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#136 of 842 schools in PR

Top 16% in state

Ramon Alejandro Ayala

Elementary School · PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION

PO BOX 328, Comerio, PR 00782

Enrollment

378

Student-Teacher

11.5:1

Score

8.3

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Puerto Rico schools

#136 of 842

In Comerio

#4 of 9

public schools

In district

#136 of 842

PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION

School environment

9.0 / 10

Excellent

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Ramon Alejandro Ayala

8.3/10

Elementary School in Comerio · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Ramon Alejandro Ayala

Ramon Alejandro Ayala is a public elementary school in Comerio, PR, part of PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION. Ramon Alejandro Ayala serves approximately 378 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 11.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Ramon Alejandro Ayala has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 out of 10 and ranks #136 of 842 schools in PR.

Structured state assessment records for Ramon Alejandro Ayala show 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).

How it compares1.3 pts above district
  • This school 8.3 · Excellent
  • District avg 7.0
  • PR avg 7.0

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.3Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data9
Annual Change+2.17 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2018
TrendImproving
Academics7.8Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency47% (2018 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency52% (2018 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency50% (2018 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)41% (model expectation from 2018 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+8.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile68th
Resources & Environment9.0Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.5:1
Chronic Absenteeism7.4%

Ramon Alejandro Ayala — Students at Ramon Alejandro Ayala score 50% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

91%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores PR EDFACTS (2017-18)

Math Proficiency 26.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2018)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 37.8% (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
15%
ELA
27%
2011
Math
22%
ELA
42%
2012
Math
22%
ELA
37%
2013
Math
16%
ELA
36%
2014
Math
29%
ELA
34%
2015
Math
31%
ELA
40%
2016
Math
26%
ELA
30%
2017
Math
34%
ELA
42%
2018
Math
47%
ELA
52%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.3/10.

How Ramon Alejandro Ayala Compares

See how Ramon Alejandro Ayala performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.3/10
84th percentile in PR
Academic
7.8/10
Very Good
Growth
8.3/10
Excellent
Environment
9.0/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
91%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
33 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
7.4%

Location

PO BOX 328, Comerio, PR 00782

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Ramon Alejandro Ayala may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. OSCAR PORRATA DORIA (rated 9.8/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is INES MARIA MENDOZA DE MUNOZ MARIN (rated 9.4/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, FRANCISCO ROQUE MUNOZ (rated 9.3/10, 3.5 miles away, in nearby Naranjito), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Comerio, see our Comerio schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.9 mi
School Distance Rating
OSCAR PORRATA DORIA Comerio 1.3 mi 9.8
ANTOLIN SANTOS NEGRON Comerio 1.3 mi 6.0
CLAUDIO FERRER COTTO Comerio 1.4 mi 8.4
MANUEL CRUZ MACEIRA - BEISBOL Comerio 1.4 mi 6.2
JUANA COLON Comerio 1.6 mi 6.5
INES MARIA MENDOZA DE MUNOZ MARIN Comerio 1.7 mi 9.4
LUIS MUNOZ MARIN COMERIO Comerio 1.8 mi 8.0
ROSA LUZ ZAYAS Naranjito 2.4 mi 8.6
MARIA C. SANTIAGO Comerio 2.7 mi 6.6
INTERMEDIA FRANCISCO (PACO) LOPEZ LOPEZ Barranquitas 2.8 mi 8.8
PEDRO FERNANDEZ Naranjito 2.9 mi 4.8
EL FARALLON Barranquitas 3.1 mi 5.6
FRANCISCO ROQUE MUNOZ Naranjito 3.5 mi 9.3
ANTONIO VAZQUEZ RAMOS Barranquitas 3.9 mi 8.7
FRANCISCO LOPEZ CRUZ Naranjito 4.7 mi 5.6
FRANCISCO MORALES Naranjito 4.8 mi 3.5
RUBEN RODRIGUEZ FIGUEROA Naranjito 4.8 mi 6.6
BERNARDA ROBLES DE HEVIA Naranjito 4.8 mi 5.8
RAMON T. RIVERA Barranquitas 4.7 mi 7.2
MERCEDES ROSADO Naranjito 4.9 mi 4.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 00782 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$17,090

Median Home Value

$107,800

Median Rent

$490/mo

Population

18,397

College Educated

18.2%

Homeownership

61.7%

Avg Commute

30.3 min

Poverty Rate

53.4%

Median Age

41.8

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Ramon Alejandro Ayala

What grades does Ramon Alejandro Ayala serve?

Ramon Alejandro Ayala serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.

How many students attend Ramon Alejandro Ayala?

Ramon Alejandro Ayala has an enrollment of approximately 378 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Ramon Alejandro Ayala?

The student-teacher ratio at Ramon Alejandro Ayala is 11.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Ramon Alejandro Ayala rank in PR?

Ramon Alejandro Ayala ranks #136 of 842 schools in PR.

What is Ramon Alejandro Ayala's MySchoolScout rating?

Ramon Alejandro Ayala has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 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 Ramon Alejandro Ayala?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Ramon Alejandro Ayala has 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).

Is Ramon Alejandro Ayala a charter school?

No, Ramon Alejandro Ayala is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Ramon Alejandro Ayala a Title I school?

No, Ramon Alejandro Ayala is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Ramon Alejandro Ayala?

91.0% of students at Ramon Alejandro Ayala 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
17 Car-Dependent

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
378
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
33
Free/Reduced Lunch
91.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Comerío Municipio
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
7.4%

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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