Excellent
#182 of 842 schools in PR
Top 22% in state
Purificacion Rodriguez
Elementary School · PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
PO BOX 3001 SUITE 184, Coamo, PR 00769
Enrollment
269
Student-Teacher
10:1
Score
8.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
269
Student-Teacher
10:1
Score
8.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Puerto Rico schools
#182 of 842
In Coamo
#2 of 12
public schools
In district
#182 of 842
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
Academic performance
9.6 / 10
Excellent
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About Purificacion Rodriguez
Purificacion Rodriguez is a public elementary school in Coamo, PR, part of PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION. Purificacion Rodriguez serves approximately 269 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 10:1 student-teacher ratio. Purificacion Rodriguez has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 out of 10 and ranks #182 of 842 schools in PR.
Structured state assessment records for Purificacion Rodriguez show 69% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 77% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
- This school 8.0 · Excellent
- District avg 7.0
- PR avg 7.0
What Parents Should Know
The chronic absenteeism rate at Purificacion Rodriguez was 37% 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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Purificacion Rodriguez — Students at Purificacion Rodriguez score 80% proficient, which is above 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
↑ ImprovingAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.6/10.
How Purificacion Rodriguez Compares
See how Purificacion Rodriguez performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
PO BOX 3001 SUITE 184, Coamo, PR 00769
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Purificacion Rodriguez may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. JOSE RAMON RODRIGUEZ (rated 9.0/10, 0.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is ANA VALLDEJULY (rated 8.8/10, 7.6 miles away, in nearby Santa Isabel), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, EUGENIO NAZARIO SOTO (rated 7.7/10, 3.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Coamo, see our Coamo schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 7.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| JOSE RAMON RODRIGUEZ Coamo | 0.1 mi | 9.0 |
| BENJAMIN FRANKLIN Coamo | 0.2 mi | 3.8 |
| FLORENCIO SANTIAGO Coamo | 0.2 mi | 7.6 |
| RAMON JOSE DAVILA Coamo | 0.5 mi | 6.0 |
| JOSE M ESPADA ZAYAS Coamo | 0.6 mi | 5.7 |
| JOSE FELIPE ZAYAS Coamo | 1.0 mi | 5.4 |
| HERMINIO W. SANTAELLA Coamo | 2.7 mi | 7.0 |
| SUSANA RIVERA Coamo | 3.2 mi | 6.8 |
| EUGENIO NAZARIO SOTO Coamo | 3.8 mi | 7.7 |
| ROMAN COLON CORREA Coamo | 4.3 mi | 7.1 |
| SABINO RIVERA BERRIOS Coamo | 5.4 mi | 4.2 |
| JOSE CELSO BARBOSA Aibonito | 5.6 mi | 6.8 |
| DRA. CARMEN DELIA COLON MARTINEZ Aibonito | 7.2 mi | 6.2 |
| RAFAEL PONT FLORES Aibonito | 7.2 mi | 8.2 |
| ANA VALLDEJULY Santa Isabel | 7.6 mi | 8.8 |
| DR. JOSE N. GANDARA Aibonito | 7.4 mi | 6.1 |
| PASTO Aibonito | 7.4 mi | 6.8 |
| FEDERICO DEGETAU II Aibonito | 7.6 mi | 6.8 |
| FEDERICO DEGETAU Barranquitas | 7.9 mi | 4.7 |
| BONIFACIO SANCHEZ JIMENEZ Aibonito | 7.6 mi | 6.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 00769 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$20,514
Median Home Value
$103,600
Median Rent
$518/mo
Population
33,953
College Educated
22.8%
Homeownership
76%
Avg Commute
25.3 min
Poverty Rate
52.3%
Median Age
45.3
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| EPIFANIO FERNANDEZ VANGA Bayamon, PR | 8.0 |
| ESTEBAN ROSADO BAEZ Mayaguez, PR | 8.0 |
| FELIX CORDOVA DAVILA Manati, PR | 8.0 |
| IMBERY Barceloneta, PR | 8.0 |
| JUAN A. SANCHEZ DAVILA Manati, PR | 8.0 |
| LUIS MUNIZ SOUFFRONT San Juan, PR | 8.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Purificacion Rodriguez
What grades does Purificacion Rodriguez serve?
Purificacion Rodriguez serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Purificacion Rodriguez?
Purificacion Rodriguez has an enrollment of approximately 269 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Purificacion Rodriguez?
The student-teacher ratio at Purificacion Rodriguez is 10:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Purificacion Rodriguez rank in PR?
Purificacion Rodriguez ranks #182 of 842 schools in PR.
What is Purificacion Rodriguez's MySchoolScout rating?
Purificacion Rodriguez has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 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 Purificacion Rodriguez?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Purificacion Rodriguez has 69% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 77% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
Is Purificacion Rodriguez a charter school?
No, Purificacion Rodriguez is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Purificacion Rodriguez a Title I school?
No, Purificacion Rodriguez is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Purificacion Rodriguez?
91.1% of students at Purificacion Rodriguez qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
- Walk Score
- 72 Very Walkable
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 269
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 27
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 91.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Town
- County
- Coamo Municipio
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 36.8%
- Phone
- (787) 825-1684
Resources & Links
District
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION- District Enrollment
- 240,910
- Schools in District
- 858
- District Rank
- #182 of 842
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