Average
#376 of 842 schools in PR
Top 45% in state
Maria C. Santiago
Elementary School · PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
PO BOX 1123, Comerio, PR 00782
Enrollment
265
Student-Teacher
8.3:1
Score
6.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
265
Student-Teacher
8.3:1
Score
6.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Puerto Rico schools
#376 of 842
In Comerio
#6 of 9
public schools
In district
#376 of 842
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
School environment
7.9 / 10
Very Good
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Maria C. Santiago
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About Maria C. Santiago
Maria C. Santiago is a public elementary school in Comerio, PR, part of PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION. Maria C.
Santiago serves approximately 265 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 8.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Maria C. Santiago has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #376 of 842 schools in PR.
Structured state assessment records for Maria C. Santiago show 18% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
- This school 6.6 · Average
- District avg 7.0
- PR avg 7.0
What Parents Should Know
With a student-teacher ratio of 8.3:1, Maria C. Santiago 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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Maria C. Santiago — Students at Maria C. Santiago score 32% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 43%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
90.9%
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: 6.6/10.
How Maria C. Santiago Compares
See how Maria C. Santiago performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
PO BOX 1123, Comerio, PR 00782
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Maria C. Santiago may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. OSCAR PORRATA DORIA (rated 9.8/10, 3.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is INES MARIA MENDOZA DE MUNOZ MARIN (rated 9.4/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ROSA LUZ ZAYAS (rated 8.6/10, 4.7 miles away, in nearby Naranjito), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Comerio, see our Comerio schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| INES MARIA MENDOZA DE MUNOZ MARIN Comerio | 1.0 mi | 9.4 |
| JUANA COLON Comerio | 1.1 mi | 6.5 |
| ANTOLIN SANTOS NEGRON Comerio | 1.6 mi | 6.0 |
| LUIS MUNOZ MARIN COMERIO Comerio | 1.7 mi | 8.0 |
| MANUEL CRUZ MACEIRA - BEISBOL Comerio | 1.8 mi | 6.2 |
| ERNESTO VICENTE CARATTINI Cidra | 2.3 mi | 6.7 |
| CLAUDIO FERRER COTTO Comerio | 2.4 mi | 8.4 |
| RAMON ALEJANDRO AYALA Comerio | 2.7 mi | 8.3 |
| BAYAMONCITO Aguas Buenas | 2.8 mi | 6.6 |
| OSCAR PORRATA DORIA Comerio | 3.2 mi | 9.8 |
| VIOLETA REYES PEREZ Cidra | 3.8 mi | 5.9 |
| ANTONIO RIVERA Bayamon | 4.0 mi | 6.0 |
| CLEMENCIA MELENDEZ Cidra | 4.2 mi | 5.4 |
| LUIS MUNOZ IGLESIAS Cidra | 4.1 mi | 8.7 |
| ANA J. CANDELAS Cidra | 4.5 mi | 6.7 |
| JESUS T. PINERO CIDRA Cidra | 4.4 mi | 8.2 |
| RUTH EVELYN CRUZ SANTOS Cidra | 4.6 mi | 6.1 |
| ROSA LUZ ZAYAS Naranjito | 4.7 mi | 8.6 |
| CARMEN D ORTIZ ORTIZ Aguas Buenas | 4.7 mi | 7.0 |
| BERNARDA ROBLES DE HEVIA Naranjito | 5.0 mi | 5.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 00782 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$17,090
Median Home Value
$107,800
Median Rent
$490/mo
Population
18,397
College Educated
18.2%
Homeownership
61.7%
Avg Commute
30.3 min
Poverty Rate
53.4%
Median Age
41.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ANTONIO SARRIERA EGOZCUE San Juan, PR | 6.6 |
| BAYAMONCITO Aguas Buenas, PR | 6.6 |
| CUCHILLAS Moca, PR | 6.6 |
| JOSE R. BARRERAS Morovis, PR | 6.6 |
| ALEJANDRO TAPIA Y RIVERA SAN JUAN San Juan, PR | 6.5 |
| JACINTO LOPEZ MARTINEZ Toa Baja, PR | 6.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Maria C. Santiago
What grades does Maria C. Santiago serve?
Maria C. Santiago serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Maria C. Santiago?
Maria C. Santiago has an enrollment of approximately 265 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Maria C. Santiago?
The student-teacher ratio at Maria C. Santiago is 8.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Maria C. Santiago rank in PR?
Maria C. Santiago ranks #376 of 842 schools in PR.
What is Maria C. Santiago's MySchoolScout rating?
Maria C. Santiago has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 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 Maria C. Santiago?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Maria C. Santiago has 18% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
Is Maria C. Santiago a charter school?
No, Maria C. Santiago is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Maria C. Santiago a Title I school?
No, Maria C. Santiago is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Maria C. Santiago?
90.9% of students at Maria C. Santiago 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
- 265
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 32
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 90.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Comerío Municipio
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 20.8%
- Phone
- (787) 875-3613
Resources & Links
District
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION- District Enrollment
- 240,910
- Schools in District
- 858
- District Rank
- #376 of 842
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