Below Average
#678 of 842 schools in PR
Manuel Ruiz Gandia
Elementary School · PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
PO BOX 9937, Arecibo, PR 00612
Enrollment
396
Student-Teacher
9.4:1
Score
4.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
396
Student-Teacher
9.4:1
Score
4.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Puerto Rico schools
#678 of 842
In Arecibo
#16 of 20
public schools
In district
#678 of 842
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
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About Manuel Ruiz Gandia
Manuel Ruiz Gandia is a public elementary school in Arecibo, PR, part of PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION. Manuel Ruiz Gandia serves approximately 396 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 9.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Manuel Ruiz Gandia has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10 and ranks #678 of 842 schools in PR.
Structured state assessment records for Manuel Ruiz Gandia show 23% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
- This school 4.7 · Below Average
- District avg 7.0
- PR avg 7.0
What Parents Should Know
With a student-teacher ratio of 9.4:1, Manuel Ruiz Gandia 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.
The chronic absenteeism rate at Manuel Ruiz Gandia was 55% 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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Manuel Ruiz Gandia — Students at Manuel Ruiz Gandia score 24% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
91.2%
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: 4.6/10.
How Manuel Ruiz Gandia Compares
See how Manuel Ruiz Gandia performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
PO BOX 9937, Arecibo, PR 00612
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Manuel Ruiz Gandia may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ELBA LUGO CARRION (rated 9.5/10, 2.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is CARMEN NOELIA PERAZA TOLEDO (rated 8.6/10, 3.0 miles away, in nearby Hatillo), which scores notably higher. Additionally, JULIO SEIJO (rated 8.3/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Arecibo, see our Arecibo schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| JULIO SEIJO Arecibo | 1.7 mi | 8.3 |
| ANIBAL REYES BELEN Hatillo | 2.0 mi | 5.5 |
| ELBA LUGO CARRION Arecibo | 2.4 mi | 9.5 |
| LUIS MELENDEZ RODRIGUEZ Hatillo | 2.3 mi | 4.0 |
| VICTOR ROJAS I Arecibo | 2.6 mi | 5.6 |
| TIMOTEO DELGADO Hatillo | 2.7 mi | 5.1 |
| ABELARDO MARTINEZ OTERO Arecibo | 3.0 mi | 7.7 |
| COTTO ANEXO Arecibo | 3.0 mi | 7.2 |
| CARMEN NOELIA PERAZA TOLEDO Hatillo | 3.0 mi | 8.6 |
| TRINA PADILLA DE SANZ ARECIBO Arecibo | 3.1 mi | 5.6 |
| LUIS MUNOZ MARIN ARECIBO Arecibo | 3.1 mi | 3.8 |
| JOHN W. HARRIS Arecibo | 3.1 mi | 6.3 |
| FRANCISCO PACHIN MARIN Arecibo | 3.4 mi | 5.8 |
| ENRIQUE DE JESUS BORRAS Arecibo | 3.4 mi | 5.7 |
| DRA. MARIA CADILLA DE MARTINEZ Arecibo | 3.7 mi | 4.2 |
| EUGENIO MARIA DE HOSTOS HATILLO Hatillo | 4.7 mi | 6.2 |
| LUIS MUNOZ RIVERA HATILLO Hatillo | 4.7 mi | 5.5 |
| RAFAEL ZAMOT CRUZ Hatillo | 5.2 mi | 7.5 |
| ANGELICA GOMEZ DE BETANCOURT Arecibo | 5.4 mi | 4.6 |
| SUPERIOR VOCACIONAL DE ARECIBO Arecibo | 5.3 mi | 6.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 00612 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$23,831
Median Home Value
$112,300
Median Rent
$503/mo
Population
62,462
College Educated
29.5%
Homeownership
61.2%
Avg Commute
25.9 min
Poverty Rate
40.8%
Median Age
44.7
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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ABELARDO DIAZ MORALES Caguas, PR | 4.7 |
| ANTONIO BADILLO HERNANDEZ Aguadilla, PR | 4.7 |
| FEDERICO DEGETAU Barranquitas, PR | 4.7 |
| LUCY GRILLASCA Ponce, PR | 4.7 |
| LUIS MUNOZ RIVERA II Guaynabo, PR | 4.7 |
| MANUEL VELILLA Toa Alta, PR | 4.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Manuel Ruiz Gandia
What grades does Manuel Ruiz Gandia serve?
Manuel Ruiz Gandia serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Manuel Ruiz Gandia?
Manuel Ruiz Gandia has an enrollment of approximately 396 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Manuel Ruiz Gandia?
The student-teacher ratio at Manuel Ruiz Gandia is 9.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Manuel Ruiz Gandia rank in PR?
Manuel Ruiz Gandia ranks #678 of 842 schools in PR.
What is Manuel Ruiz Gandia's MySchoolScout rating?
Manuel Ruiz Gandia 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 Manuel Ruiz Gandia?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Manuel Ruiz Gandia has 23% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
Is Manuel Ruiz Gandia a charter school?
No, Manuel Ruiz Gandia is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Manuel Ruiz Gandia a Title I school?
No, Manuel Ruiz Gandia is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Manuel Ruiz Gandia?
91.2% of students at Manuel Ruiz Gandia 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
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 396
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 42
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 91.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Arecibo Municipio
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 54.8%
- Phone
- (787) 879-0851
Resources & Links
District
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION- District Enrollment
- 240,910
- Schools in District
- 858
- District Rank
- #678 of 842
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