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#5 of 842 schools in PR

Top 1% in state

Ramon Lopez Berrios

Elementary School · PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION

PO BOX 1504, Villalba, PR 00766

Enrollment

105

Student-Teacher

5.5:1

Score

9.6

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Puerto Rico schools

#5 of 842

In Villalba

#2 of 9

public schools

In district

#5 of 842

PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION

Academic performance

9.9 / 10

Excellent

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Ramon Lopez Berrios

9.6/10

Elementary School in Villalba · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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4.0/10

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About Ramon Lopez Berrios

Ramon Lopez Berrios is a public elementary school in Villalba, PR, part of PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION. Ramon Lopez Berrios serves approximately 105 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 5.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Ramon Lopez Berrios has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.6 out of 10 and ranks #5 of 842 schools in PR.

Structured state assessment records for Ramon Lopez Berrios show 73% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 78% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).

How it compares2.6 pts above district
  • This school 9.6 · Excellent
  • District avg 7.0
  • PR avg 7.0

What Parents Should Know

With an enrollment of 105 students, Ramon Lopez Berrios 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.

With a student-teacher ratio of 5.5:1, Ramon Lopez Berrios 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.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.7Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data9
Annual Change+4.79 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2018
TrendImproving
Academics9.9Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency95% (2018 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency95% (2018 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency95% (2018 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)50% (model expectation from 2018 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+45.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile99th
Resources & Environment8.7Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio5.5:1
Chronic Absenteeism11.4%

Ramon Lopez Berrios — Students at Ramon Lopez Berrios score 95% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 50%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

90.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores PR EDFACTS (2017-18)

Math Proficiency 73.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2018)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 78.2% (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
42%
ELA
47%
2011
Math
67%
ELA
87%
2012
Math
62%
ELA
67%
2013
Math
62%
ELA
72%
2014
Math
72%
ELA
77%
2015
Math
77%
ELA
92%
2016
Math
92%
ELA
77%
2017
Math
90%
ELA
90%
2018
Math
95%
ELA
95%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.7/10.

How Ramon Lopez Berrios Compares

See how Ramon Lopez Berrios performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
9.6/10
100th percentile in PR
Academic
9.9/10
Excellent
Growth
9.7/10
Excellent
Environment
8.7/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
91%
Teaching Staff
6:1 student-teacher ratio
19 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
11.4%

Location

PO BOX 1504, Villalba, PR 00766

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Ramon Lopez Berrios may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ANGEL RAFAEL DIAZ COLON (rated 9.6/10, 4.5 miles away, in nearby Orocovis), with a very similar rating. Another option is RUTHFORD B. HAYES (rated 9.2/10, 7.6 miles away, in nearby Juana Diaz), with a comparable rating. Additionally, BONIFACIO ALVARADO (rated 8.7/10, 2.7 miles away, in nearby Orocovis), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Villalba, see our Villalba schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 7.6 mi
School Distance Rating
ISABEL ALVARADO ALVARADO Villalba 1.6 mi 4.0
NORMA I. TORRES COLON Villalba 2.4 mi 7.3
DANIEL SERRANO RIVERA Villalba 2.4 mi 8.1
FRANCISCO ZAYAS SANTANA Villalba 2.5 mi 3.8
BONIFACIO ALVARADO Orocovis 2.7 mi 8.7
LYSANDER BORRERO TERRY Villalba 2.8 mi 6.4
CENTRO RESIDENCIAL OPORTUNIDADES EDUCATIVAS VILLALBA (CROEV) Villalba 3.0 mi 9.7
MATRULLAS Orocovis 3.3 mi 4.6
HATILLO Villalba 3.3 mi 8.1
CRISTINA (AMADA) MARTINEZ MARTINEZ Villalba 3.9 mi 6.2
ANGEL RAFAEL DIAZ COLON Orocovis 4.5 mi 9.6
FRANCISCO PRADO PICART Juana Diaz 5.9 mi 3.7
ZOILO GRACIA Juana Diaz 6.4 mi 8.5
JOSE ROJAS CORTES Orocovis 6.9 mi 8.1
ALBERTO MELENDEZ Orocovis 7.0 mi 4.0
NEMESIO R. CANALES Jayuya 7.0 mi 4.4
SANAMUERTOS Orocovis 7.1 mi 6.2
NELIDA MELENDEZ MELENDEZ Orocovis 7.2 mi 6.7
MANUEL FERNANDEZ JUNCOS Juana Diaz 7.5 mi 6.3
RUTHFORD B. HAYES Juana Diaz 7.6 mi 9.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 00766 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$24,906

Median Home Value

$102,900

Median Rent

$519/mo

Population

21,829

College Educated

22.4%

Homeownership

78.7%

Avg Commute

29.3 min

Poverty Rate

41.8%

Median Age

43.4

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Ramon Lopez Berrios

What grades does Ramon Lopez Berrios serve?

Ramon Lopez Berrios serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Ramon Lopez Berrios?

Ramon Lopez Berrios has an enrollment of approximately 105 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Ramon Lopez Berrios?

The student-teacher ratio at Ramon Lopez Berrios is 5.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Ramon Lopez Berrios rank in PR?

Ramon Lopez Berrios ranks #5 of 842 schools in PR.

What is Ramon Lopez Berrios's MySchoolScout rating?

Ramon Lopez Berrios has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.6 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 Lopez Berrios?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Ramon Lopez Berrios has 73% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 78% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).

Is Ramon Lopez Berrios a charter school?

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

Is Ramon Lopez Berrios a Title I school?

No, Ramon Lopez Berrios is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Ramon Lopez Berrios?

90.5% of students at Ramon Lopez Berrios 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
20 Car-Dependent

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
105
Student-Teacher Ratio
5.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
19
Free/Reduced Lunch
90.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Small Suburb
County
Villalba Municipio
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
11.4%

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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