Excellent
#160 of 842 schools in PR
Top 19% in state
Santa Teresita
Elementary School · PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
CALLE 23 ESQUINA 24, Ponce, PR 00731
Enrollment
242
Student-Teacher
9:1
Score
8.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
242
Student-Teacher
9:1
Score
8.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Puerto Rico schools
#160 of 842
In Ponce
#10 of 38
public schools
In district
#160 of 842
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
Academic growth
9.5 / 10
Excellent
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About Santa Teresita
Santa Teresita is a public elementary school in Ponce, PR, part of PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION. Santa Teresita serves approximately 242 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 9:1 student-teacher ratio. Santa Teresita has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 out of 10 and ranks #160 of 842 schools in PR.
Structured state assessment records for Santa Teresita show 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
- This school 8.2 · Excellent
- District avg 7.0
- PR avg 7.0
What Parents Should Know
With a student-teacher ratio of 9:1, Santa Teresita 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.
The chronic absenteeism rate at Santa Teresita was 49% 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
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Santa Teresita — Students at Santa Teresita score 52% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 43%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
90.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores PR EDFACTS (2017-18)
Based on 18 test records from PR state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↑ ImprovingAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.5/10.
How Santa Teresita Compares
See how Santa Teresita performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
CALLE 23 ESQUINA 24, Ponce, PR 00731
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Santa Teresita may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. HERMINIA GARCIA (rated 8.8/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is ABRAHAM LINCOLN PONCE (rated 8.6/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, RODULFO DEL VALLE (rated 8.4/10, 0.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Ponce, see our Ponce schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| MANUEL GONZALEZ PATO Ponce | 0.5 mi | 5.9 |
| RODULFO DEL VALLE Ponce | 0.7 mi | 8.4 |
| ERNESTO RAMOS ANTONINI PONCE Ponce | 0.7 mi | 5.0 |
| DR. RAFAEL PUJALS Ponce | 1.2 mi | 5.8 |
| HERMINIA GARCIA Ponce | 1.2 mi | 8.8 |
| PONCE HIGH SCHOOL Ponce | 1.3 mi | 4.9 |
| DR. JOSE CELSO BARBOSA PONCE Ponce | 1.3 mi | 7.1 |
| JARDINES DE PONCE Ponce | 1.4 mi | 5.2 |
| SUPERIOR JARDINES DE PONCE Ponce | 1.5 mi | 5.1 |
| HEMETERIO COLON Ponce | 1.7 mi | 5.9 |
| RAMON MARIN Ponce | 1.7 mi | 7.0 |
| ANDRES GRILLASCA SALAS Ponce | 1.8 mi | 4.4 |
| ISMAEL MALDONADO LUGARO Ponce | 1.8 mi | 6.0 |
| ABRAHAM LINCOLN PONCE Ponce | 1.8 mi | 8.6 |
| ANTONIO PAOLI PONCE Ponce | 1.9 mi | 3.5 |
| JOSEFINA BOYA LEON Ponce | 2.0 mi | 7.0 |
| JAIME L. DREW Ponce | 2.0 mi | 7.9 |
| AUREA E. RIVERA COLLAZO Ponce | 2.1 mi | 7.6 |
| DR. PILA Ponce | 2.2 mi | 6.7 |
| EDUARDO NEUMANN GANDIA Ponce | 2.3 mi | 6.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 00731 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$16,917
Median Home Value
$86,800
Median Rent
$426/mo
Population
10,221
College Educated
22.1%
Homeownership
79.4%
Avg Commute
26.6 min
Poverty Rate
56.4%
Median Age
47.8
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| ADOLFO BABILONIA Moca, PR | 8.2 |
| DANIEL VELEZ SOTO Lares, PR | 8.2 |
| ELEMENTAL REXVILLE Bayamon, PR | 8.2 |
| ERNESTINA BRACERO Toa Baja, PR | 8.2 |
| FRANCISCO JORDAN Utuado, PR | 8.2 |
| LIDIA FIOL SCARANO Humacao, PR | 8.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Santa Teresita
What grades does Santa Teresita serve?
Santa Teresita serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Santa Teresita?
Santa Teresita has an enrollment of approximately 242 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Santa Teresita?
The student-teacher ratio at Santa Teresita is 9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Santa Teresita rank in PR?
Santa Teresita ranks #160 of 842 schools in PR.
What is Santa Teresita's MySchoolScout rating?
Santa Teresita has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 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 Teresita?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Santa Teresita has 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
Is Santa Teresita a charter school?
No, Santa Teresita is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Santa Teresita a Title I school?
No, Santa Teresita is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Santa Teresita?
90.9% of students at Santa Teresita qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
- Walk Score
- 29 Car-Dependent
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 242
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 27
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 90.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Ponce Municipio
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 49.2%
- Phone
- (787) 841-4949
Resources & Links
District
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION- District Enrollment
- 240,910
- Schools in District
- 858
- District Rank
- #160 of 842
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