Below Average
#713 of 842 schools in PR
Nemesio R. Canales
Elementary School · PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
PO BOX 1552, Jayuya, PR 00664
Enrollment
188
Student-Teacher
9.4:1
Score
4.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
188
Student-Teacher
9.4:1
Score
4.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Puerto Rico schools
#713 of 842
In Jayuya
#8 of 8
public schools
In district
#713 of 842
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
School environment
8.1 / 10
Excellent
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About Nemesio R. Canales
Nemesio R. Canales is a public elementary school in Jayuya, PR, part of PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION. Nemesio R.
Canales serves approximately 188 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 9.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Nemesio R. Canales has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 out of 10 and ranks #713 of 842 schools in PR.
Structured state assessment records for Nemesio R. Canales show 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
- This school 4.4 · Below Average
- District avg 7.0
- PR avg 7.0
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 188 students, Nemesio R. Canales is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.
With a student-teacher ratio of 9.4:1, Nemesio R. Canales 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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Nemesio R. Canales — Students at Nemesio R. Canales score 32% 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
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 2.0/10.
How Nemesio R. Canales Compares
See how Nemesio R. Canales performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
PO BOX 1552, Jayuya, PR 00664
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Nemesio R. Canales may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. RAMON LOPEZ BERRIOS (rated 9.6/10, 7.0 miles away, in nearby Villalba), which scores notably higher. Another option is SAN PATRICIO (rated 9.2/10, 6.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, MARTA LAFONTAINE (rated 8.5/10, 6.8 miles away, in nearby Utuado), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Jayuya, see our Jayuya schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 7.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| MIGUEL A. SASTRE OLIVER Jayuya | 1.3 mi | 7.8 |
| JOSEFINA LEON ZAYAS Jayuya | 1.9 mi | 5.6 |
| ANGELICA TORO Jayuya | 2.4 mi | 5.3 |
| ADRIAN TORRES TORRES Jayuya | 2.5 mi | 7.4 |
| ANTONIA SERRANO GONZALEZ Jayuya | 3.8 mi | 5.5 |
| ANTONIO ROMERO MUNIZ Jayuya | 4.0 mi | 6.5 |
| MATRULLAS Orocovis | 4.8 mi | 4.6 |
| TORIBIO RIVERA Ciales | 6.6 mi | 6.1 |
| SAN PATRICIO Jayuya | 6.5 mi | 9.2 |
| ANTONIO TULLA TORRES Utuado | 6.8 mi | 7.8 |
| JAIME COIRA ORTIZ Ciales | 6.8 mi | 7.7 |
| LYSANDER BORRERO TERRY Villalba | 6.9 mi | 6.4 |
| MARTA LAFONTAINE Utuado | 6.8 mi | 8.5 |
| RAMON LOPEZ BERRIOS Villalba | 7.0 mi | 9.6 |
| CENTRO RESIDENCIAL OPORTUNIDADES EDUCATIVAS VILLALBA (CROEV) Villalba | 7.3 mi | 9.7 |
| NORMA I. TORRES COLON Villalba | 7.4 mi | 7.3 |
| FRANCISCO ZAYAS SANTANA Villalba | 7.4 mi | 3.8 |
| FRANCISCO SERRANO Ciales | 7.5 mi | 7.5 |
| CRISTINA (AMADA) MARTINEZ MARTINEZ Villalba | 7.7 mi | 6.2 |
| ISABEL ALVARADO ALVARADO Villalba | 7.7 mi | 4.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 00664 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$18,065
Median Home Value
$105,500
Median Rent
$483/mo
Population
14,816
College Educated
20.1%
Homeownership
59.3%
Poverty Rate
55.2%
Median Age
43.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| DIEGO VAZQUEZ Caguas, PR | 4.4 |
| ELEMENTAL BARRIO LAS 400 Canovanas, PR | 4.4 |
| HERMINIA RIVERA FERNANDEZ Bayamon, PR | 4.4 |
| LUIS MUNOZ RIVERA MAYAGUEZ Mayaguez, PR | 4.4 |
| MARIA LIBERTAD GOMEZ Utuado, PR | 4.4 |
| ANTONIO ROSA GUZMAN Humacao, PR | 4.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Nemesio R. Canales
What grades does Nemesio R. Canales serve?
Nemesio R. Canales serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Nemesio R. Canales?
Nemesio R. Canales has an enrollment of approximately 188 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Nemesio R. Canales?
The student-teacher ratio at Nemesio R. Canales is 9.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Nemesio R. Canales rank in PR?
Nemesio R. Canales ranks #713 of 842 schools in PR.
What is Nemesio R. Canales's MySchoolScout rating?
Nemesio R. Canales has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 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 Nemesio R. Canales?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Nemesio R. Canales has 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
Is Nemesio R. Canales a charter school?
No, Nemesio R. Canales is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Nemesio R. Canales a Title I school?
No, Nemesio R. Canales is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Nemesio R. Canales?
91.0% of students at Nemesio R. Canales 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
- 188
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 20
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 91.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Town
- County
- Jayuya Municipio
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 19.1%
- Phone
- (787) 828-2007
Resources & Links
District
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION- District Enrollment
- 240,910
- Schools in District
- 858
- District Rank
- #713 of 842
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