Below Average
#682 of 842 schools in PR
Margarita Rivera De Janer
Elementary School · PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
PO BOX 879, Gurabo, PR 00778
Enrollment
332
Student-Teacher
8.7:1
Score
4.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
332
Student-Teacher
8.7:1
Score
4.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Puerto Rico schools
#682 of 842
In Gurabo
#5 of 6
public schools
In district
#682 of 842
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
Academic performance
7.2 / 10
Very Good
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About Margarita Rivera De Janer
Margarita Rivera De Janer is a public elementary school in Gurabo, PR, part of PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION. Margarita Rivera De Janer serves approximately 332 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 8.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Margarita Rivera De Janer has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 out of 10 and ranks #682 of 842 schools in PR.
Structured state assessment records for Margarita Rivera De Janer show 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
- This school 4.6 · Below Average
- District avg 7.0
- PR avg 7.0
What Parents Should Know
With a student-teacher ratio of 8.7:1, Margarita Rivera De Janer 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 Margarita Rivera De Janer was 32% 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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Margarita Rivera De Janer — Students at Margarita Rivera De Janer score 44% 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: 2.0/10.
How Margarita Rivera De Janer Compares
See how Margarita Rivera De Janer performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
PO BOX 879, Gurabo, PR 00778
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Margarita Rivera De Janer may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PEPITA GARRIGA (rated 8.5/10, 3.9 miles away, in nearby Caguas), which scores notably higher. Another option is BENITA GONZALEZ QUINONES (rated 8.3/10, 3.4 miles away, in nearby Caguas), which scores notably higher. Additionally, CARMEN ARZUAGA DE RIVERA (rated 7.8/10, 4.3 miles away, in nearby Juncos), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Gurabo, see our Gurabo schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| MATIAS GONZALEZ GARCIA Gurabo | 0.3 mi | 3.2 |
| VILLA MARINA Gurabo | 0.4 mi | 6.5 |
| DRA. CONCHITA CUEVAS Gurabo | 0.4 mi | 5.9 |
| JOSEFINA SITIRICHE Gurabo | 1.0 mi | 6.5 |
| VIDAL SERRANO Gurabo | 2.7 mi | 6.8 |
| ABELARDO DIAZ MORALES Caguas | 3.0 mi | 4.7 |
| ROBERTO SILVA MORALES Juncos | 3.4 mi | 7.6 |
| BENITA GONZALEZ QUINONES Caguas | 3.4 mi | 8.3 |
| MANUELA TORO MORICE Caguas | 3.4 mi | 5.9 |
| FELIPE RIVERA CENTENO Caguas | 3.5 mi | 5.0 |
| INES MARIA MENDOZA CAGUAS Caguas | 3.6 mi | 7.2 |
| JOSE MERCADO Caguas | 3.8 mi | 7.2 |
| REPUBLICA DE COSTA RICA Caguas | 3.8 mi | 7.4 |
| PEPITA GARRIGA Caguas | 3.9 mi | 8.5 |
| ANTONIO FERNOS ISERN San Lorenzo | 4.1 mi | 6.5 |
| NICOLAS AGUAYO ALDEA Caguas | 4.1 mi | 6.9 |
| ALFONSO DIAZ LEBRON Juncos | 4.3 mi | 3.6 |
| CARMEN ARZUAGA DE RIVERA Juncos | 4.3 mi | 7.8 |
| PEDRO MILLAN RIVERA Caguas | 4.3 mi | 4.7 |
| GENEROSO MORALES MUNOZ San Lorenzo | 4.6 mi | 4.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 00778 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$39,564
Median Home Value
$160,200
Median Rent
$674/mo
Population
40,391
College Educated
33.9%
Homeownership
77.3%
Avg Commute
34.1 min
Poverty Rate
32%
Median Age
41.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ARIANYS NICOLE ROSA LUQUIS Ciales, PR | 4.6 |
| ANTONIO ROSA GUZMAN Humacao, PR | 4.5 |
| 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 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Margarita Rivera De Janer
What grades does Margarita Rivera De Janer serve?
Margarita Rivera De Janer serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Margarita Rivera De Janer?
Margarita Rivera De Janer has an enrollment of approximately 332 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Margarita Rivera De Janer?
The student-teacher ratio at Margarita Rivera De Janer is 8.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Margarita Rivera De Janer rank in PR?
Margarita Rivera De Janer ranks #682 of 842 schools in PR.
What is Margarita Rivera De Janer's MySchoolScout rating?
Margarita Rivera De Janer has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 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 Margarita Rivera De Janer?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Margarita Rivera De Janer has 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
Is Margarita Rivera De Janer a charter school?
No, Margarita Rivera De Janer is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Margarita Rivera De Janer a Title I school?
No, Margarita Rivera De Janer is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Margarita Rivera De Janer?
91.0% of students at Margarita Rivera De Janer 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
- 332
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 38
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 91.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Gurabo Municipio
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 31.9%
- Phone
- (787) 737-6594
Resources & Links
District
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION- District Enrollment
- 240,910
- Schools in District
- 858
- District Rank
- #682 of 842
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