Below Average
#670 of 842 schools in PR
Manuel Velilla
Elementary School · PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
PO BOX 1311, Toa Alta, PR 00953
Enrollment
301
Student-Teacher
10.8:1
Score
4.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
301
Student-Teacher
10.8:1
Score
4.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Puerto Rico schools
#670 of 842
In Toa Alta
#7 of 10
public schools
In district
#670 of 842
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
Academic performance
7.0 / 10
Very Good
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About Manuel Velilla
Manuel Velilla is a public elementary school in Toa Alta, PR, part of PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION. Manuel Velilla serves approximately 301 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 10.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Manuel Velilla has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10 and ranks #670 of 842 schools in PR.
Structured state assessment records for Manuel Velilla show 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 50% 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
The chronic absenteeism rate at Manuel Velilla was 39% 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 Velilla — Students at Manuel Velilla score 41% proficient, which is below 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: 2.7/10.
How Manuel Velilla Compares
See how Manuel Velilla performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
PO BOX 1311, Toa Alta, PR 00953
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Manuel Velilla may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. MARIA J. CORREDOR RIVERA (rated 9.3/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby Toa Baja), which scores notably higher. Another option is JOSE M. DEL VALLE (rated 9.0/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ELEMENTAL REXVILLE (rated 8.2/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Bayamon), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Toa Alta, see our Toa Alta schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ABELARDO DIAZ ALFARO Toa Alta | 0.5 mi | 7.2 |
| MARIA C. OSORIO Toa Alta | 0.5 mi | 7.7 |
| TOMAS (MASO) RIVERA MORALES Toa Alta | 0.6 mi | 4.1 |
| ADELA ROLON FUENTES Toa Alta | 0.6 mi | 5.7 |
| JOSE M. DEL VALLE Toa Alta | 1.2 mi | 9.0 |
| FRANCISCO MANRIQUE CABRERA Bayamon | 1.6 mi | 5.5 |
| ELEMENTAL REXVILLE Bayamon | 1.8 mi | 8.2 |
| MARTIN GARCIA GIUSTI Toa Baja | 2.1 mi | 5.0 |
| PABLO CASALS Bayamon | 2.1 mi | 7.5 |
| MARIA VAZQUEZ DE UMPIERRE Bayamon | 2.2 mi | 6.0 |
| MARIA J. CORREDOR RIVERA Toa Baja | 2.4 mi | 9.3 |
| MARTA VELEZ DE FAJARDO Bayamon | 2.4 mi | 6.5 |
| VIOLANTA JIMENEZ Toa Alta | 2.4 mi | 7.9 |
| JOSE PABLO MORALES Toa Alta | 2.5 mi | 4.1 |
| NICOLAS SEVILLA Toa Alta | 2.5 mi | 6.5 |
| FRANCISCO GAZTAMBIDE VEGA Bayamon | 2.6 mi | 5.3 |
| ALEJANDRO JR. CRUZ Toa Alta | 2.6 mi | 4.3 |
| MIGUEL MELENDEZ MUNOZ BAYAMON Bayamon | 2.6 mi | 6.9 |
| EPIFANIO FERNANDEZ VANGA Bayamon | 2.9 mi | 8.0 |
| DR. HIRAM GONZALEZ Bayamon | 3.0 mi | 7.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 00953 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$33,888
Median Home Value
$154,600
Median Rent
$752/mo
Population
66,475
College Educated
28.6%
Homeownership
81.7%
Avg Commute
39 min
Poverty Rate
33.2%
Median Age
41.4
Similar Schools
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 |
| LUIS MUNOZ RIVERA II Guaynabo, PR | 4.7 |
| MANUEL RUIZ GANDIA Arecibo, PR | 4.7 |
| PEDRO MILLAN RIVERA Caguas, PR | 4.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Manuel Velilla
What grades does Manuel Velilla serve?
Manuel Velilla serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Manuel Velilla?
Manuel Velilla has an enrollment of approximately 301 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Manuel Velilla?
The student-teacher ratio at Manuel Velilla is 10.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Manuel Velilla rank in PR?
Manuel Velilla ranks #670 of 842 schools in PR.
What is Manuel Velilla's MySchoolScout rating?
Manuel Velilla 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 Velilla?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Manuel Velilla has 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
Is Manuel Velilla a charter school?
No, Manuel Velilla is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Manuel Velilla a Title I school?
No, Manuel Velilla is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Manuel Velilla?
91.0% of students at Manuel Velilla 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
- 301
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 28
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 91.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Toa Alta Municipio
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 38.9%
- Phone
- (787) 797-3558
Resources & Links
District
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION- District Enrollment
- 240,910
- Schools in District
- 858
- District Rank
- #670 of 842
How We Rate Schools
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