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#195 of 842 schools in PR

Top 23% in state

Pedro Colon Santiago

Elementary School · PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION

PO BOX 1401, Juana Diaz, PR 00795

Enrollment

291

Student-Teacher

10.8:1

Score

7.9

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Puerto Rico schools

#195 of 842

In Juana Diaz

#4 of 12

public schools

In district

#195 of 842

PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION

School environment

8.5 / 10

Excellent

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Pedro Colon Santiago

7.9/10

Elementary School in Juana Diaz · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Felipe Colon Diaz

5.2/10

1.0 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

Luis Llorens Torres Juana Diaz

5.8/10

1.3 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

About Pedro Colon Santiago

Pedro Colon Santiago is a public elementary school in Juana Diaz, PR, part of PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION. Pedro Colon Santiago serves approximately 291 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 10.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Pedro Colon Santiago has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10 and ranks #195 of 842 schools in PR.

Structured state assessment records for Pedro Colon Santiago show 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).

How it compares0.9 pts above district
  • This school 7.9 · Very Good
  • District avg 7.0
  • PR avg 7.0

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.3Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data9
Annual Change+2.22 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2018
TrendImproving
Academics6.7Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency32% (2018 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency43% (2018 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency38% (2018 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)39% (model expectation from 2018 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-2.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile51th
Resources & Environment8.5Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.8:1
Chronic Absenteeism13.4%

Pedro Colon Santiago — Students at Pedro Colon Santiago score 38% 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 27.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2018)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 37.0% (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
16%
ELA
26%
2011
Math
19%
ELA
32%
2012
Math
18%
ELA
32%
2013
Math
28%
ELA
34%
2014
Math
30%
ELA
34%
2015
Math
34%
ELA
44%
2016
Math
30%
ELA
46%
2017
Math
37%
ELA
42%
2018
Math
32%
ELA
43%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.3/10.

How Pedro Colon Santiago Compares

See how Pedro Colon Santiago performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.9/10
77th percentile in PR
Academic
6.7/10
Average
Growth
8.3/10
Excellent
Environment
8.5/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
91%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
27 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
13.4%

Location

PO BOX 1401, Juana Diaz, PR 00795

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Pedro Colon Santiago may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. RUTHFORD B. HAYES (rated 9.2/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is CAPITANEJO (rated 9.0/10, 3.2 miles away, in nearby Ponce), which scores notably higher. Additionally, HERMINIA GARCIA (rated 8.8/10, 4.7 miles away, in nearby Ponce), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Juana Diaz, see our Juana Diaz schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.7 mi
School Distance Rating
FELIPE COLON DIAZ Juana Diaz 1.0 mi 5.2
LUIS LLORENS TORRES JUANA DIAZ Juana Diaz 1.3 mi 5.8
RUTHFORD B. HAYES Juana Diaz 1.3 mi 9.2
MANUEL FERNANDEZ JUNCOS Juana Diaz 1.3 mi 6.3
CARMEN BELEN VEIGA Juana Diaz 1.3 mi 5.6
INTERMEDIA JUAN SERRALLES Ponce 1.7 mi 4.8
SUPERIOR JUAN SERRALLES Ponce 1.7 mi 6.1
DR. PEDRO ALBIZU CAMPOS JUANA DIAZ Juana Diaz 1.8 mi 5.5
LLANOS DEL SUR Ponce 1.9 mi 8.7
DR. MAXIMO DONOSO SANCHEZ Juana Diaz 2.3 mi 7.4
FRANCISCO PRADO PICART Juana Diaz 2.4 mi 3.7
ZOILO GRACIA Juana Diaz 2.8 mi 8.5
CAPITANEJO Ponce 3.2 mi 9.0
CRISTINA (AMADA) MARTINEZ MARTINEZ Villalba 4.2 mi 6.2
LUIS MUNOZ MARIN JUANA DIAZ Juana Diaz 4.6 mi 4.9
SUPERIOR JARDINES DE PONCE Ponce 4.4 mi 5.1
JUAN SERAPIO MANGUAL Juana Diaz 4.6 mi 8.6
JARDINES DE PONCE Ponce 4.5 mi 5.2
HATILLO Villalba 4.7 mi 8.1
HERMINIA GARCIA Ponce 4.7 mi 8.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 00795 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$23,391

Median Home Value

$102,200

Median Rent

$522/mo

Population

43,212

College Educated

27.6%

Homeownership

77.2%

Avg Commute

27.3 min

Poverty Rate

43.3%

Median Age

42.4

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Pedro Colon Santiago

What grades does Pedro Colon Santiago serve?

Pedro Colon Santiago serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Pedro Colon Santiago?

Pedro Colon Santiago has an enrollment of approximately 291 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Pedro Colon Santiago?

The student-teacher ratio at Pedro Colon Santiago is 10.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Pedro Colon Santiago rank in PR?

Pedro Colon Santiago ranks #195 of 842 schools in PR.

What is Pedro Colon Santiago's MySchoolScout rating?

Pedro Colon Santiago has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 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 Pedro Colon Santiago?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Pedro Colon Santiago has 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).

Is Pedro Colon Santiago a charter school?

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

Is Pedro Colon Santiago a Title I school?

No, Pedro Colon Santiago is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Pedro Colon Santiago?

91.1% of students at Pedro Colon Santiago 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
26 Car-Dependent

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
291
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
27
Free/Reduced Lunch
91.1%
Type
regular
Setting
Small Suburb
County
Juana Díaz Municipio
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
13.4%

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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