Very Good
#282 of 842 schools in PR
Top 33% in state
Norma I. Torres Colon
Elementary School · PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
PO BOX 1515, Villalba, PR 00766
Enrollment
155
Student-Teacher
10.3:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
155
Student-Teacher
10.3:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Puerto Rico schools
#282 of 842
In Villalba
#5 of 9
public schools
In district
#282 of 842
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
Academic performance
7.8 / 10
Very Good
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About Norma I. Torres Colon
Norma I. Torres Colon is a public elementary school in Villalba, PR, part of PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION. Norma I.
Torres Colon serves approximately 155 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 10.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Norma I. Torres Colon has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #282 of 842 schools in PR.
Structured state assessment records for Norma I. Torres Colon show 13% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
- This school 7.3 · Very Good
- District avg 7.0
- PR avg 7.0
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 155 students, Norma I. Torres Colon 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.
Score Breakdown
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Norma I. Torres Colon — Students at Norma I. Torres Colon score 50% 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: 6.9/10.
How Norma I. Torres Colon Compares
See how Norma I. Torres Colon performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
PO BOX 1515, Villalba, PR 00766
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Norma I. Torres Colon may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. RAMON LOPEZ BERRIOS (rated 9.6/10, 2.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is RUTHFORD B. HAYES (rated 9.2/10, 5.3 miles away, in nearby Juana Diaz), which scores notably higher. Additionally, BONIFACIO ALVARADO (rated 8.7/10, 4.9 miles away, in nearby Orocovis), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Villalba, see our Villalba schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 6.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| FRANCISCO ZAYAS SANTANA Villalba | 0.1 mi | 3.8 |
| DANIEL SERRANO RIVERA Villalba | 0.5 mi | 8.1 |
| CENTRO RESIDENCIAL OPORTUNIDADES EDUCATIVAS VILLALBA (CROEV) Villalba | 0.7 mi | 9.7 |
| LYSANDER BORRERO TERRY Villalba | 0.7 mi | 6.4 |
| HATILLO Villalba | 1.1 mi | 8.1 |
| ISABEL ALVARADO ALVARADO Villalba | 1.1 mi | 4.0 |
| CRISTINA (AMADA) MARTINEZ MARTINEZ Villalba | 1.5 mi | 6.2 |
| RAMON LOPEZ BERRIOS Villalba | 2.4 mi | 9.6 |
| FRANCISCO PRADO PICART Juana Diaz | 3.7 mi | 3.7 |
| ZOILO GRACIA Juana Diaz | 4.1 mi | 8.5 |
| BONIFACIO ALVARADO Orocovis | 4.9 mi | 8.7 |
| MATRULLAS Orocovis | 5.1 mi | 4.6 |
| MANUEL FERNANDEZ JUNCOS Juana Diaz | 5.2 mi | 6.3 |
| RUTHFORD B. HAYES Juana Diaz | 5.3 mi | 9.2 |
| FELIPE COLON DIAZ Juana Diaz | 5.4 mi | 5.2 |
| PEDRO COLON SANTIAGO Juana Diaz | 5.6 mi | 7.9 |
| LUIS LLORENS TORRES JUANA DIAZ Juana Diaz | 5.7 mi | 5.8 |
| CARMEN BELEN VEIGA Juana Diaz | 5.7 mi | 5.6 |
| INTERMEDIA JUAN SERRALLES Ponce | 6.5 mi | 4.8 |
| SUPERIOR JUAN SERRALLES Ponce | 6.6 mi | 6.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 00766 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$24,906
Median Home Value
$102,900
Median Rent
$519/mo
Population
21,829
College Educated
22.4%
Homeownership
78.7%
Avg Commute
29.3 min
Poverty Rate
41.8%
Median Age
43.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ANSELMO VILLARRUBIA Aguada, PR | 7.3 |
| JUAN ALEMANY SILVA Guayama, PR | 7.3 |
| MANUEL ORTIZ SUYA Maunabo, PR | 7.3 |
| MARTA SANCHEZ Yabucoa, PR | 7.3 |
| TOMAS VERA AYALA Moca, PR | 7.3 |
| INES MARIA MENDOZA CAGUAS Caguas, PR | 7.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Norma I. Torres Colon
What grades does Norma I. Torres Colon serve?
Norma I. Torres Colon serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Norma I. Torres Colon?
Norma I. Torres Colon has an enrollment of approximately 155 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Norma I. Torres Colon?
The student-teacher ratio at Norma I. Torres Colon is 10.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Norma I. Torres Colon rank in PR?
Norma I. Torres Colon ranks #282 of 842 schools in PR.
What is Norma I. Torres Colon's MySchoolScout rating?
Norma I. Torres Colon has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 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 Norma I. Torres Colon?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Norma I. Torres Colon has 13% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
Is Norma I. Torres Colon a charter school?
No, Norma I. Torres Colon is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Norma I. Torres Colon a Title I school?
No, Norma I. Torres Colon is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Norma I. Torres Colon?
91.0% of students at Norma I. Torres Colon 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 – 5th
- Enrollment
- 155
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 15
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 91.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small Suburb
- County
- Villalba Municipio
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 21.3%
- Phone
- (787) 847-2110
Resources & Links
District
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION- District Enrollment
- 240,910
- Schools in District
- 858
- District Rank
- #282 of 842
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