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#328 of 842 schools in PR

Top 39% in state

Nicolas Aguayo Aldea

Elementary School · PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION

PO BOX 5759, Caguas, PR 00725

Enrollment

348

Student-Teacher

8.5:1

Score

6.9

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Puerto Rico schools

#328 of 842

In Caguas

#14 of 32

public schools

In district

#328 of 842

PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION

School environment

9.7 / 10

Excellent

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Nicolas Aguayo Aldea

6.9/10

Elementary School in Caguas · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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7.4/10

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About Nicolas Aguayo Aldea

Nicolas Aguayo Aldea is a public elementary school in Caguas, PR, part of PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION. Nicolas Aguayo Aldea serves approximately 348 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 8.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Nicolas Aguayo Aldea has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and ranks #328 of 842 schools in PR.

Structured state assessment records for Nicolas Aguayo Aldea show 6% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 6.9 · Average
  • District avg 7.0
  • PR avg 7.0

What Parents Should Know

While current test scores at Nicolas Aguayo Aldea are below average, the school shows strong growth metrics — meaning students are making above-average progress year over year. This upward trajectory can be a positive indicator for families who value a school's ability to help students improve, even if absolute scores haven't caught up yet.

With a student-teacher ratio of 8.5:1, Nicolas Aguayo Aldea 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.6Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data9
Annual Change+1.44 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2018
TrendImproving
Academics4.0Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency12% (2018 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency30% (2018 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency21% (2018 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)39% (model expectation from 2018 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-18.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile21th
Resources & Environment9.7Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio8.5:1

Nicolas Aguayo Aldea — Students at Nicolas Aguayo Aldea score 21% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

91.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores PR EDFACTS (2017-18)

Math Proficiency 5.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2018)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 32.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2018)
School
State
N/A

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

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2009
Math
0.5%
ELA
28%
2011
Math
0.5%
ELA
28%
2012
Math
2%
ELA
23%
2013
Math
0.5%
ELA
38%
2014
Math
2.5%
ELA
32%
2015
Math
2.5%
ELA
42%
2016
Math
7.5%
ELA
42%
2017
Math
22%
ELA
33%
2018
Math
12%
ELA
30%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.6/10.

How Nicolas Aguayo Aldea Compares

See how Nicolas Aguayo Aldea performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.9/10
61th percentile in PR
Academic
4.0/10
Below Average
Growth
7.6/10
Very Good
Environment
9.7/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
91%
Teaching Staff
9:1 student-teacher ratio
41 teachers

Location

PO BOX 5759, Caguas, PR 00725

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Nicolas Aguayo Aldea may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PAULA MOJICA (rated 9.1/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ROSA C. BENITEZ (rated 8.8/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, JUSTINA VAZQUEZ MENDOZA (rated 8.7/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Caguas, see our Caguas schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.8 mi
School Distance Rating
REPUBLICA DE COSTA RICA Caguas 0.3 mi 7.4
LUIS MUNOZ RIVERA CAGUAS Caguas 0.4 mi 6.9
JOSE GAUTIER BENITEZ CAGUAS Caguas 0.5 mi 4.5
GERARDO SELLES SOLA CAGUAS Caguas 0.5 mi 8.0
LUIS RAMOS GONZALEZ Caguas 0.5 mi 2.7
DIEGO VAZQUEZ Caguas 0.6 mi 4.4
BENITA GONZALEZ QUINONES Caguas 0.6 mi 8.3
MANUELA TORO MORICE Caguas 0.7 mi 5.9
PEPITA GARRIGA Caguas 1.0 mi 8.5
MYRNA M. FUENTES Caguas 1.1 mi 6.7
JUSTINA VAZQUEZ MENDOZA Caguas 1.2 mi 8.7
PAULA MOJICA Caguas 1.1 mi 9.1
FELIPE RIVERA CENTENO Caguas 1.2 mi 5.0
ABELARDO DIAZ MORALES Caguas 1.2 mi 4.7
PEPITA ARENAS Caguas 1.2 mi 7.9
JOSE MERCADO Caguas 1.4 mi 7.2
ANTONIO S PEDREIRA - PRETECNICA Caguas 1.4 mi 4.6
ROSA C. BENITEZ Caguas 1.6 mi 8.8
ELOISA PASCUAL Caguas 1.7 mi 5.3
CONCEPCION MENDEZ CANO Caguas 1.8 mi 4.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 00725 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$27,505

Median Home Value

$139,900

Median Rent

$558/mo

Population

76,246

College Educated

30.5%

Homeownership

64.2%

Avg Commute

29.5 min

Poverty Rate

39.6%

Median Age

45.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Nicolas Aguayo Aldea

What grades does Nicolas Aguayo Aldea serve?

Nicolas Aguayo Aldea serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.

How many students attend Nicolas Aguayo Aldea?

Nicolas Aguayo Aldea has an enrollment of approximately 348 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Nicolas Aguayo Aldea?

The student-teacher ratio at Nicolas Aguayo Aldea is 8.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Nicolas Aguayo Aldea rank in PR?

Nicolas Aguayo Aldea ranks #328 of 842 schools in PR.

What is Nicolas Aguayo Aldea's MySchoolScout rating?

Nicolas Aguayo Aldea has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 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 Nicolas Aguayo Aldea?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Nicolas Aguayo Aldea has 6% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).

Is Nicolas Aguayo Aldea a charter school?

No, Nicolas Aguayo Aldea is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Nicolas Aguayo Aldea a Title I school?

No, Nicolas Aguayo Aldea is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Nicolas Aguayo Aldea?

91.1% of students at Nicolas Aguayo Aldea 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
348
Student-Teacher Ratio
8.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
41
Free/Reduced Lunch
91.1%
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
Caguas Municipio

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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