Below Average
#756 of 842 schools in PR
Santiago Torres
Middle School · PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
PO BOX 98, Las Piedras, PR 00771
Enrollment
194
Student-Teacher
7.8:1
Score
4.1
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
194
Student-Teacher
7.8:1
Score
4.1
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Puerto Rico schools
#756 of 842
In Las Piedras
#7 of 8
public schools
In district
#756 of 842
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
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About Santiago Torres
Santiago Torres is a public middle school in Las Piedras, PR, part of PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION. Santiago Torres serves approximately 194 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 7.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Santiago Torres has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 out of 10 and ranks #756 of 842 schools in PR.
Structured state assessment records for Santiago Torres show 2% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
- This school 4.1 · Below Average
- District avg 4.7
- PR avg 4.7
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 194 students, Santiago Torres 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 7.8:1, Santiago Torres 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 Santiago Torres was 61% 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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Santiago Torres — Students at Santiago Torres score 19% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
90.7%
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
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 4.7/10.
How Santiago Torres Compares
See how Santiago Torres performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
PO BOX 98, Las Piedras, PR 00771
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Santiago Torres may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. LEONCIO MELENDEZ (rated 3.8/10, 0.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, CARLOS RIVERA UFRET (rated 3.1/10, 3.1 miles away, in nearby Humacao), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Las Piedras, see our Las Piedras schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| LEONCIO MELENDEZ Las Piedras | 0.6 mi | 3.8 |
| RAMON POWER Y GIRALT LAS PIEDRAS Las Piedras | 0.8 mi | 6.3 |
| CARMEN BENITEZ Las Piedras | 0.9 mi | 6.4 |
| FLORENCIA GARCIA Las Piedras | 1.0 mi | 5.2 |
| MIGUEL HERNANDEZ AGOSTO Las Piedras | 1.7 mi | 7.7 |
| JOSE DE DIEGO LAS PIEDRAS Las Piedras | 2.2 mi | 8.8 |
| PETRA MERCADO BOUGART Humacao | 2.8 mi | 6.1 |
| PEDRO RIVERA MOLINA Juncos | 2.8 mi | 5.4 |
| LUIS MUNOZ RIVERA LAS PIEDRAS Las Piedras | 3.1 mi | 5.9 |
| CARLOS RIVERA UFRET Humacao | 3.1 mi | 3.1 |
| LUZ A. CRUZ DE SANTANA Humacao | 3.2 mi | 8.5 |
| ANTONIO ROSA GUZMAN Humacao | 3.3 mi | 4.5 |
| PEDRO BOSCH Juncos | 3.3 mi | 3.0 |
| CARMEN PILAR SANTOS Humacao | 3.4 mi | 5.1 |
| RUFINO VIGO Humacao | 3.6 mi | 7.1 |
| JUAN PONCE DE LEON HUMACAO Humacao | 3.7 mi | 6.3 |
| AVELINO PENA REYES Humacao | 3.8 mi | 6.0 |
| ANA ROQUE DE DUPREY Humacao | 3.9 mi | 3.4 |
| SUPERIOR VOCACIONAL MANUEL MEDIAVILLA Humacao | 4.0 mi | 5.2 |
| ANITA OTERO HERNANDEZ Humacao | 4.0 mi | 7.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 00771 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$25,662
Median Home Value
$120,700
Median Rent
$493/mo
Population
35,165
College Educated
28.9%
Homeownership
77.1%
Avg Commute
30.1 min
Poverty Rate
37.9%
Median Age
42.9
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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
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| JOSE PABLO MORALES Toa Alta, PR | 4.1 |
| JUAN RAMON JIMENEZ BAYAMON Bayamon, PR | 4.1 |
| RAFAEL APARICIO JIMENEZ Adjuntas, PR | 4.1 |
| FRANCISCO RAMOS SANCHEZ Utuado, PR | 4.0 |
| GENEROSO MORALES MUNOZ San Lorenzo, PR | 4.0 |
| INTERMEDIA BERWIND San Juan, PR | 4.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Santiago Torres
What grades does Santiago Torres serve?
Santiago Torres serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Santiago Torres?
Santiago Torres has an enrollment of approximately 194 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Santiago Torres?
The student-teacher ratio at Santiago Torres is 7.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Santiago Torres rank in PR?
Santiago Torres ranks #756 of 842 schools in PR.
What is Santiago Torres's MySchoolScout rating?
Santiago Torres has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 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 Santiago Torres?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Santiago Torres has 2% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
Is Santiago Torres a charter school?
No, Santiago Torres is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Santiago Torres a Title I school?
No, Santiago Torres is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Santiago Torres?
90.7% of students at Santiago Torres qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 194
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 25
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 90.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Las Piedras Municipio
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 61.3%
- Phone
- (787) 733-1454
Resources & Links
District
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION- District Enrollment
- 240,910
- Schools in District
- 858
- District Rank
- #756 of 842
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