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#685 of 842 schools in PR

Leonardo Valentin Tirado

Middle School · PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION

PO BOX 1170, Florida, PR 00650

Enrollment

246

Student-Teacher

10.7:1

Score

4.6

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Puerto Rico schools

#685 of 842

In Florida

#4 of 4

public schools

In district

#685 of 842

PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION

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Leonardo Valentin Tirado

4.6/10

Middle School in Florida · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Leonardo Valentin Tirado

Leonardo Valentin Tirado is a public middle school in Florida, PR, part of PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION. Leonardo Valentin Tirado serves approximately 246 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 10.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Leonardo Valentin Tirado has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 out of 10 and ranks #685 of 842 schools in PR.

Structured state assessment records for Leonardo Valentin Tirado show 6% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 4.6 · Below Average
  • District avg 4.7
  • PR avg 4.7

What Parents Should Know

The chronic absenteeism rate at Leonardo Valentin Tirado was 93% in the 2022-23 school year, which is above the national average. Chronic absenteeism (missing 15 or more school days) can affect classroom dynamics and pacing. Parents should ask about the school's attendance support programs and what resources are available to help families address barriers to consistent attendance.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.4Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data9
Annual Change+0.72 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2018
TrendStable
Academics4.6Below Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency11% (2018 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency37% (2018 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency24% (2018 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)39% (model expectation from 2018 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-15.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile27th
Resources & Environment1.8Needs Improvement25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.7:1
Chronic Absenteeism93.1%

Leonardo Valentin Tirado — Students at Leonardo Valentin Tirado score 24% proficient, which is below 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 6.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2018)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 42.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2018)
School
State
N/A

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

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2009
Math
0.5%
ELA
35%
2011
Math
5%
ELA
49%
2012
Math
6%
ELA
43%
2013
Math
5%
ELA
43%
2014
Math
0.5%
ELA
34%
2015
Math
7%
ELA
50%
2016
Math
9%
ELA
52%
2017
Math
12%
ELA
43%
2018
Math
11%
ELA
37%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.4/10.

How Leonardo Valentin Tirado Compares

See how Leonardo Valentin Tirado performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
4.6/10
19th percentile in PR
Academic
4.6/10
Below Average
Growth
6.4/10
Average
Environment
1.8/10
Needs Improvement

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
91%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
23 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
93.1%

Location

PO BOX 1170, Florida, PR 00650

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Leonardo Valentin Tirado may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. HECTOR M. RUIZ MARTINEZ (rated 5.8/10, 5.0 miles away, in nearby Barceloneta), which scores notably higher. Additionally, JESUS T. PINERO MANATI (rated 2.1/10, 6.1 miles away, in nearby Manati), a more accessible option. For more schools in Florida, see our Florida schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 6.4 mi
School Distance Rating
RICARDO RODRIGUEZ TORRES Florida 0.7 mi 8.0
JUAN PONCE DE LEON II Florida 1.0 mi 6.7
JUANITA RAMIREZ GONZALEZ Florida 1.1 mi 6.7
VICENTE ACEVEDO BALLESTER Barceloneta 3.4 mi 6.4
FRANCISCO MENENDEZ BALBANE Manati 3.6 mi 8.5
LUIS A FERRE AGUAYO Arecibo 3.7 mi 4.9
IMBERY Barceloneta 4.5 mi 8.0
TORIBIO RIVERA Ciales 4.8 mi 6.1
HECTOR M. RUIZ MARTINEZ Barceloneta 5.0 mi 5.8
HATO VIEJO CUMBRE Ciales 4.8 mi 5.3
ELI RAMOS ROSARIO Barceloneta 5.2 mi 8.1
ANTONIO TULLA TORRES Utuado 5.6 mi 7.8
FERNANDO SURIA CHAVEZ Barceloneta 5.8 mi 4.5
JESUS T. PINERO MANATI Manati 6.1 mi 2.1
EUGENIO MARIA DE HOSTOS ARECIBO Arecibo 6.5 mi 4.1
DR. CAYETANO COLL Y TOSTE Arecibo 6.4 mi 9.3
FERNANDO CALLEJO Manati 6.4 mi 3.1
TEODOMIRO TABOAS Manati 6.4 mi 5.5
JUAN ANTONIO CORRETJER CIALES Ciales 6.4 mi 4.6
EVARISTO CAMACHO Manati 6.4 mi 8.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 00650 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$19,811

Median Home Value

$104,100

Median Rent

$662/mo

Population

13,457

College Educated

20.1%

Homeownership

69%

Avg Commute

25.9 min

Poverty Rate

52.8%

Median Age

41.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Leonardo Valentin Tirado

What grades does Leonardo Valentin Tirado serve?

Leonardo Valentin Tirado serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Leonardo Valentin Tirado?

Leonardo Valentin Tirado has an enrollment of approximately 246 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Leonardo Valentin Tirado?

The student-teacher ratio at Leonardo Valentin Tirado 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 Leonardo Valentin Tirado rank in PR?

Leonardo Valentin Tirado ranks #685 of 842 schools in PR.

What is Leonardo Valentin Tirado's MySchoolScout rating?

Leonardo Valentin Tirado has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 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 Leonardo Valentin Tirado?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Leonardo Valentin Tirado has 6% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).

Is Leonardo Valentin Tirado a charter school?

No, Leonardo Valentin Tirado is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Leonardo Valentin Tirado a Title I school?

No, Leonardo Valentin Tirado is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Leonardo Valentin Tirado?

91.1% of students at Leonardo Valentin Tirado 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
246
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
23
Free/Reduced Lunch
91.1%
Type
regular
Setting
Small Suburb
County
Florida Municipio
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
93.1%

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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