Average
#399 of 842 schools in PR
Top 47% in state
Prisco Fuentes
Elementary School · PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
SUITE 143, Canovanas, PR 00979
Enrollment
335
Student-Teacher
10.2:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
335
Student-Teacher
10.2:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Puerto Rico schools
#399 of 842
In Canovanas
#4 of 11
public schools
In district
#399 of 842
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
Academic performance
8.2 / 10
Excellent
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About Prisco Fuentes
Prisco Fuentes is a public elementary school in Canovanas, PR, part of PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION. Prisco Fuentes serves approximately 335 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 10.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Prisco Fuentes has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #399 of 842 schools in PR.
Structured state assessment records for Prisco Fuentes show 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
- This school 6.5 · Average
- District avg 7.0
- PR avg 7.0
What Parents Should Know
The chronic absenteeism rate at Prisco Fuentes was 38% 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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Prisco Fuentes — Students at Prisco Fuentes score 54% 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: 5.4/10.
How Prisco Fuentes Compares
See how Prisco Fuentes performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
SUITE 143, Canovanas, PR 00979
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Prisco Fuentes may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. JESUS MANUEL SUAREZ (rated 9.4/10, 3.0 miles away, in nearby Carolina), which scores notably higher. Another option is JUANA RODRIGUEZ MUNDO (rated 8.6/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, JESUS T. PINERO CAROLINA (rated 8.5/10, 3.7 miles away, in nearby Carolina), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Canovanas, see our Canovanas schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ANGEL P. MILLAN ROHENA Carolina | 0.2 mi | 5.1 |
| JUANA RODRIGUEZ MUNDO Canovanas | 1.0 mi | 8.6 |
| ANTONIO R. BARCELO Canovanas | 1.7 mi | 5.8 |
| LUIS HERNAIZ VERONNE Canovanas | 1.8 mi | 3.3 |
| CARLOS F. DANIELS Carolina | 2.2 mi | 3.2 |
| JOSE SEVERO QUINONES Carolina | 2.3 mi | 4.7 |
| LORENZO VIZCARRONDO Carolina | 2.4 mi | 5.6 |
| JESUS MARIA SANROMA Carolina | 2.5 mi | 3.1 |
| SALVADOR BRAU Carolina | 2.8 mi | 4.3 |
| AGUSTIN CABRERA Carolina | 2.8 mi | 4.4 |
| LUZ AMERICA CALDERON Carolina | 2.8 mi | 4.4 |
| DR. MODESTO RIVERA RIVERA Carolina | 2.9 mi | 7.9 |
| JESUS MANUEL SUAREZ Carolina | 3.0 mi | 9.4 |
| VOCACIONAL WILLIAM RIVERA BETANCOURT Canovanas | 3.0 mi | 7.4 |
| JOSE SANTOS QUINONES Canovanas | 3.2 mi | 6.1 |
| JOSE CALZADA FERRER Canovanas | 3.4 mi | 4.9 |
| ELEMENTAL BARRIO LAS 400 Canovanas | 3.4 mi | 4.4 |
| DR. PEDRO ALBIZU CAMPOS CANOVANAS Canovanas | 3.4 mi | 6.7 |
| ROBERTO CLEMENTE Carolina | 3.5 mi | 7.7 |
| JESUS T. PINERO CAROLINA Carolina | 3.7 mi | 8.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 00979 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$35,521
Median Home Value
$189,100
Median Rent
$990/mo
Population
15,597
College Educated
49.7%
Homeownership
65%
Avg Commute
25.9 min
Poverty Rate
23.1%
Median Age
54
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Prisco Fuentes
What grades does Prisco Fuentes serve?
Prisco Fuentes serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Prisco Fuentes?
Prisco Fuentes has an enrollment of approximately 335 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Prisco Fuentes?
The student-teacher ratio at Prisco Fuentes is 10.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Prisco Fuentes rank in PR?
Prisco Fuentes ranks #399 of 842 schools in PR.
What is Prisco Fuentes's MySchoolScout rating?
Prisco Fuentes has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 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 Prisco Fuentes?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Prisco Fuentes has 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
Is Prisco Fuentes a charter school?
No, Prisco Fuentes is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Prisco Fuentes a Title I school?
No, Prisco Fuentes is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Prisco Fuentes?
91.0% of students at Prisco Fuentes 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
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 335
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 33
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 91.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Carolina Municipio
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 37.9%
- Phone
- (787) 750-4060
Resources & Links
District
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION- District Enrollment
- 240,910
- Schools in District
- 858
- District Rank
- #399 of 842
How We Rate Schools
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