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#719 of 842 schools in PR

Rvdo. Felix Castro Rodriguez

Middle School · PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION

PO BOX 3629 VALLE ARRIBA HEIGHTS, Carolina, PR 00985

Enrollment

200

Student-Teacher

14.3:1

Score

4.4

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Puerto Rico schools

#719 of 842

In Carolina

#18 of 25

public schools

In district

#719 of 842

PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION

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Rvdo. Felix Castro Rodriguez

4.4/10

Middle School in Carolina · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Rvdo. Felix Castro Rodriguez

Rvdo. Felix Castro Rodriguez is a public middle school in Carolina, PR, part of PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION. Rvdo.

Felix Castro Rodriguez serves approximately 200 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 14.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Rvdo. Felix Castro Rodriguez has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 out of 10 and ranks #719 of 842 schools in PR.

Structured state assessment records for Rvdo. Felix Castro Rodriguez show 5% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).

How it compares0.3 pts below district
  • This school 4.4 · Below Average
  • District avg 4.7
  • PR avg 4.7

What Parents Should Know

The chronic absenteeism rate at Rvdo. Felix Castro Rodriguez was 69% 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.8Below Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data9
Annual Change+0.03 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2018
TrendStable
Academics5.3Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency10% (2018 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency47% (2018 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency29% (2018 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)41% (model expectation from 2018 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-12.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile35th
Resources & Environment2.7Needs Improvement25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.3:1
Chronic Absenteeism68.5%

Rvdo. Felix Castro Rodriguez — Students at Rvdo. Felix Castro Rodriguez score 28% proficient, which is below 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 4.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2018)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 51.9% (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
2%
ELA
54%
2011
Math
2%
ELA
56%
2012
Math
2%
ELA
54%
2013
Math
2%
ELA
56%
2014
Math
3%
ELA
44%
2015
Math
6%
ELA
57%
2016
Math
11%
ELA
50%
2017
Math
4%
ELA
49%
2018
Math
10%
ELA
47%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 4.8/10.

How Rvdo. Felix Castro Rodriguez Compares

See how Rvdo. Felix Castro Rodriguez performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
4.4/10
15th percentile in PR
Academic
5.3/10
Average
Growth
4.8/10
Below Average
Environment
2.7/10
Needs Improvement

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
91%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
14 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
68.5%

Location

PO BOX 3629 VALLE ARRIBA HEIGHTS, Carolina, PR 00985

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Rvdo. Felix Castro Rodriguez may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. AGUSTIN CABRERA (rated 4.4/10, 1.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is MANUEL FEBRES GONZALEZ (rated 4.0/10, 1.7 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, RENE MARQUES (rated 3.9/10, 1.1 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Carolina, see our Carolina schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.4 mi
School Distance Rating
RENE MARQUES Carolina 1.1 mi 3.9
FRANCISCO MATIAS LUGO Carolina 1.1 mi 5.7
DR. MODESTO RIVERA RIVERA Carolina 1.5 mi 7.9
MARIA TERESA SERRANO Carolina 1.5 mi 7.7
LUZ AMERICA CALDERON Carolina 1.6 mi 4.4
AGUSTIN CABRERA Carolina 1.7 mi 4.4
JESUS MARIA SANROMA Carolina 1.7 mi 3.1
EDUARDO J. SALDANA Carolina 1.6 mi 7.8
MANUEL FEBRES GONZALEZ Carolina 1.7 mi 4.0
GILBERTO CONCEPCION DE GRACIA Carolina 1.8 mi 4.6
PASCASIO P. SANCERRIT Carolina 1.7 mi 2.8
CARLOS F. DANIELS Carolina 2.3 mi 3.2
DR. JOSE M. LAZARO Carolina 2.2 mi 4.7
LORENZO VIZCARRONDO Carolina 2.4 mi 5.6
JOSE SEVERO QUINONES Carolina 2.4 mi 4.7
PEDRO MOCZO BANIET Carolina 2.3 mi 4.0
ANTONIO SARRIERA EGOZCUE San Juan 2.5 mi 6.6
LEAP STEAM+E ACADEMY OF SAN JUAN - ALIANZA San Juan 2.7 mi 4.5
ROBERTO CLEMENTE Carolina 2.9 mi 7.7
DRA. ANGELES PASTOR San Juan 3.4 mi 8.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 00985 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$35,012

Median Home Value

$144,900

Median Rent

$554/mo

Population

31,783

College Educated

28.1%

Homeownership

66.9%

Avg Commute

29.1 min

Poverty Rate

27.6%

Median Age

48.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Rvdo. Felix Castro Rodriguez

What grades does Rvdo. Felix Castro Rodriguez serve?

Rvdo. Felix Castro Rodriguez serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Rvdo. Felix Castro Rodriguez?

Rvdo. Felix Castro Rodriguez has an enrollment of approximately 200 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Rvdo. Felix Castro Rodriguez?

The student-teacher ratio at Rvdo. Felix Castro Rodriguez is 14.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Rvdo. Felix Castro Rodriguez rank in PR?

Rvdo. Felix Castro Rodriguez ranks #719 of 842 schools in PR.

What is Rvdo. Felix Castro Rodriguez's MySchoolScout rating?

Rvdo. Felix Castro Rodriguez has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 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 Rvdo. Felix Castro Rodriguez?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Rvdo. Felix Castro Rodriguez has 5% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).

Is Rvdo. Felix Castro Rodriguez a charter school?

No, Rvdo. Felix Castro Rodriguez is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Rvdo. Felix Castro Rodriguez a Title I school?

No, Rvdo. Felix Castro Rodriguez is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Rvdo. Felix Castro Rodriguez?

91.0% of students at Rvdo. Felix Castro Rodriguez 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
6th – 8th
Enrollment
200
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
14
Free/Reduced Lunch
91.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Carolina Municipio
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
68.5%
Phone
(787) 750-1330

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District

PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
District Enrollment
240,910
Schools in District
858
District Rank
#719 of 842

Other Schools in This District

CARMEN BARROSO MORALES 9.8 OSCAR PORRATA DORIA 9.8 CENTRO RESIDENCIAL OPORTUNIDADES EDUCATIVAS VILLALBA (CROEV) 9.7 JUDITH A. VIVAS 9.7 ANGEL RAFAEL DIAZ COLON 9.6

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.

Read our full methodology
Data sources
NCES CCDSY 2022-23PR EDFACTS2017-18NCES EdFacts2019–2022Census ACS2019-2023MySchoolScout Rankings2024 Full details →

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