Average
#416 of 842 schools in PR
Top 49% in state
Manuel Fernandez Juncos
Elementary School · PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
PO BOX 846, Juana Diaz, PR 00795
Enrollment
388
Student-Teacher
9.9:1
Score
6.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
388
Student-Teacher
9.9:1
Score
6.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Puerto Rico schools
#416 of 842
In Juana Diaz
#6 of 12
public schools
In district
#416 of 842
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
Academic performance
9.0 / 10
Excellent
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About Manuel Fernandez Juncos
Manuel Fernandez Juncos is a public elementary school in Juana Diaz, PR, part of PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION. Manuel Fernandez Juncos serves approximately 388 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 9.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Manuel Fernandez Juncos has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #416 of 842 schools in PR.
Structured state assessment records for Manuel Fernandez Juncos show 74% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
- This school 6.3 · Average
- District avg 7.0
- PR avg 7.0
What Parents Should Know
With a student-teacher ratio of 9.9:1, Manuel Fernandez Juncos 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
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Manuel Fernandez Juncos — Students at Manuel Fernandez Juncos score 67% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
91%
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: 3.8/10.
How Manuel Fernandez Juncos Compares
See how Manuel Fernandez Juncos performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
PO BOX 846, Juana Diaz, PR 00795
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Manuel Fernandez Juncos may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. RUTHFORD B. HAYES (rated 9.2/10, 0.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is CAPITANEJO (rated 9.0/10, 3.7 miles away, in nearby Ponce), which scores notably higher. Additionally, LLANOS DEL SUR (rated 8.7/10, 3.1 miles away, in nearby Ponce), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Juana Diaz, see our Juana Diaz schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| RUTHFORD B. HAYES Juana Diaz | 0.1 mi | 9.2 |
| FELIPE COLON DIAZ Juana Diaz | 0.3 mi | 5.2 |
| LUIS LLORENS TORRES JUANA DIAZ Juana Diaz | 0.4 mi | 5.8 |
| CARMEN BELEN VEIGA Juana Diaz | 0.4 mi | 5.6 |
| PEDRO COLON SANTIAGO Juana Diaz | 1.3 mi | 7.9 |
| FRANCISCO PRADO PICART Juana Diaz | 1.6 mi | 3.7 |
| DR. PEDRO ALBIZU CAMPOS JUANA DIAZ Juana Diaz | 2.7 mi | 5.5 |
| DR. MAXIMO DONOSO SANCHEZ Juana Diaz | 2.8 mi | 7.4 |
| SUPERIOR JUAN SERRALLES Ponce | 3.0 mi | 6.1 |
| INTERMEDIA JUAN SERRALLES Ponce | 3.0 mi | 4.8 |
| LLANOS DEL SUR Ponce | 3.1 mi | 8.7 |
| ZOILO GRACIA Juana Diaz | 3.5 mi | 8.5 |
| CAPITANEJO Ponce | 3.7 mi | 9.0 |
| CRISTINA (AMADA) MARTINEZ MARTINEZ Villalba | 4.0 mi | 6.2 |
| LUIS MUNOZ MARIN JUANA DIAZ Juana Diaz | 4.1 mi | 4.9 |
| JUAN SERAPIO MANGUAL Juana Diaz | 4.1 mi | 8.6 |
| HATILLO Villalba | 4.2 mi | 8.1 |
| CENTRO RESIDENCIAL OPORTUNIDADES EDUCATIVAS VILLALBA (CROEV) Villalba | 4.8 mi | 9.7 |
| DANIEL SERRANO RIVERA Villalba | 5.1 mi | 8.1 |
| FRANCISCO ZAYAS SANTANA Villalba | 5.1 mi | 3.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 00795 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$23,391
Median Home Value
$102,200
Median Rent
$522/mo
Population
43,212
College Educated
27.6%
Homeownership
77.2%
Avg Commute
27.3 min
Poverty Rate
43.3%
Median Age
42.4
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| ALTINENCIA VALLE Toa Baja, PR | 6.2 |
| CRISTOBAL SANTANA MELECIO Dorado, PR | 6.2 |
| DRA. CARMEN DELIA COLON MARTINEZ Aibonito, PR | 6.2 |
| SANAMUERTOS Orocovis, PR | 6.2 |
| CARMEN BENITEZ Las Piedras, PR | 6.4 |
| EDUARDO NEUMANN GANDIA Ponce, PR | 6.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Manuel Fernandez Juncos
What grades does Manuel Fernandez Juncos serve?
Manuel Fernandez Juncos serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Manuel Fernandez Juncos?
Manuel Fernandez Juncos has an enrollment of approximately 388 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Manuel Fernandez Juncos?
The student-teacher ratio at Manuel Fernandez Juncos is 9.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Manuel Fernandez Juncos rank in PR?
Manuel Fernandez Juncos ranks #416 of 842 schools in PR.
What is Manuel Fernandez Juncos's MySchoolScout rating?
Manuel Fernandez Juncos has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 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 Manuel Fernandez Juncos?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Manuel Fernandez Juncos has 74% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
Is Manuel Fernandez Juncos a charter school?
No, Manuel Fernandez Juncos is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Manuel Fernandez Juncos a Title I school?
No, Manuel Fernandez Juncos is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Manuel Fernandez Juncos?
91.0% of students at Manuel Fernandez Juncos 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
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 388
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 39
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 91.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small Suburb
- County
- Juana Díaz Municipio
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 11.3%
- Phone
- (787) 837-2249
Resources & Links
District
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION- District Enrollment
- 240,910
- Schools in District
- 858
- District Rank
- #416 of 842
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