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Very Good

#234 of 842 schools in PR

Top 28% in state

Maria C. Osorio

Elementary School · PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION

URB TOA ALTA HEIGHTS CALLE 19 BO PINAS, Toa Alta, PR 00953

Enrollment

273

Student-Teacher

10.5:1

Score

7.7

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Puerto Rico schools

#234 of 842

In Toa Alta

#3 of 10

public schools

In district

#234 of 842

PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION

Academic growth

8.5 / 10

Excellent

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Maria C. Osorio

7.7/10

Elementary School in Toa Alta · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Maria C. Osorio

Maria C. Osorio is a public elementary school in Toa Alta, PR, part of PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION. Maria C.

Osorio serves approximately 273 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 10.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Maria C. Osorio has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10 and ranks #234 of 842 schools in PR.

Structured state assessment records for Maria C. Osorio show 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).

How it compares0.7 pts above district
  • This school 7.7 · Very Good
  • District avg 7.0
  • PR avg 7.0

What Parents Should Know

The chronic absenteeism rate at Maria C. Osorio was 51% 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.5Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data9
Annual Change+2.37 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2018
TrendImproving
Academics7.9Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency48% (2018 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency54% (2018 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency51% (2018 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)45% (model expectation from 2018 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+6.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile68th
Resources & Environment5.4Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.5:1
Chronic Absenteeism50.5%

Maria C. Osorio — Students at Maria C. Osorio score 51% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 45%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

90.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores PR EDFACTS (2017-18)

Math Proficiency 41.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2018)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 46.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2018)
School
State
N/A

Based on 18 test records from PR state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↑ Improving

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
21%
ELA
29%
2011
Math
43%
ELA
51%
2012
Math
41%
ELA
54%
2013
Math
35%
ELA
40%
2014
Math
33%
ELA
36%
2015
Math
54%
ELA
55%
2016
Math
37%
ELA
41%
2017
Math
63%
ELA
58%
2018
Math
48%
ELA
54%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.5/10.

How Maria C. Osorio Compares

See how Maria C. Osorio performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.7/10
72th percentile in PR
Academic
7.9/10
Very Good
Growth
8.5/10
Excellent
Environment
5.4/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
91%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
26 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
50.5%

Location

URB TOA ALTA HEIGHTS CALLE 19 BO PINAS, Toa Alta, PR 00953

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Maria C. Osorio may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. MARIA J. CORREDOR RIVERA (rated 9.3/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby Toa Baja), which scores notably higher. Another option is JOSE M. DEL VALLE (rated 9.0/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ELEMENTAL REXVILLE (rated 8.2/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Bayamon), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Toa Alta, see our Toa Alta schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.9 mi
School Distance Rating
ADELA ROLON FUENTES Toa Alta 0.3 mi 5.7
ABELARDO DIAZ ALFARO Toa Alta 0.5 mi 7.2
MANUEL VELILLA Toa Alta 0.5 mi 4.7
TOMAS (MASO) RIVERA MORALES Toa Alta 0.7 mi 4.1
FRANCISCO MANRIQUE CABRERA Bayamon 1.3 mi 5.5
ELEMENTAL REXVILLE Bayamon 1.5 mi 8.2
JOSE M. DEL VALLE Toa Alta 1.6 mi 9.0
MARIA VAZQUEZ DE UMPIERRE Bayamon 1.7 mi 6.0
MARTA VELEZ DE FAJARDO Bayamon 1.9 mi 6.5
PABLO CASALS Bayamon 1.9 mi 7.5
FRANCISCO GAZTAMBIDE VEGA Bayamon 2.2 mi 5.3
MARTIN GARCIA GIUSTI Toa Baja 2.4 mi 5.0
MIGUEL MELENDEZ MUNOZ BAYAMON Bayamon 2.3 mi 6.9
MARIA J. CORREDOR RIVERA Toa Baja 2.6 mi 9.3
RAFAEL COLON SALGADO Bayamon 2.7 mi 7.3
EPIFANIO FERNANDEZ VANGA Bayamon 2.8 mi 8.0
DR. HIRAM GONZALEZ Bayamon 2.8 mi 7.2
CACIQUE MAJAGUA Bayamon 2.9 mi 5.3
JULIO RESSY Bayamon 2.9 mi 7.3
VIOLANTA JIMENEZ Toa Alta 2.9 mi 7.9

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Maria C. Osorio

What grades does Maria C. Osorio serve?

Maria C. Osorio serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Maria C. Osorio?

Maria C. Osorio has an enrollment of approximately 273 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Maria C. Osorio?

The student-teacher ratio at Maria C. Osorio is 10.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Maria C. Osorio rank in PR?

Maria C. Osorio ranks #234 of 842 schools in PR.

What is Maria C. Osorio's MySchoolScout rating?

Maria C. Osorio has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 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 Maria C. Osorio?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Maria C. Osorio has 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).

Is Maria C. Osorio a charter school?

No, Maria C. Osorio is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Maria C. Osorio a Title I school?

No, Maria C. Osorio is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Maria C. Osorio?

90.8% of students at Maria C. Osorio qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
39 Car-Dependent

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
273
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
26
Free/Reduced Lunch
90.8%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Toa Alta Municipio
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
50.5%

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academics, and learning environment — plus college readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, with growth counting most in elementary and middle grades. Equity data is shown for context but is not factored into the score. Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

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