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#409 of 842 schools in PR
Top 49% in state
Vicente Acevedo Ballester
Elementary School · PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
CARR 664 KM 1 HM 0 BO MAGUEYES, Barceloneta, PR 00617
Enrollment
345
Student-Teacher
9.9:1
Score
6.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
345
Student-Teacher
9.9:1
Score
6.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Puerto Rico schools
#409 of 842
In Barceloneta
#3 of 5
public schools
In district
#409 of 842
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
Academic growth
7.0 / 10
Very Good
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Vicente Acevedo Ballester
Elementary School in Barceloneta · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Vicente Acevedo Ballester
Vicente Acevedo Ballester is a public elementary school in Barceloneta, PR, part of PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION. Vicente Acevedo Ballester serves approximately 345 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 9.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Vicente Acevedo Ballester has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #409 of 842 schools in PR.
Structured state assessment records for Vicente Acevedo Ballester show 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
- This school 6.4 · Average
- District avg 7.0
- PR avg 7.0
What Parents Should Know
With a student-teacher ratio of 9.9:1, Vicente Acevedo Ballester 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.
Located in a rural area, Vicente Acevedo Ballester may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.
The chronic absenteeism rate at Vicente Acevedo Ballester was 59% 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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Vicente Acevedo Ballester — Students at Vicente Acevedo Ballester score 38% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
91%
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: 7.0/10.
How Vicente Acevedo Ballester Compares
See how Vicente Acevedo Ballester performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
CARR 664 KM 1 HM 0 BO MAGUEYES, Barceloneta, PR 00617
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Vicente Acevedo Ballester may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. DR. CAYETANO COLL Y TOSTE (rated 9.3/10, 4.5 miles away, in nearby Arecibo), which scores notably higher. Another option is FRANCISCO MENENDEZ BALBANE (rated 8.5/10, 3.1 miles away, in nearby Manati), which scores notably higher. Additionally, FACTOR 5 (rated 8.5/10, 5.0 miles away, in nearby Arecibo), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Barceloneta, see our Barceloneta schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 6.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| IMBERY Barceloneta | 1.7 mi | 8.0 |
| LUIS A FERRE AGUAYO Arecibo | 2.1 mi | 4.9 |
| HECTOR M. RUIZ MARTINEZ Barceloneta | 2.1 mi | 5.8 |
| ELI RAMOS ROSARIO Barceloneta | 2.4 mi | 8.1 |
| EUGENIO MARIA DE HOSTOS ARECIBO Arecibo | 3.2 mi | 4.1 |
| FRANCISCO MENENDEZ BALBANE Manati | 3.1 mi | 8.5 |
| FERNANDO SURIA CHAVEZ Barceloneta | 3.3 mi | 4.5 |
| LEONARDO VALENTIN TIRADO Florida | 3.4 mi | 4.6 |
| RICARDO RODRIGUEZ TORRES Florida | 3.9 mi | 8.0 |
| JUANITA RAMIREZ GONZALEZ Florida | 4.3 mi | 6.7 |
| JUAN PONCE DE LEON II Florida | 4.4 mi | 6.7 |
| DR. CAYETANO COLL Y TOSTE Arecibo | 4.5 mi | 9.3 |
| FACTOR 5 Arecibo | 5.0 mi | 8.5 |
| JESUS T. PINERO MANATI Manati | 5.6 mi | 2.1 |
| TEODOMIRO TABOAS Manati | 5.9 mi | 5.5 |
| FERNANDO CALLEJO Manati | 5.9 mi | 3.1 |
| FEDERICO DEGETAU ARECIBO Arecibo | 6.0 mi | 5.7 |
| FELIX CORDOVA DAVILA Manati | 6.2 mi | 8.0 |
| JUAN A. SANCHEZ DAVILA Manati | 6.3 mi | 8.0 |
| SUPERIOR VOCACIONAL DE ARECIBO Arecibo | 6.4 mi | 6.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 00617 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$22,010
Median Home Value
$121,400
Median Rent
$625/mo
Population
22,699
College Educated
24.4%
Homeownership
71.2%
Avg Commute
28.8 min
Poverty Rate
44.9%
Median Age
42.5
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Vicente Acevedo Ballester
What grades does Vicente Acevedo Ballester serve?
Vicente Acevedo Ballester serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Vicente Acevedo Ballester?
Vicente Acevedo Ballester has an enrollment of approximately 345 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Vicente Acevedo Ballester?
The student-teacher ratio at Vicente Acevedo Ballester is 9.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Vicente Acevedo Ballester rank in PR?
Vicente Acevedo Ballester ranks #409 of 842 schools in PR.
What is Vicente Acevedo Ballester's MySchoolScout rating?
Vicente Acevedo Ballester has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 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 Vicente Acevedo Ballester?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Vicente Acevedo Ballester has 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
Is Vicente Acevedo Ballester a charter school?
No, Vicente Acevedo Ballester is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Vicente Acevedo Ballester a Title I school?
No, Vicente Acevedo Ballester is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Vicente Acevedo Ballester?
91.0% of students at Vicente Acevedo Ballester 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
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 345
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 35
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 91.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Barceloneta Municipio
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 58.6%
- Phone
- (787) 846-3110
Resources & Links
District
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION- District Enrollment
- 240,910
- Schools in District
- 858
- District Rank
- #409 of 842
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