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#348 of 842 schools in PR

Top 41% in state

Pasto

School · PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION

PO BOX 1211, Aibonito, PR 00705

Enrollment

411

Student-Teacher

13.3:1

Score

6.8

Grades

Pre-K – 9th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Puerto Rico schools

#348 of 842

In Aibonito

#7 of 9

public schools

In district

#348 of 842

PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION

School environment

8.7 / 10

Excellent

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Pasto

6.8/10

School in Aibonito · grades Pre-K – 9th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Rabanal

8.8/10

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6.1/10

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About Pasto

Pasto is a public school in Aibonito, PR, part of PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION. Pasto serves approximately 411 students, and covers grades Pre-K-9th, and has a 13.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Pasto has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #348 of 842 schools in PR.

Structured state assessment records for Pasto show 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).

How it compares0.5 pts above district
  • This school 6.8 · Average
  • District avg 6.3
  • PR avg 6.3

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress8.5Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data9
Annual Change+2.44 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2018
TrendImproving
Academics8.0Excellent25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency51% (2018 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency51% (2018 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency51% (2018 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)41% (model expectation from 2018 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+9.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile70th
College Readiness3.1Needs Improvement30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment8.7Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.3:1
Chronic Absenteeism2.9%

Pasto — Students at Pasto score 51% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

91%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores PR EDFACTS (2017-18)

Math Proficiency 26.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2018)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 41.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2018)
School
State
N/A

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

Proficiency Trend

↑ Improving

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

2009
Math
22%
ELA
37%
2011
Math
12%
ELA
47%
2012
Math
17%
ELA
32%
2013
Math
22%
ELA
37%
2014
Math
17%
ELA
32%
2015
Math
27%
ELA
42%
2016
Math
27%
ELA
42%
2017
Math
42%
ELA
52%
2018
Math
51%
ELA
51%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.5/10.

How Pasto Compares

See how Pasto performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.8/10
59th percentile in PR
Academic
8.0/10
Excellent
Growth
8.5/10
Excellent
Environment
8.7/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
91%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
31 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
2.9%

Location

PO BOX 1211, Aibonito, PR 00705

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Pasto may also want to explore other schools in the area. RAFAEL PONT FLORES (rated 8.2/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, FEDERICO DEGETAU II (rated 6.8/10, 1.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Aibonito, see our Aibonito schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 6.1 mi
School Distance Rating
RABANAL Aibonito 1.2 mi 8.8
DR. JOSE N. GANDARA Aibonito 1.3 mi 6.1
RAFAEL PONT FLORES Aibonito 1.4 mi 8.2
BONIFACIO SANCHEZ JIMENEZ Aibonito 1.7 mi 6.8
FEDERICO DEGETAU II Aibonito 1.7 mi 6.8
JOSE CELSO BARBOSA Aibonito 2.5 mi 6.8
CARMEN ZENAIDA VEGA Aibonito 2.8 mi 8.2
DRA. CARMEN DELIA COLON MARTINEZ Aibonito 3.8 mi 6.2
EUGENIO NAZARIO SOTO Coamo 4.0 mi 7.7
EUGENIO MARIA DE HOSTOS CAYEY Cayey 4.1 mi 8.4
ANTONIO VAZQUEZ RAMOS Barranquitas 4.9 mi 8.7
JOSE COLON GONZALEZ Barranquitas 5.0 mi 8.6
CLEMENCIA MELENDEZ Cidra 5.2 mi 5.4
PABLO COLON BERDECIA Barranquitas 5.7 mi 5.5
BENJAMIN HARRISON Cayey 5.6 mi 6.0
BENIGNO CARRION Cayey 5.7 mi 8.9
BENIGNO FERNANDEZ GARCIA Cayey 5.7 mi 4.7
MIGUEL ANGEL JULIA COLLAZO - BELLAS ARTES Cayey 5.7 mi 8.6
PETROAMERICA PAGAN Barranquitas 5.9 mi 4.7
EUGENIO GUERRA CRUZ Salinas 6.1 mi 6.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 00705 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$21,806

Median Home Value

$120,700

Median Rent

$505/mo

Population

24,475

College Educated

23.5%

Homeownership

74.9%

Avg Commute

24.2 min

Poverty Rate

44.6%

Median Age

46.8

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Pasto

What grades does Pasto serve?

Pasto serves students in grades Pre-K through 9th.

How many students attend Pasto?

Pasto has an enrollment of approximately 411 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Pasto?

The student-teacher ratio at Pasto is 13.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Pasto rank in PR?

Pasto ranks #348 of 842 schools in PR.

What is Pasto's MySchoolScout rating?

Pasto has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 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 Pasto?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Pasto has 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).

Is Pasto a charter school?

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

Is Pasto a Title I school?

No, Pasto is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Pasto?

91.0% of students at Pasto 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
5 Car-Dependent

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 9th
Enrollment
411
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
31
Free/Reduced Lunch
91.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Fringe Town
County
Aibonito Municipio
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
2.9%

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