Below Average
#764 of 842 schools in PR
Pedro Moczo Baniet
Elementary School · PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
C/ SAN FERNANDO, Carolina, PR 00983
Enrollment
246
Student-Teacher
8.5:1
Score
4.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
246
Student-Teacher
8.5:1
Score
4.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Puerto Rico schools
#764 of 842
In Carolina
#20 of 25
public schools
In district
#764 of 842
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
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Pedro Moczo Baniet
Elementary School in Carolina · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Pedro Moczo Baniet
Pedro Moczo Baniet is a public elementary school in Carolina, PR, part of PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION. Pedro Moczo Baniet serves approximately 246 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 8.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Pedro Moczo Baniet has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 out of 10 and ranks #764 of 842 schools in PR.
Structured state assessment records for Pedro Moczo Baniet show 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
- This school 4.0 · Below Average
- District avg 7.0
- PR avg 7.0
What Parents Should Know
With a student-teacher ratio of 8.5:1, Pedro Moczo Baniet 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.
The chronic absenteeism rate at Pedro Moczo Baniet was 57% in the 2022-23 school year, which is above the national average. Chronic absenteeism (missing 15 or more school days) can affect classroom dynamics and pacing. Parents should ask about the school's attendance support programs and what resources are available to help families address barriers to consistent attendance.
Score Breakdown
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Pedro Moczo Baniet — Students at Pedro Moczo Baniet score 33% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
91.1%
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
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 2.4/10.
How Pedro Moczo Baniet Compares
See how Pedro Moczo Baniet performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
C/ SAN FERNANDO, Carolina, PR 00983
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Pedro Moczo Baniet may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. DRA. ANGELES PASTOR (rated 8.1/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby San Juan), which scores notably higher. Another option is DR. MODESTO RIVERA RIVERA (rated 7.9/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, MARIA TERESA SERRANO (rated 7.7/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Carolina, see our Carolina schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| LEAP STEAM+E ACADEMY OF SAN JUAN - ALIANZA San Juan | 0.4 mi | 4.5 |
| ANTONIO SARRIERA EGOZCUE San Juan | 0.5 mi | 6.6 |
| GILBERTO CONCEPCION DE GRACIA Carolina | 0.8 mi | 4.6 |
| MANUEL FEBRES GONZALEZ Carolina | 0.9 mi | 4.0 |
| MARIA TERESA SERRANO Carolina | 1.0 mi | 7.7 |
| DR. JOSE M. LAZARO Carolina | 1.0 mi | 4.7 |
| DRA. ANGELES PASTOR San Juan | 1.1 mi | 8.1 |
| FRANCISCO MATIAS LUGO Carolina | 1.3 mi | 5.7 |
| EDUARDO J. SALDANA Carolina | 1.5 mi | 7.8 |
| ROBERTO CLEMENTE Carolina | 1.5 mi | 7.7 |
| INTERMEDIA BERWIND San Juan | 1.5 mi | 4.0 |
| SUPERIOR BERWIND San Juan | 1.5 mi | 4.7 |
| ELEMENTAL BERWIND San Juan | 1.5 mi | 6.4 |
| PASCASIO P. SANCERRIT Carolina | 1.6 mi | 2.8 |
| PETRA ROMAN VIGO Carolina | 1.6 mi | 4.9 |
| CARMEN GOMEZ TEJERA SAN JUAN San Juan | 1.6 mi | 4.3 |
| RENE MARQUES Carolina | 1.8 mi | 3.9 |
| AGUSTIN CABRERA Carolina | 2.0 mi | 4.4 |
| DR. MODESTO RIVERA RIVERA Carolina | 2.0 mi | 7.9 |
| LUZ AMERICA CALDERON Carolina | 2.0 mi | 4.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 00983 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$33,930
Median Home Value
$156,400
Median Rent
$601/mo
Population
31,583
College Educated
31.5%
Homeownership
65.8%
Avg Commute
28.9 min
Poverty Rate
31.2%
Median Age
43.6
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Pedro Moczo Baniet
What grades does Pedro Moczo Baniet serve?
Pedro Moczo Baniet serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Pedro Moczo Baniet?
Pedro Moczo Baniet has an enrollment of approximately 246 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Pedro Moczo Baniet?
The student-teacher ratio at Pedro Moczo Baniet 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 Pedro Moczo Baniet rank in PR?
Pedro Moczo Baniet ranks #764 of 842 schools in PR.
What is Pedro Moczo Baniet's MySchoolScout rating?
Pedro Moczo Baniet has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 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 Moczo Baniet?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Pedro Moczo Baniet has 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
Is Pedro Moczo Baniet a charter school?
No, Pedro Moczo Baniet is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Pedro Moczo Baniet a Title I school?
No, Pedro Moczo Baniet is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Pedro Moczo Baniet?
91.1% of students at Pedro Moczo Baniet 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
- 246
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 29
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 91.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Carolina Municipio
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 57.3%
- Phone
- (787) 769-2612
Resources & Links
District
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION- District Enrollment
- 240,910
- Schools in District
- 858
- District Rank
- #764 of 842
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