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#308 of 842 schools in PR

Top 37% in state

Luis A. Ferre Aguayo

Elementary School · PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION

PO BOX 2208, Yauco, PR 00698

Enrollment

78

Student-Teacher

6:1

Score

7.1

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Puerto Rico schools

#308 of 842

In Yauco

#9 of 15

public schools

In district

#308 of 842

PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION

School environment

9.1 / 10

Excellent

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Luis A. Ferre Aguayo

7.1/10

Elementary School in Yauco · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Luis A. Ferre Aguayo

Luis A. Ferre Aguayo is a public elementary school in Yauco, PR, part of PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION. Luis A.

Ferre Aguayo serves approximately 78 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 6:1 student-teacher ratio. Luis A. Ferre Aguayo has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #308 of 842 schools in PR.

Structured state assessment records for Luis A. Ferre Aguayo show 66% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 71% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 7.1 · Very Good
  • District avg 7.0
  • PR avg 7.0

What Parents Should Know

With an enrollment of 78 students, Luis A. Ferre Aguayo 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 6:1, 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 Progress5.2Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data9
Annual Change+0.2 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2018
TrendStable
Academics8.9Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency67% (2018 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency62% (2018 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency65% (2018 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)41% (model expectation from 2018 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+23.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile83th
Resources & Environment9.1Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio6:1
Chronic Absenteeism6.4%

Luis A. Ferre Aguayo — Students at Luis A. Ferre Aguayo score 64% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

91%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores PR EDFACTS (2017-18)

Math Proficiency 66.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2018)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 70.6% (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
62%
ELA
77%
2011
Math
52%
ELA
72%
2012
Math
57%
ELA
67%
2013
Math
62%
ELA
77%
2014
Math
82%
ELA
72%
2015
Math
77%
ELA
77%
2016
Math
62%
ELA
67%
2017
Math
74.5%
ELA
64.5%
2018
Math
67%
ELA
62%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 5.2/10.

How Luis A. Ferre Aguayo Compares

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

Overall Score
7.1/10
64th percentile in PR
Academic
8.9/10
Excellent
Growth
5.2/10
Average
Environment
9.1/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
91%
Teaching Staff
6:1 student-teacher ratio
13 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
6.4%

Location

PO BOX 2208, Yauco, PR 00698

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Luis A. Ferre Aguayo may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ELSA E. COUTO ANNONI (rated 9.5/10, 3.7 miles away, in nearby Guanica), which scores notably higher. Another option is BENICIA VELEZ (rated 9.4/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, INES MARIA MENDOZA YAUCO (rated 9.3/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Yauco, see our Yauco schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.8 mi
School Distance Rating
MAGUEYES II Guanica 1.1 mi 5.3
INES MARIA MENDOZA YAUCO Yauco 1.2 mi 9.3
LOAIZA CORDERO DEL ROSARIO Yauco 1.3 mi 6.2
BENICIA VELEZ Yauco 1.6 mi 9.4
SUPERIOR OCUPACIONAL Y TECNICA DE YAUCO Yauco 1.7 mi 6.0
PROFESORA LUISA MONSEGUR VELEZ Yauco 1.8 mi 9.3
JOSE ONOFRE TORRES Yauco 1.8 mi 4.5
LUIS MUNOZ RIVERA GUANICA Guanica 1.8 mi 8.9
ERNESTO RAMOS ANTONINI YAUCO Yauco 2.0 mi 9.3
LUIS MUNOZ RIVERA YAUCO Yauco 2.0 mi 7.7
ELVIRA VICENTE Yauco 2.0 mi 5.8
SANTIAGO NEGRONI Yauco 2.0 mi 8.0
ARTURO LLUBERAS Yauco 2.1 mi 8.6
ALMACIGO ALTO II Yauco 3.4 mi 8.2
AUREA E. QUILES CLAUDIO Guanica 3.3 mi 5.6
AGRIPINA SEDA Guanica 3.6 mi 5.0
MARIA L. MCDOUGALL Guanica 3.6 mi 7.5
ELSA E. COUTO ANNONI Guanica 3.7 mi 9.5
HIPOLITO GARCIA BORRERO Guayanilla 4.0 mi 5.5
DAVID ANTONGIORGI CORDOVA Sabana Grande 4.8 mi 7.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 00698 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$21,921

Median Home Value

$99,100

Median Rent

$521/mo

Population

32,945

College Educated

27.2%

Homeownership

74%

Avg Commute

20 min

Poverty Rate

44.8%

Median Age

46.2

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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 Pre-K through 6th.

How many students attend Luis A. Ferre Aguayo?

Luis A. Ferre Aguayo has an enrollment of approximately 78 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Luis A. Ferre Aguayo is 6:1. 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 #308 of 842 schools in PR.

What is Luis A. Ferre Aguayo's MySchoolScout rating?

Luis A. Ferre Aguayo has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 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 66% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 71% 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?

91.0% 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
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
78
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
Teachers (FTE)
13
Free/Reduced Lunch
91.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Small Suburb
County
Yauco Municipio
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
6.4%

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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