Very Good
#274 of 842 schools in PR
Top 32% in state
Manuel Ortiz Suya
Elementary School · PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
PO BOX 38, Maunabo, PR 00707
Enrollment
142
Student-Teacher
9.5:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
142
Student-Teacher
9.5:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Puerto Rico schools
#274 of 842
In Maunabo
#1 of 4
public schools
In district
#274 of 842
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
Academic growth
8.4 / 10
Excellent
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About Manuel Ortiz Suya
Manuel Ortiz Suya is a public elementary school in Maunabo, PR, part of PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION. Manuel Ortiz Suya serves approximately 142 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 9.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Manuel Ortiz Suya has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #274 of 842 schools in PR.
Structured state assessment records for Manuel Ortiz Suya show 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 26% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
- This school 7.3 · Very Good
- District avg 7.0
- PR avg 7.0
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 142 students, Manuel Ortiz Suya 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 9.5:1, Manuel Ortiz Suya 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 Ortiz Suya — Students at Manuel Ortiz Suya score 30% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 45%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
90.8%
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: 8.4/10.
How Manuel Ortiz Suya Compares
See how Manuel Ortiz Suya performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
PO BOX 38, Maunabo, PR 00707
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Manuel Ortiz Suya may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. MANUEL ORTIZ (rated 8.9/10, 5.8 miles away, in nearby Yabucoa), which scores notably higher. Another option is JOAQUIN PARRILLA (rated 8.8/10, 6.1 miles away, in nearby Patillas), which scores notably higher. Additionally, JOSE F. CINTRON Y ANEXO (rated 8.1/10, 4.7 miles away, in nearby Yabucoa), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Maunabo, see our Maunabo schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 6.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| WILFREDO LAFUENTE ORTIZ Maunabo | 2.0 mi | 3.6 |
| ALFONSO CASTA MARTINEZ Maunabo | 2.3 mi | 4.7 |
| ROGELIO ROSADO Yabucoa | 2.8 mi | 4.3 |
| MARTA SANCHEZ Yabucoa | 3.0 mi | 7.3 |
| HIGINIO FIGUEROA VILLEGAS Maunabo | 3.0 mi | 4.0 |
| JAIME C. RODRIGUEZ Yabucoa | 4.0 mi | 6.2 |
| RAMON QUINONES MEDINA Yabucoa | 4.2 mi | 6.8 |
| TEODORO AGUILAR MORA Yabucoa | 4.3 mi | 5.2 |
| ROSA COSTA VALDIVIESO Yabucoa | 4.4 mi | 4.2 |
| GUILLERMO RIEFKOHL Patillas | 4.6 mi | 6.5 |
| JOSE F. CINTRON Y ANEXO Yabucoa | 4.7 mi | 8.1 |
| RAFAELINA E. LEBRON FLORES Patillas | 5.1 mi | 5.9 |
| CECILIO LEBRON RAMOS Patillas | 5.2 mi | 8.1 |
| LUIS MUNOZ MARIN YABUCOA Yabucoa | 5.4 mi | 3.7 |
| CRISTOBAL DEL CAMPO Yabucoa | 5.4 mi | 7.8 |
| JOSEFINA MUNOZ DE BERNIER Patillas | 5.5 mi | 5.2 |
| MANUEL ORTIZ Yabucoa | 5.8 mi | 8.9 |
| MARIA DAVILA SEMIDEY Patillas | 5.5 mi | 7.3 |
| ASUNCION LUGO Yabucoa | 6.0 mi | 6.7 |
| JOAQUIN PARRILLA Patillas | 6.1 mi | 8.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 00707 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$19,173
Median Home Value
$106,300
Median Rent
$498/mo
Population
10,400
College Educated
12.8%
Homeownership
74.6%
Avg Commute
27.3 min
Poverty Rate
53.1%
Median Age
48.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| JUAN ALEMANY SILVA Guayama, PR | 7.3 |
| MARTA SANCHEZ Yabucoa, PR | 7.3 |
| NORMA I. TORRES COLON Villalba, PR | 7.3 |
| TOMAS VERA AYALA Moca, PR | 7.3 |
| INES MARIA MENDOZA CAGUAS Caguas, PR | 7.2 |
| JOSE NEVAREZ LOPEZ Toa Baja, PR | 7.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Manuel Ortiz Suya
What grades does Manuel Ortiz Suya serve?
Manuel Ortiz Suya serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Manuel Ortiz Suya?
Manuel Ortiz Suya has an enrollment of approximately 142 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Manuel Ortiz Suya?
The student-teacher ratio at Manuel Ortiz Suya is 9.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Manuel Ortiz Suya rank in PR?
Manuel Ortiz Suya ranks #274 of 842 schools in PR.
What is Manuel Ortiz Suya's MySchoolScout rating?
Manuel Ortiz Suya has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 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 Ortiz Suya?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Manuel Ortiz Suya has 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 26% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
Is Manuel Ortiz Suya a charter school?
No, Manuel Ortiz Suya is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Manuel Ortiz Suya a Title I school?
No, Manuel Ortiz Suya is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Manuel Ortiz Suya?
90.8% of students at Manuel Ortiz Suya 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
- 142
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 15
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 90.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Maunabo Municipio
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 23.9%
- Phone
- (787) 861-4600
Resources & Links
District
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION- District Enrollment
- 240,910
- Schools in District
- 858
- District Rank
- #274 of 842
How We Rate Schools
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