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#391 of 842 schools in PR

Top 46% in state

Santa Rosa III

Elementary School · PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION

PO BOX 1899, Guaynabo, PR 00969

Enrollment

211

Student-Teacher

9.2:1

Score

6.5

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Puerto Rico schools

#391 of 842

In Guaynabo

#4 of 11

public schools

In district

#391 of 842

PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION

School environment

9.7 / 10

Excellent

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Santa Rosa III

6.5/10

Elementary School in Guaynabo · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Santa Rosa III

Santa Rosa III is a public elementary school in Guaynabo, PR, part of PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION. Santa Rosa III serves approximately 211 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 9.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Santa Rosa III has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #391 of 842 schools in PR.

Structured state assessment records for Santa Rosa III show 82% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 88% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).

How it compares0.5 pts below district
  • This school 6.5 · Average
  • District avg 7.0
  • PR avg 7.0

What Parents Should Know

With a student-teacher ratio of 9.2:1, Santa Rosa III 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 Progress3.5Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data9
Annual Change-0.68 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2018
TrendStable
Academics9.4Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency77% (2018 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency72% (2018 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency75% (2018 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)41% (model expectation from 2018 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+33.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile90th
Resources & Environment9.7Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio9.2:1

Santa Rosa III — Students at Santa Rosa III score 74% 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 82.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2018)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 88.2% (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
67%
ELA
92%
2011
Math
77%
ELA
92%
2012
Math
87%
ELA
92%
2013
Math
87%
ELA
92%
2014
Math
92%
ELA
97.5%
2015
Math
92%
ELA
97.5%
2016
Math
82%
ELA
82%
2017
Math
77%
ELA
77%
2018
Math
77%
ELA
72%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 3.5/10.

How Santa Rosa III Compares

See how Santa Rosa III performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.5/10
54th percentile in PR
Academic
9.4/10
Excellent
Growth
3.5/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
9.7/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
91%
Teaching Staff
9:1 student-teacher ratio
23 teachers

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

PO BOX 1899, Guaynabo, PR 00969

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Santa Rosa III may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. JOSEFITA MONSERRATE DE SELLES (rated 8.7/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Bayamon), which scores notably higher. Another option is SALOMON RODON TOLLENS (rated 8.7/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, JOSE CAMPECHE BAYAMON (rated 8.5/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Bayamon), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Guaynabo, see our Guaynabo schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.2 mi
School Distance Rating
TOMAS C. ONGAY Bayamon 0.7 mi 4.7
MARIA E. BAS DE VAZQUEZ Bayamon 0.7 mi 7.8
MARIANO FELIU BALSEIRO Bayamon 0.7 mi 3.3
MIGUEL DE CERVANTES SAAVEDRA Bayamon 0.9 mi 4.4
JOSEFITA MONSERRATE DE SELLES Bayamon 1.1 mi 8.7
DR. JOSE PADIN BAYAMON Bayamon 1.2 mi 4.6
CARMEN GOMEZ TEJERA BAYAMON Bayamon 1.4 mi 5.0
LUIS PALES MATOS Bayamon 1.4 mi 5.2
JUAN E. MIRANDA Guaynabo 1.4 mi 4.6
FAUSTINO SANTIAGO MONTALVO Bayamon 1.6 mi 5.3
INES MARIA MENDOZA DE MUNOZ MARIN BAYAMON Bayamon 1.5 mi 5.7
CRISTOBAL COLON Bayamon 1.5 mi 6.8
PEDRO P. CASABLANCA Bayamon 1.7 mi 4.2
JESUS SANCHEZ ERAZO Bayamon 1.7 mi 3.0
MARGARITA JANER PALACIOS Guaynabo 1.9 mi 4.6
BERNARDO HUYKE Bayamon 1.9 mi 6.0
RAFAEL MARTINEZ NADAL GUAYNABO Guaynabo 2.0 mi 2.5
SALOMON RODON TOLLENS Guaynabo 2.1 mi 8.7
JOSE CAMPECHE BAYAMON Bayamon 2.1 mi 8.5
DR. JOSE ANTONIO DAVILA Bayamon 2.2 mi 5.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 00969 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$58,205

Median Home Value

$250,900

Median Rent

$963/mo

Population

41,619

College Educated

58.5%

Homeownership

71.4%

Avg Commute

25.7 min

Poverty Rate

20.2%

Median Age

45.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Santa Rosa III

What grades does Santa Rosa III serve?

Santa Rosa III serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.

How many students attend Santa Rosa III?

Santa Rosa III has an enrollment of approximately 211 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Santa Rosa III?

The student-teacher ratio at Santa Rosa III is 9.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Santa Rosa III rank in PR?

Santa Rosa III ranks #391 of 842 schools in PR.

What is Santa Rosa III's MySchoolScout rating?

Santa Rosa III has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 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 Santa Rosa III?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Santa Rosa III has 82% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 88% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).

Is Santa Rosa III a charter school?

No, Santa Rosa III is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Santa Rosa III a Title I school?

No, Santa Rosa III is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Santa Rosa III?

91.0% of students at Santa Rosa III 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
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
211
Student-Teacher Ratio
9.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
23
Free/Reduced Lunch
91.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
Guaynabo 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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