Very Good
#279 of 842 schools in PR
Top 33% in state
Rafael Colon Salgado
Elementary School · PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
PO BOX 1244, Bayamon, PR 00956
Enrollment
441
Student-Teacher
9.6:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
441
Student-Teacher
9.6:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Puerto Rico schools
#279 of 842
In Bayamon
#11 of 41
public schools
In district
#279 of 842
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
Academic growth
8.4 / 10
Excellent
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About Rafael Colon Salgado
Rafael Colon Salgado is a public elementary school in Bayamon, PR, part of PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION. Rafael Colon Salgado serves approximately 441 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 9.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Rafael Colon Salgado has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #279 of 842 schools in PR.
Structured state assessment records for Rafael Colon Salgado show 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
- This school 7.3 · Very Good
- District avg 7.0
- PR avg 7.0
What Parents Should Know
With a student-teacher ratio of 9.6:1, Rafael Colon Salgado 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 Rafael Colon Salgado 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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Rafael Colon Salgado — Students at Rafael Colon Salgado score 32% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
91.2%
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: 8.4/10.
How Rafael Colon Salgado Compares
See how Rafael Colon Salgado performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
PO BOX 1244, Bayamon, PR 00956
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Rafael Colon Salgado may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. JOSEFITA MONSERRATE DE SELLES (rated 8.7/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is JOSE CAMPECHE BAYAMON (rated 8.5/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ELEMENTAL REXVILLE (rated 8.2/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Bayamon, see our Bayamon schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| MIGUEL MELENDEZ MUNOZ BAYAMON Bayamon | 0.6 mi | 6.9 |
| BERNARDO HUYKE Bayamon | 0.7 mi | 6.0 |
| JESUS SANCHEZ ERAZO Bayamon | 1.0 mi | 3.0 |
| CARLOS ORAMA PADILLA Bayamon | 1.1 mi | 7.3 |
| JOSE CAMPECHE BAYAMON Bayamon | 1.1 mi | 8.5 |
| JULIO RESSY Bayamon | 1.2 mi | 7.3 |
| MARTA VELEZ DE FAJARDO Bayamon | 1.2 mi | 6.5 |
| CRISTOBAL COLON Bayamon | 1.2 mi | 6.8 |
| ELEMENTAL REXVILLE Bayamon | 1.4 mi | 8.2 |
| DR. JOSE PADIN BAYAMON Bayamon | 1.4 mi | 4.6 |
| FRANCISCO MANRIQUE CABRERA Bayamon | 1.4 mi | 5.5 |
| DR. HIRAM GONZALEZ Bayamon | 1.5 mi | 7.2 |
| PABLO CASALS Bayamon | 1.5 mi | 7.5 |
| MIGUEL DE CERVANTES SAAVEDRA Bayamon | 1.6 mi | 4.4 |
| EPIFANIO FERNANDEZ VANGA Bayamon | 1.9 mi | 8.0 |
| MARIA E. BAS DE VAZQUEZ Bayamon | 1.8 mi | 7.8 |
| MARIANO FELIU BALSEIRO Bayamon | 1.9 mi | 3.3 |
| JOSEFITA MONSERRATE DE SELLES Bayamon | 2.0 mi | 8.7 |
| TOMAS C. ONGAY Bayamon | 2.0 mi | 4.7 |
| MARIA VAZQUEZ DE UMPIERRE Bayamon | 2.1 mi | 6.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 00956 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$28,674
Median Home Value
$134,800
Median Rent
$645/mo
Population
67,050
College Educated
28.9%
Homeownership
69.9%
Avg Commute
30.7 min
Poverty Rate
37.3%
Median Age
43.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| CAMINO AL EXITO - ALIANZA Yabucoa, PR | 7.3 |
| CARLOS ORAMA PADILLA Bayamon, PR | 7.3 |
| ANGELA CORDERO BERNARD Ponce, PR | 7.2 |
| DOMINGO PIETRI RUIZ Adjuntas, PR | 7.2 |
| ISAAC DEL ROSARIO Catano, PR | 7.2 |
| ADRIAN TORRES TORRES Jayuya, PR | 7.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Rafael Colon Salgado
What grades does Rafael Colon Salgado serve?
Rafael Colon Salgado serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Rafael Colon Salgado?
Rafael Colon Salgado has an enrollment of approximately 441 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Rafael Colon Salgado?
The student-teacher ratio at Rafael Colon Salgado is 9.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Rafael Colon Salgado rank in PR?
Rafael Colon Salgado ranks #279 of 842 schools in PR.
What is Rafael Colon Salgado's MySchoolScout rating?
Rafael Colon Salgado has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 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 Colon Salgado?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Rafael Colon Salgado has 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
Is Rafael Colon Salgado a charter school?
No, Rafael Colon Salgado is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Rafael Colon Salgado a Title I school?
No, Rafael Colon Salgado is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Rafael Colon Salgado?
91.2% of students at Rafael Colon Salgado 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
- 47 Car-Dependent
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 441
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 46
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 91.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Bayamón Municipio
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 36.5%
- Phone
- (787) 799-0333
Resources & Links
District
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION- District Enrollment
- 240,910
- Schools in District
- 858
- District Rank
- #279 of 842
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