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Very Good

#318 of 842 schools in PR

Top 38% in state

Ramon Perez Purcell

School · PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION

PO BOX 899, Penuelas, PR 00624

Enrollment

284

Student-Teacher

10.5:1

Score

7.0

Grades

Kindergarten – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Puerto Rico schools

#318 of 842

In Penuelas

#4 of 7

public schools

In district

#318 of 842

PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION

School environment

9.7 / 10

Excellent

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Ramon Perez Purcell

7.0/10

School in Penuelas · grades Kindergarten – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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5.6/10

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About Ramon Perez Purcell

Ramon Perez Purcell is a public school in Penuelas, PR, part of PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION. Ramon Perez Purcell serves approximately 284 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 10.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Ramon Perez Purcell has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #318 of 842 schools in PR.

Structured state assessment records for Ramon Perez Purcell show 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).

How it compares0.7 pts above district
  • This school 7.0 · Very Good
  • District avg 6.3
  • PR avg 6.3

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress9.0Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data9
Annual Change+3.18 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2018
TrendImproving
Academics7.6Very Good25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency38% (2018 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency53% (2018 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency46% (2018 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)38% (model expectation from 2018 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+7.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile64th
College Readiness3.1Needs Improvement30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment9.7Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.5:1

Ramon Perez Purcell — Students at Ramon Perez Purcell score 46% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

91.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores PR EDFACTS (2017-18)

Math Proficiency 49.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2018)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 59.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2018)
School
State
N/A

Based on 18 test records from PR state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
32%
ELA
42%
2011
Math
37%
ELA
47%
2012
Math
57%
ELA
42%
2013
Math
52%
ELA
67%
2014
Math
32%
ELA
42%
2015
Math
47%
ELA
77%
2016
Math
72%
ELA
87%
2017
Math
77%
ELA
77%
2018
Math
38%
ELA
53%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.0/10.

How Ramon Perez Purcell Compares

See how Ramon Perez Purcell performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.0/10
62th percentile in PR
Academic
7.6/10
Very Good
Growth
9.0/10
Excellent
Environment
9.7/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
91%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
27 teachers

Location

PO BOX 899, Penuelas, PR 00624

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Ramon Perez Purcell may also want to explore other schools in the area. DALILA TORRES (rated 6.7/10, 3.6 miles away, in nearby Guayanilla), with a very similar rating. Another option is GLORIA MARIA BORRERO OLIVERAS (rated 6.3/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Guayanilla), with a comparable rating. Additionally, RAFAEL IRIZARRY RIVERA (rated 5.6/10, 2.1 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Penuelas, see our Penuelas schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 6.9 mi
School Distance Rating
JOSEFA VELEZ BAUZA Penuelas 1.5 mi 5.6
GLORIA MARIA BORRERO OLIVERAS Guayanilla 1.6 mi 6.3
RAFAEL IRIZARRY RIVERA Penuelas 2.1 mi 5.6
WEBSTER Penuelas 2.2 mi 8.0
MIGUEL GONZALEZ BAUZA Penuelas 2.8 mi 7.5
INTERMEDIA TALLABOA ALTA Penuelas 3.4 mi 5.4
DALILA TORRES Guayanilla 3.6 mi 6.7
HERMINIO ARZOLA EMMANUELLI Guayanilla 3.6 mi 8.9
ASUNCION RODRIGUEZ DE SALA Guayanilla 3.6 mi 5.9
ARISTIDES CALES QUIROS Guayanilla 3.9 mi 5.1
JORGE LUCAS VALDIVIESO Penuelas 4.9 mi 7.0
DOMINGO MASSOL Adjuntas 5.3 mi 9.1
HIPOLITO GARCIA BORRERO Guayanilla 6.0 mi 5.5
JAIME CASTANER Yauco 6.0 mi 6.2
SANTIAGO NEGRONI Yauco 6.5 mi 8.0
ELVIRA VICENTE Yauco 6.5 mi 5.8
LUIS MUNOZ RIVERA YAUCO Yauco 6.5 mi 7.7
ERNESTO RAMOS ANTONINI YAUCO Yauco 6.6 mi 9.3
SUPERIOR BETHZAIDA VELAZQUEZ Ponce 6.6 mi 6.2
PROFESORA LUISA MONSEGUR VELEZ Yauco 6.9 mi 9.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 00624 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$21,091

Median Home Value

$88,100

Median Rent

$530/mo

Population

21,374

College Educated

24.8%

Homeownership

68.8%

Avg Commute

26.6 min

Poverty Rate

51.2%

Median Age

40.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Ramon Perez Purcell

What grades does Ramon Perez Purcell serve?

Ramon Perez Purcell serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.

How many students attend Ramon Perez Purcell?

Ramon Perez Purcell has an enrollment of approximately 284 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Ramon Perez Purcell?

The student-teacher ratio at Ramon Perez Purcell is 10.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Ramon Perez Purcell rank in PR?

Ramon Perez Purcell ranks #318 of 842 schools in PR.

What is Ramon Perez Purcell's MySchoolScout rating?

Ramon Perez Purcell has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 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 Perez Purcell?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Ramon Perez Purcell has 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).

Is Ramon Perez Purcell a charter school?

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

Is Ramon Perez Purcell a Title I school?

No, Ramon Perez Purcell is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Ramon Perez Purcell?

91.2% of students at Ramon Perez Purcell 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
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
284
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
27
Free/Reduced Lunch
91.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Small Suburb
County
Peñuelas Municipio

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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