Below Average
#669 of 842 schools in PR
Lucy Grillasca
Elementary School · PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
1615 AVE EDUARDO RUBERTE, Ponce, PR 00733
Enrollment
498
Student-Teacher
9.2:1
Score
4.7
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
498
Student-Teacher
9.2:1
Score
4.7
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Puerto Rico schools
#669 of 842
In Ponce
#35 of 38
public schools
In district
#669 of 842
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
School environment
8.2 / 10
Excellent
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About Lucy Grillasca
Lucy Grillasca is a public elementary school in Ponce, PR, part of PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION. Lucy Grillasca serves approximately 498 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 9.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Lucy Grillasca has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10 and ranks #669 of 842 schools in PR.
Structured state assessment records for Lucy Grillasca show 65% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 70% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
- This school 4.7 · Below Average
- District avg 7.0
- PR avg 7.0
What Parents Should Know
At 9.2:1 students to teachers, Lucy Grillasca sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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Lucy Grillasca — Students at Lucy Grillasca score 37% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
91.2%
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
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 2.2/10.
How Lucy Grillasca Compares
See how Lucy Grillasca performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1615 AVE EDUARDO RUBERTE, Ponce, PR 00733
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Lucy Grillasca may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. LIBRADO NET (rated 9.1/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is JUAN CUEVAS ABOY (rated 8.7/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ABRAHAM LINCOLN PONCE (rated 8.6/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Ponce, see our Ponce schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| JUAN CUEVAS ABOY Ponce | 1.0 mi | 8.7 |
| BERNARDINO CORDERO BERNARD Ponce | 1.1 mi | 6.7 |
| DR. PILA Ponce | 1.4 mi | 6.7 |
| LIBRADO NET Ponce | 1.4 mi | 9.1 |
| EDUARDO NEUMANN GANDIA Ponce | 1.5 mi | 6.4 |
| JAIME L. DREW Ponce | 1.5 mi | 7.9 |
| ANGELA CORDERO BERNARD Ponce | 1.5 mi | 7.2 |
| ANTONIO PAOLI PONCE Ponce | 1.7 mi | 3.5 |
| SOR ISOLINA FERRE Ponce | 1.7 mi | 5.2 |
| HEMETERIO COLON Ponce | 1.7 mi | 5.9 |
| ABRAHAM LINCOLN PONCE Ponce | 1.8 mi | 8.6 |
| FERNANDO LUIS MALAVE OLIVERAS Ponce | 1.8 mi | 5.3 |
| JULIO ALVARADO TRICOCHE Ponce | 1.9 mi | 7.2 |
| DR. JOSE CELSO BARBOSA PONCE Ponce | 2.1 mi | 7.1 |
| PONCE HIGH SCHOOL Ponce | 2.1 mi | 4.9 |
| ISMAEL MALDONADO LUGARO Ponce | 2.1 mi | 6.0 |
| EUGENIO LE COMPTE BENITEZ Ponce | 2.3 mi | 5.2 |
| DR. PEDRO ALBIZU CAMPOS PONCE Ponce | 2.2 mi | 9.6 |
| ANDRES GRILLASCA SALAS Ponce | 2.3 mi | 4.4 |
| DR. RAFAEL PUJALS Ponce | 2.3 mi | 5.8 |
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|---|---|
| ABELARDO DIAZ MORALES Caguas, PR | 4.7 |
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| FEDERICO DEGETAU Barranquitas, PR | 4.7 |
| JOSE SEVERO QUINONES Carolina, PR | 4.7 |
| MANUEL RUIZ GANDIA Arecibo, PR | 4.7 |
| MANUEL VELILLA Toa Alta, PR | 4.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Lucy Grillasca
What grades does Lucy Grillasca serve?
Lucy Grillasca serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Lucy Grillasca?
Lucy Grillasca has an enrollment of approximately 498 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Lucy Grillasca?
The student-teacher ratio at Lucy Grillasca is 9.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Lucy Grillasca rank in PR?
Lucy Grillasca ranks #669 of 842 schools in PR.
What is Lucy Grillasca's MySchoolScout rating?
Lucy Grillasca has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 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 Lucy Grillasca?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Lucy Grillasca has 65% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 70% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
Is Lucy Grillasca a charter school?
No, Lucy Grillasca is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Lucy Grillasca a Title I school?
No, Lucy Grillasca is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Lucy Grillasca?
91.2% of students at Lucy Grillasca 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
- 58 Somewhat Walkable
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 498
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 54
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 91.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Ponce Municipio
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 17.9%
- Phone
- (787) 842-4010
Resources & Links
District
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION- District Enrollment
- 240,910
- Schools in District
- 858
- District Rank
- #669 of 842
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