Excellent
#62 of 842 schools in PR
Top 7% in state
Manuel Ortiz
Elementary School · PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
PO BOX 1064, Yabucoa, PR 00767
Enrollment
194
Student-Teacher
12.1:1
Score
8.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
194
Student-Teacher
12.1:1
Score
8.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Puerto Rico schools
#62 of 842
In Yabucoa
#1 of 15
public schools
In district
#62 of 842
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
Academic growth
9.5 / 10
Excellent
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About Manuel Ortiz
Manuel Ortiz is a public elementary school in Yabucoa, PR, part of PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION. Manuel Ortiz serves approximately 194 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 12.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Manuel Ortiz has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.9 out of 10 and ranks #62 of 842 schools in PR.
Structured state assessment records for Manuel Ortiz show 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
- This school 8.9 · Excellent
- District avg 7.0
- PR avg 7.0
What Parents Should Know
At 194 students, Manuel Ortiz is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
32% of students at Manuel Ortiz 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
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Manuel Ortiz — Students at Manuel Ortiz score 72% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
90.7%
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
↑ ImprovingAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.5/10.
How Manuel Ortiz Compares
See how Manuel Ortiz performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
PO BOX 1064, Yabucoa, PR 00767
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Manuel Ortiz may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. JOSE DE DIEGO LAS PIEDRAS (rated 8.8/10, 4.0 miles away, in nearby Las Piedras), with a very similar rating. Another option is JESUS T. SANABRIA CRUZ (rated 8.3/10, 1.4 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, JOSE F. CINTRON Y ANEXO (rated 8.1/10, 3.7 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Yabucoa, see our Yabucoa schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| JESUS T. SANABRIA CRUZ Yabucoa | 1.4 mi | 8.3 |
| CRISTOBAL DEL CAMPO Yabucoa | 1.6 mi | 7.8 |
| LUIS MUNOZ MARIN YABUCOA Yabucoa | 1.6 mi | 3.7 |
| ROGELIO ROSADO Yabucoa | 3.1 mi | 4.3 |
| MARTA SANCHEZ Yabucoa | 3.3 mi | 7.3 |
| JAIME C. RODRIGUEZ Yabucoa | 3.5 mi | 6.2 |
| JOSE F. CINTRON Y ANEXO Yabucoa | 3.7 mi | 8.1 |
| RAMON QUINONES MEDINA Yabucoa | 3.8 mi | 6.8 |
| TEODORO AGUILAR MORA Yabucoa | 3.8 mi | 5.2 |
| JOSE DE DIEGO LAS PIEDRAS Las Piedras | 4.0 mi | 8.8 |
| ROSA COSTA VALDIVIESO Yabucoa | 4.0 mi | 4.2 |
| ANDRES SANDIN MARTINEZ Yabucoa | 4.5 mi | 5.8 |
| CARLOS ZAYAS San Lorenzo | 5.2 mi | 4.5 |
| CAMINO AL EXITO - ALIANZA Yabucoa | 5.2 mi | 7.3 |
| JORGE ROSARIO DEL VALLE San Lorenzo | 5.4 mi | 4.3 |
| WILFREDO LAFUENTE ORTIZ Maunabo | 5.6 mi | 3.6 |
| ANTONIO ROSA GUZMAN Humacao | 5.6 mi | 4.5 |
| MANUEL ORTIZ SUYA Maunabo | 5.8 mi | 7.3 |
| CANDIDO BERRIOS Humacao | 5.6 mi | 5.1 |
| ALFONSO CASTA MARTINEZ Maunabo | 5.9 mi | 4.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 00767 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$21,414
Median Home Value
$96,600
Median Rent
$500/mo
Population
30,453
College Educated
18.4%
Homeownership
71.2%
Avg Commute
26.8 min
Poverty Rate
49.1%
Median Age
46.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ELEMENTAL MARIANO ABRIL Caguas, PR | 8.9 |
| HERMINIO ARZOLA EMMANUELLI Guayanilla, PR | 8.9 |
| ANA VALLDEJULY Santa Isabel, PR | 8.8 |
| CAPITANEJO Ponce, PR | 9.0 |
| EPIFANIO ESTRADA ISABELA Isabela, PR | 9.0 |
| INES ENCARNACION Fajardo, PR | 9.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Manuel Ortiz
What grades does Manuel Ortiz serve?
Manuel Ortiz serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Manuel Ortiz?
Manuel Ortiz has an enrollment of approximately 194 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Manuel Ortiz?
The student-teacher ratio at Manuel Ortiz is 12.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Manuel Ortiz rank in PR?
Manuel Ortiz ranks #62 of 842 schools in PR.
What is Manuel Ortiz's MySchoolScout rating?
Manuel Ortiz has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.9 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 Manuel Ortiz?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Manuel Ortiz has 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
Is Manuel Ortiz a charter school?
No, Manuel Ortiz is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Manuel Ortiz a Title I school?
No, Manuel Ortiz is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Manuel Ortiz?
90.7% of students at Manuel Ortiz qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
- Walk Score
- 14 Car-Dependent
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 194
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 16
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 90.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Yabucoa Municipio
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 32.0%
- Phone
- (787) 893-5770
Resources & Links
District
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION- District Enrollment
- 240,910
- Schools in District
- 858
- District Rank
- #62 of 842
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