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Very Good

#248 of 842 schools in PR

Top 29% in state

Rafael Antonio Delgado Mateo

Elementary School · PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION

PO BOX 1649, Guayama, PR 00784

Enrollment

192

Student-Teacher

10.1:1

Score

7.5

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Puerto Rico schools

#248 of 842

In Guayama

#5 of 11

public schools

In district

#248 of 842

PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION

School environment

9.0 / 10

Excellent

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Rafael Antonio Delgado Mateo

7.5/10

Elementary School in Guayama · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Rafael Antonio Delgado Mateo

Rafael Antonio Delgado Mateo is a public elementary school in Guayama, PR, part of PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION. Rafael Antonio Delgado Mateo serves approximately 192 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 10.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Rafael Antonio Delgado Mateo has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #248 of 842 schools in PR.

Structured state assessment records for Rafael Antonio Delgado Mateo show 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).

How it compares0.5 pts above district
  • This school 7.5 · Very Good
  • District avg 7.0
  • PR avg 7.0

What Parents Should Know

With an enrollment of 192 students, Rafael Antonio Delgado Mateo is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.6Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data9
Annual Change+1.43 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2018
TrendImproving
Academics6.5Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency47% (2018 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency27% (2018 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency37% (2018 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)39% (model expectation from 2018 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-2.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile50th
Resources & Environment9.0Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.1:1
Chronic Absenteeism7.8%

Rafael Antonio Delgado Mateo — Students at Rafael Antonio Delgado Mateo score 37% 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 34.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2018)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 32.0% (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
27%
ELA
27%
2011
Math
12%
ELA
27%
2012
Math
27%
ELA
47%
2013
Math
27%
ELA
37%
2014
Math
22%
ELA
32%
2015
Math
57%
ELA
42%
2016
Math
52%
ELA
27%
2017
Math
37%
ELA
22%
2018
Math
47%
ELA
27%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.6/10.

How Rafael Antonio Delgado Mateo Compares

See how Rafael Antonio Delgado Mateo performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.5/10
71th percentile in PR
Academic
6.5/10
Average
Growth
7.6/10
Very Good
Environment
9.0/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
91%
Teaching Staff
10:1 student-teacher ratio
19 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
7.8%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

PO BOX 1649, Guayama, PR 00784

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Rafael Antonio Delgado Mateo may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. CARMEN BOZELLO DE HUYKE (rated 9.4/10, 4.0 miles away, in nearby Arroyo), which scores notably higher. Another option is ADALBERTO SANCHEZ MORALES (rated 8.9/10, 3.9 miles away, in nearby Arroyo), which scores notably higher. Additionally, JOAQUIN PARRILLA (rated 8.8/10, 5.7 miles away, in nearby Patillas), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Guayama, see our Guayama schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 6.5 mi
School Distance Rating
GENARO CAUTINO Guayama 0.9 mi 9.1
VICENTE PALES ANES Guayama 1.2 mi 7.4
WASHINGTON I Guayama 1.4 mi 8.2
SIMON MADERA Guayama 1.5 mi 7.4
DR. RAFAEL LOPEZ LANDRON Guayama 1.7 mi 3.5
FRANCISCO GARCIA BOYRIE Guayama 2.1 mi 6.1
OSCAR HERNANDEZ GUEVARA Guayama 2.2 mi 7.8
JUAN ALEMANY SILVA Guayama 2.3 mi 7.3
DRA. MARIA SOCORRO LACOT Guayama 2.3 mi 8.0
SUPERIOR URBANA DE ARROYO Arroyo 3.4 mi 4.2
DOLORES GONZALEZ Arroyo 3.6 mi 5.3
JOSE HORACIO CORA Arroyo 3.8 mi 5.7
ADALBERTO SANCHEZ MORALES Arroyo 3.9 mi 8.9
CARMEN BOZELLO DE HUYKE Arroyo 4.0 mi 9.4
JOSE M. MASSARI Arroyo 4.0 mi 5.3
ADELA BRENES TEXIDOR Guayama 4.7 mi 5.0
JOAQUIN PARRILLA Patillas 5.7 mi 8.8
MARIA DAVILA SEMIDEY Patillas 6.2 mi 7.3
JOSEFINA MUNOZ DE BERNIER Patillas 6.2 mi 5.2
CECILIO LEBRON RAMOS Patillas 6.5 mi 8.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 00784 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$20,347

Median Home Value

$104,000

Median Rent

$443/mo

Population

35,405

College Educated

22.7%

Homeownership

71.1%

Avg Commute

25 min

Poverty Rate

48.6%

Median Age

41

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Rafael Antonio Delgado Mateo

What grades does Rafael Antonio Delgado Mateo serve?

Rafael Antonio Delgado Mateo serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.

How many students attend Rafael Antonio Delgado Mateo?

Rafael Antonio Delgado Mateo has an enrollment of approximately 192 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Rafael Antonio Delgado Mateo?

The student-teacher ratio at Rafael Antonio Delgado Mateo is 10.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Rafael Antonio Delgado Mateo rank in PR?

Rafael Antonio Delgado Mateo ranks #248 of 842 schools in PR.

What is Rafael Antonio Delgado Mateo's MySchoolScout rating?

Rafael Antonio Delgado Mateo has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 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 Rafael Antonio Delgado Mateo?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Rafael Antonio Delgado Mateo has 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).

Is Rafael Antonio Delgado Mateo a charter school?

No, Rafael Antonio Delgado Mateo is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Rafael Antonio Delgado Mateo a Title I school?

No, Rafael Antonio Delgado Mateo is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Rafael Antonio Delgado Mateo?

91.1% of students at Rafael Antonio Delgado Mateo 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
192
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
19
Free/Reduced Lunch
91.1%
Type
regular
Setting
Small Suburb
County
Guayama Municipio
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
7.8%

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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