8 mi | 4.6 |
| TRINA PADILLA DE SANZ SAN JUAN San Juan | 0.9 mi | 7.6 |
| PEDRO C. TIMOTHEE ANEXO San Juan | 0.8 mi | 6.3 |
| ELEONOR ROOSEVELT San Juan | 1.1 mi | 6.7 |
| GABRIELA MISTRAL SAN JUAN San Juan | 1.3 mi | 3.8 |
| JUAN JOSE OSUNA San Juan | 1.2 mi | 7.9 |
| UNIVERSITY GARDENS San Juan | 1.3 mi | 9.0 |
| ERNESTO RAMOS ANTONINI - MUSICA San Juan | 1.4 mi | 7.6 |
| REPUBLICA DE BRAZIL San Juan | 1.5 mi | 8.6 |
| VICTOR PARES COLLAZO San Juan | 1.4 mi | 6.7 |
| LUIS MUNIZ SOUFFRONT San Juan | 1.6 mi | 8.0 |
| SOTERO FIGUEROA San Juan | 1.6 mi | 8.8 |
| JULIO SELLES SOLA San Juan | 1.6 mi | 8.4 |
| EVARISTO RIVERA CHEVREMONT San Juan | 1.8 mi | 5.3 |
| EMILIO DEL TORO CUEVAS San Juan | 1.8 mi | 8.7 |
| LCDO. GUILLERMO ATILES MOREAU San Juan | 1.8 mi | 8.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 00921 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$21,797
Median Home Value
$147,800
Median Rent
$605/mo
Population
34,197
College Educated
33.4%
Homeownership
44.8%
Avg Commute
23.1 min
Poverty Rate
47.2%
Median Age
41.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| MARIA L. MCDOUGALL Guanica, PR | 7.5 |
| JOSE PADIN Salinas, PR | 7.6 |
| LUDOVICO COSTOSO Bayamon, PR | 7.2 |
| RAMON MARIN Ponce, PR | 7.0 |
| FEDERICO DEGETAU II Aibonito, PR | 6.8 |
| DALILA TORRES Guayanilla, PR | 6.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about La Esperanza
What grades does La Esperanza serve?
La Esperanza serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.
How many students attend La Esperanza?
La Esperanza has an enrollment of approximately 135 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at La Esperanza?
The student-teacher ratio at La Esperanza is 2.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does La Esperanza rank in PR?
La Esperanza ranks #253 of 842 schools in PR.
What is La Esperanza's MySchoolScout rating?
La Esperanza has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 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 La Esperanza?
Based on loaded state assessment records, La Esperanza has 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
Is La Esperanza a charter school?
No, La Esperanza is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is La Esperanza a Title I school?
No, La Esperanza is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for La Esperanza?
91.1% of students at La Esperanza 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
- 75 Very Walkable
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 12th
- Enrollment
- 135
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 2.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 47
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 91.1%
- Type
- special_ed
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- San Juan Municipio
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 19.3%
- Phone
- (787) 782-0295
Resources & Links
District
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION- District Enrollment
- 240,910
- Schools in District
- 858
- District Rank
- #253 of 842
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