Very Good
#231 of 842 schools in PR
Top 27% in state
Maria Teresa Serrano
Elementary School · PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
PO BOX 81027, Carolina, PR 00983
Enrollment
277
Student-Teacher
11.1:1
Score
7.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
277
Student-Teacher
11.1:1
Score
7.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Puerto Rico schools
#231 of 842
In Carolina
#7 of 25
public schools
In district
#231 of 842
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
Academic performance
9.0 / 10
Excellent
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About Maria Teresa Serrano
Maria Teresa Serrano is a public elementary school in Carolina, PR, part of PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION. Maria Teresa Serrano serves approximately 277 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 11.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Maria Teresa Serrano has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10 and ranks #231 of 842 schools in PR.
Structured state assessment records for Maria Teresa Serrano show 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
- This school 7.7 · Very Good
- District avg 7.0
- PR avg 7.0
What Parents Should Know
The chronic absenteeism rate at Maria Teresa Serrano was 63% 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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Maria Teresa Serrano — Students at Maria Teresa Serrano score 67% 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
↑ ImprovingAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.2/10.
How Maria Teresa Serrano Compares
See how Maria Teresa Serrano performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
PO BOX 81027, Carolina, PR 00983
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Maria Teresa Serrano may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. DRA. ANGELES PASTOR (rated 8.1/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby San Juan), which scores slightly higher. Another option is DR. MODESTO RIVERA RIVERA (rated 7.9/10, 1.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, ROBERTO CLEMENTE (rated 7.7/10, 1.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Carolina, see our Carolina schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| MANUEL FEBRES GONZALEZ Carolina | 0.2 mi | 4.0 |
| GILBERTO CONCEPCION DE GRACIA Carolina | 0.3 mi | 4.6 |
| FRANCISCO MATIAS LUGO Carolina | 0.5 mi | 5.7 |
| PEDRO MOCZO BANIET Carolina | 1.0 mi | 4.0 |
| DR. MODESTO RIVERA RIVERA Carolina | 1.0 mi | 7.9 |
| AGUSTIN CABRERA Carolina | 1.1 mi | 4.4 |
| LUZ AMERICA CALDERON Carolina | 1.1 mi | 4.4 |
| RENE MARQUES Carolina | 1.3 mi | 3.9 |
| ANTONIO SARRIERA EGOZCUE San Juan | 1.4 mi | 6.6 |
| EDUARDO J. SALDANA Carolina | 1.4 mi | 7.8 |
| LEAP STEAM+E ACADEMY OF SAN JUAN - ALIANZA San Juan | 1.4 mi | 4.5 |
| RVDO. FELIX CASTRO RODRIGUEZ Carolina | 1.5 mi | 4.4 |
| DR. JOSE M. LAZARO Carolina | 1.5 mi | 4.7 |
| JESUS MARIA SANROMA Carolina | 1.5 mi | 3.1 |
| ROBERTO CLEMENTE Carolina | 1.6 mi | 7.7 |
| LORENZO VIZCARRONDO Carolina | 1.6 mi | 5.6 |
| PASCASIO P. SANCERRIT Carolina | 1.6 mi | 2.8 |
| JOSE SEVERO QUINONES Carolina | 1.7 mi | 4.7 |
| CARLOS F. DANIELS Carolina | 1.7 mi | 3.2 |
| DRA. ANGELES PASTOR San Juan | 2.0 mi | 8.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 00983 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$33,930
Median Home Value
$156,400
Median Rent
$601/mo
Population
31,583
College Educated
31.5%
Homeownership
65.8%
Avg Commute
28.9 min
Poverty Rate
31.2%
Median Age
43.6
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| JULIO LEBRON SOTO Lares, PR | 7.7 |
| MARIA C. OSORIO Toa Alta, PR | 7.7 |
| MIGUEL HERNANDEZ AGOSTO Las Piedras, PR | 7.7 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Maria Teresa Serrano
What grades does Maria Teresa Serrano serve?
Maria Teresa Serrano serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Maria Teresa Serrano?
Maria Teresa Serrano has an enrollment of approximately 277 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Maria Teresa Serrano?
The student-teacher ratio at Maria Teresa Serrano is 11.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Maria Teresa Serrano rank in PR?
Maria Teresa Serrano ranks #231 of 842 schools in PR.
What is Maria Teresa Serrano's MySchoolScout rating?
Maria Teresa Serrano 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 Teresa Serrano?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Maria Teresa Serrano has 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
Is Maria Teresa Serrano a charter school?
No, Maria Teresa Serrano is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Maria Teresa Serrano a Title I school?
No, Maria Teresa Serrano is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Maria Teresa Serrano?
91.0% of students at Maria Teresa Serrano qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
- Walk Score
- 53 Somewhat Walkable
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 277
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 25
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 91.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Carolina Municipio
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 62.5%
- Phone
- (787) 752-2975
Resources & Links
District
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION- District Enrollment
- 240,910
- Schools in District
- 858
- District Rank
- #231 of 842
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