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#403 of 842 schools in PR

Top 48% in state

Lysander Borrero Terry

School · PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION

PO BOX 1549, Villalba, PR 00766

Enrollment

530

Student-Teacher

12.6:1

Score

6.4

Grades

1st – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Puerto Rico schools

#403 of 842

In Villalba

#6 of 9

public schools

In district

#403 of 842

PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION

Academic growth

7.0 / 10

Very Good

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Lysander Borrero Terry

6.4/10

School in Villalba · grades 1st – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Centro Residencial Oportunidades Educativas Villalba (croev)

9.7/10

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3.8/10

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About Lysander Borrero Terry

Lysander Borrero Terry is a public school in Villalba, PR, part of PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION. Lysander Borrero Terry serves approximately 530 students, and covers grades 1st-12th, and has a 12.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Lysander Borrero Terry has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #403 of 842 schools in PR.

Structured state assessment records for Lysander Borrero Terry show 6% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 6.4 · Average
  • District avg 6.3
  • PR avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

63% of students at Lysander Borrero Terry were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress7.0Very Good25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data9
Annual Change+1 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2018
TrendImproving
Academics5.6Average25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency12% (2018 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency47% (2018 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency30% (2018 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)39% (model expectation from 2018 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-10.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile38th
College Readiness8.1Excellent30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate82%
AP Participation27.5%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment3.9Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.6:1
Chronic Absenteeism62.8%

Lysander Borrero Terry — Students at Lysander Borrero Terry score 30% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

91.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores PR EDFACTS (2017-18)

Math Proficiency 5.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2018)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 39.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2018)
School
State
N/A

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

Proficiency Trend

↑ Improving

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

2009
Math
3%
ELA
33%
2011
Math
3%
ELA
41%
2012
Math
3%
ELA
47%
2013
Math
6%
ELA
30%
2014
Math
0.5%
ELA
31%
2015
Math
2%
ELA
48%
2016
Math
7%
ELA
44%
2017
Math
13%
ELA
38%
2018
Math
12%
ELA
47%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.0/10.

How Lysander Borrero Terry Compares

See how Lysander Borrero Terry performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.4/10
52th percentile in PR
Academic
5.6/10
Average
Growth
7.0/10
Very Good
Environment
3.9/10
Needs Improvement
AP Courses
1
State avg: 1
Advanced STEM
4/5
Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
91%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
42 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
62.8%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs1 AP course offered
27.5% participation·State avg: 1 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses4 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

PO BOX 1549, Villalba, PR 00766

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Lysander Borrero Terry may also want to explore other schools in the area. CENTRO RESIDENCIAL OPORTUNIDADES EDUCATIVAS VILLALBA (CROEV) (rated 9.7/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is RAMON LOPEZ BERRIOS (rated 9.6/10, 2.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, RUTHFORD B. HAYES (rated 9.2/10, 5.2 miles away, in nearby Juana Diaz), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Villalba, see our Villalba schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 6.2 mi
School Distance Rating
CENTRO RESIDENCIAL OPORTUNIDADES EDUCATIVAS VILLALBA (CROEV) Villalba 0.4 mi 9.7
FRANCISCO ZAYAS SANTANA Villalba 0.6 mi 3.8
NORMA I. TORRES COLON Villalba 0.7 mi 7.3
CRISTINA (AMADA) MARTINEZ MARTINEZ Villalba 1.1 mi 6.2
DANIEL SERRANO RIVERA Villalba 1.2 mi 8.1
HATILLO Villalba 1.4 mi 8.1
ISABEL ALVARADO ALVARADO Villalba 1.8 mi 4.0
RAMON LOPEZ BERRIOS Villalba 2.8 mi 9.6
ZOILO GRACIA Juana Diaz 3.6 mi 8.5
FRANCISCO PRADO PICART Juana Diaz 3.7 mi 3.7
MANUEL FERNANDEZ JUNCOS Juana Diaz 5.1 mi 6.3
MATRULLAS Orocovis 5.2 mi 4.6
RUTHFORD B. HAYES Juana Diaz 5.2 mi 9.2
FELIPE COLON DIAZ Juana Diaz 5.3 mi 5.2
PEDRO COLON SANTIAGO Juana Diaz 5.3 mi 7.9
LUIS LLORENS TORRES JUANA DIAZ Juana Diaz 5.5 mi 5.8
CARMEN BELEN VEIGA Juana Diaz 5.6 mi 5.6
BONIFACIO ALVARADO Orocovis 5.5 mi 8.7
INTERMEDIA JUAN SERRALLES Ponce 6.1 mi 4.8
SUPERIOR JUAN SERRALLES Ponce 6.2 mi 6.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 00766 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$24,906

Median Home Value

$102,900

Median Rent

$519/mo

Population

21,829

College Educated

22.4%

Homeownership

78.7%

Avg Commute

29.3 min

Poverty Rate

41.8%

Median Age

43.4

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Lysander Borrero Terry

What grades does Lysander Borrero Terry serve?

Lysander Borrero Terry serves students in grades 1st through 12th.

How many students attend Lysander Borrero Terry?

Lysander Borrero Terry has an enrollment of approximately 530 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Lysander Borrero Terry?

The student-teacher ratio at Lysander Borrero Terry is 12.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Lysander Borrero Terry rank in PR?

Lysander Borrero Terry ranks #403 of 842 schools in PR.

What is Lysander Borrero Terry's MySchoolScout rating?

Lysander Borrero Terry has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 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 Lysander Borrero Terry?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Lysander Borrero Terry has 6% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).

Is Lysander Borrero Terry a charter school?

No, Lysander Borrero Terry is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Lysander Borrero Terry a Title I school?

No, Lysander Borrero Terry is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Lysander Borrero Terry?

91.1% of students at Lysander Borrero Terry 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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Neighborhood Context

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
1st – 12th
Enrollment
530
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
42
Free/Reduced Lunch
91.1%
Type
regular
Setting
Small Suburb
County
Villalba Municipio
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
62.8%
4-Year Graduation
82.0%

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