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#638 of 842 schools in PR

Luis a Ferre Aguayo

Elementary School · PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION

PO BOX 717, Arecibo, PR 00614

Enrollment

589

Student-Teacher

8.9:1

Score

4.9

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Puerto Rico schools

#638 of 842

In Arecibo

#15 of 20

public schools

In district

#638 of 842

PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION

School environment

9.0 / 10

Excellent

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Luis a Ferre Aguayo

4.9/10

Elementary School in Arecibo · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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6.4/10

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9.3/10

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About Luis a Ferre Aguayo

Luis a Ferre Aguayo is a public elementary school in Arecibo, PR, part of PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION. Luis a Ferre Aguayo serves approximately 589 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 8.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Luis a Ferre Aguayo has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10 and ranks #638 of 842 schools in PR.

Structured state assessment records for Luis a Ferre Aguayo show 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).

How it compares2.1 pts below district
  • This school 4.9 · Below Average
  • District avg 7.0
  • PR avg 7.0

What Parents Should Know

With a student-teacher ratio of 8.9:1, Luis a Ferre Aguayo 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress2.6Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data9
Annual Change-1.44 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2018
TrendDeclining
Academics6.0Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency20% (2018 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency43% (2018 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency32% (2018 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)38% (model expectation from 2018 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-6.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile43th
Resources & Environment9.0Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio8.9:1
Chronic Absenteeism6.5%

Luis a Ferre Aguayo — Students at Luis a Ferre Aguayo score 32% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

91.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores PR EDFACTS (2017-18)

Math Proficiency 34.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2018)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 53.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2018)
School
State
N/A

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

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
50%
ELA
65%
2011
Math
31%
ELA
46%
2012
Math
27%
ELA
44%
2013
Math
38%
ELA
57%
2014
Math
41%
ELA
54%
2015
Math
47%
ELA
66%
2016
Math
36%
ELA
58%
2017
Math
24%
ELA
44%
2018
Math
20%
ELA
43%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 2.6/10.

How Luis a Ferre Aguayo Compares

See how Luis a Ferre Aguayo performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
4.9/10
24th percentile in PR
Academic
6.0/10
Average
Growth
2.6/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
9.0/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
91%
Teaching Staff
9:1 student-teacher ratio
66 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
6.5%

Location

PO BOX 717, Arecibo, PR 00614

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Luis a Ferre Aguayo may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. DR. CAYETANO COLL Y TOSTE (rated 9.3/10, 2.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is FACTOR 5 (rated 8.5/10, 3.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, FRANCISCO MENENDEZ BALBANE (rated 8.5/10, 5.0 miles away, in nearby Manati), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Arecibo, see our Arecibo schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 8.0 mi
School Distance Rating
VICENTE ACEVEDO BALLESTER Barceloneta 2.1 mi 6.4
DR. CAYETANO COLL Y TOSTE Arecibo 2.8 mi 9.3
EUGENIO MARIA DE HOSTOS ARECIBO Arecibo 3.3 mi 4.1
LEONARDO VALENTIN TIRADO Florida 3.7 mi 4.6
RICARDO RODRIGUEZ TORRES Florida 3.8 mi 8.0
IMBERY Barceloneta 3.8 mi 8.0
FACTOR 5 Arecibo 3.8 mi 8.5
HECTOR M. RUIZ MARTINEZ Barceloneta 4.0 mi 5.8
JUAN PONCE DE LEON II Florida 4.3 mi 6.7
ELI RAMOS ROSARIO Barceloneta 4.4 mi 8.1
FEDERICO DEGETAU ARECIBO Arecibo 4.6 mi 5.7
JUANITA RAMIREZ GONZALEZ Florida 4.8 mi 6.7
SUPERIOR VOCACIONAL DE ARECIBO Arecibo 4.9 mi 6.8
FRANCISCO MENENDEZ BALBANE Manati 5.0 mi 8.5
FERNANDO SURIA CHAVEZ Barceloneta 5.3 mi 4.5
ENRIQUE DE JESUS BORRAS Arecibo 6.1 mi 5.7
ANTONIO TULLA TORRES Utuado 7.6 mi 7.8
ANGELICA GOMEZ DE BETANCOURT Arecibo 7.5 mi 4.6
JESUS T. PINERO MANATI Manati 7.6 mi 2.1
TORIBIO RIVERA Ciales 8.0 mi 6.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Luis a Ferre Aguayo

What grades does Luis a Ferre Aguayo serve?

Luis a Ferre Aguayo serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.

How many students attend Luis a Ferre Aguayo?

Luis a Ferre Aguayo has an enrollment of approximately 589 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Luis a Ferre Aguayo?

The student-teacher ratio at Luis a Ferre Aguayo is 8.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Luis a Ferre Aguayo rank in PR?

Luis a Ferre Aguayo ranks #638 of 842 schools in PR.

What is Luis a Ferre Aguayo's MySchoolScout rating?

Luis a Ferre Aguayo has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 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 Luis a Ferre Aguayo?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Luis a Ferre Aguayo has 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).

Is Luis a Ferre Aguayo a charter school?

No, Luis a Ferre Aguayo is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Luis a Ferre Aguayo a Title I school?

No, Luis a Ferre Aguayo is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Luis a Ferre Aguayo?

91.2% of students at Luis a Ferre Aguayo 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
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
589
Student-Teacher Ratio
8.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
66
Free/Reduced Lunch
91.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Small Suburb
County
Arecibo Municipio
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
6.5%

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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