Below Average
#666 of 842 schools in PR
Luis Munoz Rivera Lajas
Middle School · PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
PO BOX 1497, Lajas, PR 00667
Enrollment
319
Student-Teacher
10.3:1
Score
4.7
Grades
6th – 12th
Enrollment
319
Student-Teacher
10.3:1
Score
4.7
Grades
6th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Puerto Rico schools
#666 of 842
In Lajas
#7 of 8
public schools
In district
#666 of 842
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
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About Luis Munoz Rivera Lajas
Luis Munoz Rivera Lajas is a public middle school in Lajas, PR, part of PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION. Luis Munoz Rivera Lajas serves approximately 319 students, and covers grades 6th-12th, and has a 10.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Luis Munoz Rivera Lajas has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10 and ranks #666 of 842 schools in PR.
Structured state assessment records for Luis Munoz Rivera Lajas show 6% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
- This school 4.7 · Below Average
- District avg 4.7
- PR avg 4.7
What Parents Should Know
The chronic absenteeism rate at Luis Munoz Rivera Lajas was 46% 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
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Luis Munoz Rivera Lajas — Students at Luis Munoz Rivera Lajas score 24% proficient, which is below 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
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 4.5/10.
How Luis Munoz Rivera Lajas Compares
See how Luis Munoz Rivera Lajas performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
PO BOX 1497, Lajas, PR 00667
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Luis Munoz Rivera Lajas may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. HENRY W. LONGFELLOW (rated 9.3/10, 2.7 miles away, in nearby San German), which scores notably higher. Another option is HERMINIA C. RAMIREZ (rated 9.3/10, 4.2 miles away, in nearby San German), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ROSENDO MATIENZO CINTRON (rated 9.0/10, 3.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Lajas, see our Lajas schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 6.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| LEONIDES MORALES RODRIGUEZ Lajas | 0.2 mi | 5.6 |
| ELEMENTAL URBANA DE LAJAS Lajas | 0.7 mi | 7.7 |
| JUAN CANCIO ORTIZ DE LA RENTA Lajas | 1.3 mi | 6.7 |
| JULIO V. GUZMAN San German | 2.2 mi | 5.3 |
| HENRY W. LONGFELLOW San German | 2.7 mi | 9.3 |
| LOLA RODRIGUEZ DE TIO San German | 2.9 mi | 5.7 |
| RAMON OLIVARES Lajas | 3.2 mi | 7.9 |
| ROSENDO MATIENZO CINTRON Lajas | 3.2 mi | 9.0 |
| HERMINIA C. RAMIREZ San German | 4.2 mi | 9.3 |
| BARTOLOME DE LAS CASAS San German | 4.6 mi | 5.6 |
| FRANCISCO MARIA QUINONES San German | 4.7 mi | 5.2 |
| ALEJANDRO TAPIA Y RIVERA LAJAS Lajas | 5.1 mi | 8.7 |
| ANTONIO ACARON CORREA Cabo Rojo | 5.5 mi | 6.7 |
| FEDERICO DEGETAU CABO ROJO Cabo Rojo | 5.8 mi | 7.3 |
| GEORGINA ALVARADO San German | 6.2 mi | 7.9 |
| MARIANO ABRIL San German | 6.1 mi | 8.8 |
| JAMES GARFIELD Cabo Rojo | 6.4 mi | 6.1 |
| INES MARIA MENDOZA DE MUNOZ MARIN CABO ROJO Cabo Rojo | 6.5 mi | 6.4 |
| PEDRO NELSON COLBERG Cabo Rojo | 6.6 mi | 4.7 |
| SEVERO E. COLBERG RAMIREZ Cabo Rojo | 6.7 mi | 5.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 00667 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$18,729
Median Home Value
$103,300
Median Rent
$492/mo
Population
23,116
College Educated
21%
Homeownership
71.2%
Avg Commute
24.1 min
Poverty Rate
52.8%
Median Age
48.4
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| APOLO SAN ANTONIO Vega Alta, PR | 4.7 |
| INTERMEDIA JUAN SERRALLES Ponce, PR | 4.8 |
| ANTONIO S PEDREIRA - PRETECNICA Caguas, PR | 4.6 |
| LEONARDO VALENTIN TIRADO Florida, PR | 4.6 |
| ERNESTO RAMOS ANTONINI SAN JUAN San Juan, PR | 4.5 |
| JOSE ONOFRE TORRES Yauco, PR | 4.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Luis Munoz Rivera Lajas
What grades does Luis Munoz Rivera Lajas serve?
Luis Munoz Rivera Lajas serves students in grades 6th through 12th.
How many students attend Luis Munoz Rivera Lajas?
Luis Munoz Rivera Lajas has an enrollment of approximately 319 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Luis Munoz Rivera Lajas?
The student-teacher ratio at Luis Munoz Rivera Lajas is 10.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Luis Munoz Rivera Lajas rank in PR?
Luis Munoz Rivera Lajas ranks #666 of 842 schools in PR.
What is Luis Munoz Rivera Lajas's MySchoolScout rating?
Luis Munoz Rivera Lajas 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 Luis Munoz Rivera Lajas?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Luis Munoz Rivera Lajas has 6% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
Is Luis Munoz Rivera Lajas a charter school?
No, Luis Munoz Rivera Lajas is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Luis Munoz Rivera Lajas a Title I school?
No, Luis Munoz Rivera Lajas is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Luis Munoz Rivera Lajas?
90.9% of students at Luis Munoz Rivera Lajas qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 319
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 31
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 90.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small Suburb
- County
- Lajas Municipio
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 46.4%
- Phone
- (787) 899-2015
Resources & Links
District
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION- District Enrollment
- 240,910
- Schools in District
- 858
- District Rank
- #666 of 842
How We Rate Schools
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