Excellent
#91 of 842 schools in PR
Top 11% in state
Llanos Del Sur
Elementary School · PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
PO BOX 839, Ponce, PR 00780
Enrollment
264
Student-Teacher
9.4:1
Score
8.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 7th
Enrollment
264
Student-Teacher
9.4:1
Score
8.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 7th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Puerto Rico schools
#91 of 842
In Ponce
#6 of 38
public schools
In district
#91 of 842
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
Academic growth
8.9 / 10
Excellent
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Llanos Del Sur
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About Llanos Del Sur
Llanos Del Sur is a public elementary school in Ponce, PR, part of PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION. Llanos Del Sur serves approximately 264 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-7th, and has a 9.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Llanos Del Sur has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.7 out of 10 and ranks #91 of 842 schools in PR.
Structured state assessment records for Llanos Del Sur show 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
- This school 8.7 · Excellent
- District avg 7.0
- PR avg 7.0
What Parents Should Know
With a student-teacher ratio of 9.4:1, Llanos Del Sur 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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Llanos Del Sur — Students at Llanos Del Sur score 58% 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: 8.9/10.
How Llanos Del Sur Compares
See how Llanos Del Sur performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
PO BOX 839, Ponce, PR 00780
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Llanos Del Sur may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. RUTHFORD B. HAYES (rated 9.2/10, 3.1 miles away, in nearby Juana Diaz), which scores slightly higher. Another option is CAPITANEJO (rated 9.0/10, 2.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, HERMINIA GARCIA (rated 8.8/10, 2.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Ponce, see our Ponce schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| SUPERIOR JUAN SERRALLES Ponce | 0.3 mi | 6.1 |
| INTERMEDIA JUAN SERRALLES Ponce | 0.4 mi | 4.8 |
| DR. PEDRO ALBIZU CAMPOS JUANA DIAZ Juana Diaz | 1.4 mi | 5.5 |
| PEDRO COLON SANTIAGO Juana Diaz | 1.9 mi | 7.9 |
| DR. MAXIMO DONOSO SANCHEZ Juana Diaz | 2.3 mi | 7.4 |
| SUPERIOR JARDINES DE PONCE Ponce | 2.6 mi | 5.1 |
| JARDINES DE PONCE Ponce | 2.7 mi | 5.2 |
| CAPITANEJO Ponce | 2.9 mi | 9.0 |
| FELIPE COLON DIAZ Juana Diaz | 2.8 mi | 5.2 |
| HERMINIA GARCIA Ponce | 2.9 mi | 8.8 |
| LUIS LLORENS TORRES JUANA DIAZ Juana Diaz | 2.9 mi | 5.8 |
| ZOILO GRACIA Juana Diaz | 3.2 mi | 8.5 |
| CARMEN BELEN VEIGA Juana Diaz | 3.0 mi | 5.6 |
| RUTHFORD B. HAYES Juana Diaz | 3.1 mi | 9.2 |
| MANUEL FERNANDEZ JUNCOS Juana Diaz | 3.1 mi | 6.3 |
| JOSEFINA BOYA LEON Ponce | 3.3 mi | 7.0 |
| MANUEL GONZALEZ PATO Ponce | 3.5 mi | 5.9 |
| ERNESTO RAMOS ANTONINI PONCE Ponce | 3.6 mi | 5.0 |
| RODULFO DEL VALLE Ponce | 3.9 mi | 8.4 |
| SANTA TERESITA Ponce | 3.9 mi | 8.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 00780 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$26,483
Median Home Value
$121,500
Median Rent
$745/mo
Population
13,612
College Educated
32.9%
Homeownership
86%
Avg Commute
23.3 min
Poverty Rate
40.6%
Median Age
39.9
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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ANTONIO VAZQUEZ RAMOS Barranquitas, PR | 8.7 |
| ANTONIO VELEZ ALVARADO Manati, PR | 8.7 |
| ELEMENTAL BO. QUEBRADA NEGRITO Trujillo Alto, PR | 8.7 |
| JOSEFITA MONSERRATE DE SELLES Bayamon, PR | 8.7 |
| ANA JOAQUINA ORTIZ ORTIZ Orocovis, PR | 8.6 |
| CARMEN NOELIA PERAZA TOLEDO Hatillo, PR | 8.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Llanos Del Sur
What grades does Llanos Del Sur serve?
Llanos Del Sur serves students in grades Kindergarten through 7th.
How many students attend Llanos Del Sur?
Llanos Del Sur has an enrollment of approximately 264 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Llanos Del Sur?
The student-teacher ratio at Llanos Del Sur is 9.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Llanos Del Sur rank in PR?
Llanos Del Sur ranks #91 of 842 schools in PR.
What is Llanos Del Sur's MySchoolScout rating?
Llanos Del Sur has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.7 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 Llanos Del Sur?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Llanos Del Sur has 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
Is Llanos Del Sur a charter school?
No, Llanos Del Sur is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Llanos Del Sur a Title I school?
No, Llanos Del Sur is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Llanos Del Sur?
90.9% of students at Llanos Del Sur 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
- 41 Car-Dependent
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 7th
- Enrollment
- 264
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 28
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 90.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small Suburb
- County
- Ponce Municipio
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 17.0%
- Phone
- (787) 848-1105
Resources & Links
District
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION- District Enrollment
- 240,910
- Schools in District
- 858
- District Rank
- #91 of 842
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