Excellent
#87 of 842 schools in PR
Top 10% in state
Ralph W. Emerson
Elementary School · PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
PO BOX 831, Camuy, PR 00627
Enrollment
378
Student-Teacher
11.1:1
Score
8.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
378
Student-Teacher
11.1:1
Score
8.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Puerto Rico schools
#87 of 842
In Camuy
#2 of 8
public schools
In district
#87 of 842
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
Academic performance
9.4 / 10
Excellent
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Ralph W. Emerson
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About Ralph W. Emerson
Ralph W. Emerson is a public elementary school in Camuy, PR, part of PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION. Ralph W.
Emerson serves approximately 378 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 11.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Ralph W. Emerson has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.7 out of 10 and ranks #87 of 842 schools in PR.
Structured state assessment records for Ralph W. Emerson show 72% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 72% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
- This school 8.7 · Excellent
- District avg 7.0
- PR avg 7.0
Score Breakdown
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Ralph W. Emerson — Students at Ralph W. Emerson score 74% 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: 8.4/10.
How Ralph W. Emerson Compares
See how Ralph W. Emerson performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
PO BOX 831, Camuy, PR 00627
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Ralph W. Emerson may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. AMALIA LOPEZ DE AVILA (rated 9.2/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is EPIFANIO ESTRADA ISABELA (rated 9.0/10, 6.7 miles away, in nearby Isabela), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, PEDRO AMADOR (rated 8.6/10, 1.1 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Camuy, see our Camuy schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 7.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| PEDRO AMADOR Camuy | 1.1 mi | 8.6 |
| LUIS F. CRESPO Camuy | 1.4 mi | 6.5 |
| ANTONIO REYES Camuy | 1.9 mi | 5.4 |
| AMALIA LOPEZ DE AVILA Camuy | 1.9 mi | 9.2 |
| LUIS FELIPE RODRIGUEZ GARCIA Arecibo | 3.0 mi | 6.2 |
| LUIS MUNOZ RIVERA Quebradillas | 3.0 mi | 5.8 |
| LORENZO COBALLES GANDIA Hatillo | 3.5 mi | 4.1 |
| JUAN ALEJO ARIZMENDI Quebradillas | 4.1 mi | 6.4 |
| SUPERIOR MANUEL RAMOS HERNANDEZ Quebradillas | 4.1 mi | 6.1 |
| EUGENIO MARIA DE HOSTOS HATILLO Hatillo | 4.3 mi | 6.2 |
| LUIS MUNOZ RIVERA HATILLO Hatillo | 4.3 mi | 5.5 |
| DR. PEDRO ALBIZU CAMPOS QUEBRADILLAS Quebradillas | 4.3 mi | 3.2 |
| RAMON EMETERIO BETANCES Quebradillas | 4.3 mi | 8.5 |
| HONORIO HERNANDEZ Quebradillas | 4.4 mi | 4.1 |
| TIMOTEO DELGADO Hatillo | 6.2 mi | 5.1 |
| JOAQUIN VAZQUEZ CRUZ Camuy | 6.7 mi | 5.8 |
| CARMEN NOELIA PERAZA TOLEDO Hatillo | 6.5 mi | 8.6 |
| EPIFANIO ESTRADA ISABELA Isabela | 6.7 mi | 9.0 |
| JOSE A. VARGAS Isabela | 7.0 mi | 5.7 |
| SUPERIOR MIGUEL F SANTIAGO ECHEGARAY Camuy | 7.7 mi | 5.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 00627 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$26,094
Median Home Value
$105,500
Median Rent
$574/mo
Population
32,753
College Educated
21.2%
Homeownership
76.7%
Avg Commute
27.7 min
Poverty Rate
39%
Median Age
45.1
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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ELEMENTAL BO. QUEBRADA NEGRITO Trujillo Alto, PR | 8.7 |
| JUAN CUEVAS ABOY Ponce, PR | 8.7 |
| LLANOS DEL SUR Ponce, PR | 8.7 |
| CARMEN NOELIA PERAZA TOLEDO Hatillo, PR | 8.6 |
| DR. EFRAIN SANCHEZ HIDALGO TOA BAJA Toa Baja, PR | 8.6 |
| EUGENIO BRAC Naguabo, PR | 8.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Ralph W. Emerson
What grades does Ralph W. Emerson serve?
Ralph W. Emerson serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Ralph W. Emerson?
Ralph W. Emerson has an enrollment of approximately 378 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Ralph W. Emerson?
The student-teacher ratio at Ralph W. Emerson is 11.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Ralph W. Emerson rank in PR?
Ralph W. Emerson ranks #87 of 842 schools in PR.
What is Ralph W. Emerson's MySchoolScout rating?
Ralph W. Emerson has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.7 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 Ralph W. Emerson?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Ralph W. Emerson has 72% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 72% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
Is Ralph W. Emerson a charter school?
No, Ralph W. Emerson is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Ralph W. Emerson a Title I school?
No, Ralph W. Emerson is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Ralph W. Emerson?
91.0% of students at Ralph W. Emerson 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
- 37 Car-Dependent
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 378
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 34
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 91.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize Suburb
- County
- Camuy Municipio
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 18.5%
- Phone
- (787) 898-2037
Resources & Links
District
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION- District Enrollment
- 240,910
- Schools in District
- 858
- District Rank
- #87 of 842
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