Very Good
#261 of 842 schools in PR
Top 31% in state
Vicente Pales Anes
Elementary School · PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
PO BOX 90, Guayama, PR 00784
Enrollment
119
Student-Teacher
7.4:1
Score
7.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
119
Student-Teacher
7.4:1
Score
7.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Puerto Rico schools
#261 of 842
In Guayama
#6 of 11
public schools
In district
#261 of 842
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
School environment
8.1 / 10
Excellent
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About Vicente Pales Anes
Vicente Pales Anes is a public elementary school in Guayama, PR, part of PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION. Vicente Pales Anes serves approximately 119 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 7.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Vicente Pales Anes has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10 and ranks #261 of 842 schools in PR.
Structured state assessment records for Vicente Pales Anes show 23% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 19% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
- This school 7.4 · Very Good
- District avg 7.0
- PR avg 7.0
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 119 students, Vicente Pales Anes 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 7.4:1, Vicente Pales Anes 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
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Vicente Pales Anes — Students at Vicente Pales Anes score 34% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 45%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
90.8%
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: 8.0/10.
How Vicente Pales Anes Compares
See how Vicente Pales Anes performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
PO BOX 90, Guayama, PR 00784
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Vicente Pales Anes may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. CARMEN BOZELLO DE HUYKE (rated 9.4/10, 3.4 miles away, in nearby Arroyo), which scores notably higher. Another option is ADALBERTO SANCHEZ MORALES (rated 8.9/10, 3.8 miles away, in nearby Arroyo), which scores notably higher. Additionally, JOAQUIN PARRILLA (rated 8.8/10, 5.7 miles away, in nearby Patillas), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Guayama, see our Guayama schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 6.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| GENARO CAUTINO Guayama | 0.3 mi | 9.1 |
| WASHINGTON I Guayama | 0.3 mi | 8.2 |
| SIMON MADERA Guayama | 0.6 mi | 7.4 |
| DR. RAFAEL LOPEZ LANDRON Guayama | 0.6 mi | 3.5 |
| FRANCISCO GARCIA BOYRIE Guayama | 1.1 mi | 6.1 |
| RAFAEL ANTONIO DELGADO MATEO Guayama | 1.2 mi | 7.5 |
| OSCAR HERNANDEZ GUEVARA Guayama | 1.2 mi | 7.8 |
| DRA. MARIA SOCORRO LACOT Guayama | 1.4 mi | 8.0 |
| SUPERIOR URBANA DE ARROYO Arroyo | 2.8 mi | 4.2 |
| DOLORES GONZALEZ Arroyo | 3.1 mi | 5.3 |
| JUAN ALEMANY SILVA Guayama | 3.4 mi | 7.3 |
| CARMEN BOZELLO DE HUYKE Arroyo | 3.4 mi | 9.4 |
| JOSE M. MASSARI Arroyo | 3.5 mi | 5.3 |
| JOSE HORACIO CORA Arroyo | 3.7 mi | 5.7 |
| ADALBERTO SANCHEZ MORALES Arroyo | 3.8 mi | 8.9 |
| ADELA BRENES TEXIDOR Guayama | 4.0 mi | 5.0 |
| JOAQUIN PARRILLA Patillas | 5.7 mi | 8.8 |
| MARIA DAVILA SEMIDEY Patillas | 6.3 mi | 7.3 |
| JOSEFINA MUNOZ DE BERNIER Patillas | 6.3 mi | 5.2 |
| CECILIO LEBRON RAMOS Patillas | 6.7 mi | 8.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 00784 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$20,347
Median Home Value
$104,000
Median Rent
$443/mo
Population
35,405
College Educated
22.7%
Homeownership
71.1%
Avg Commute
25 min
Poverty Rate
48.6%
Median Age
41
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| EL CONQUISTADOR Trujillo Alto, PR | 7.4 |
| JUAN ALEMANY SILVA Guayama, PR | 7.3 |
| MANUEL ORTIZ SUYA Maunabo, PR | 7.3 |
| MARTA SANCHEZ Yabucoa, PR | 7.3 |
| NORMA I. TORRES COLON Villalba, PR | 7.3 |
| TOMAS VERA AYALA Moca, PR | 7.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Vicente Pales Anes
What grades does Vicente Pales Anes serve?
Vicente Pales Anes serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Vicente Pales Anes?
Vicente Pales Anes has an enrollment of approximately 119 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Vicente Pales Anes?
The student-teacher ratio at Vicente Pales Anes is 7.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Vicente Pales Anes rank in PR?
Vicente Pales Anes ranks #261 of 842 schools in PR.
What is Vicente Pales Anes's MySchoolScout rating?
Vicente Pales Anes has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 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 Pales Anes?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Vicente Pales Anes has 23% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 19% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
Is Vicente Pales Anes a charter school?
No, Vicente Pales Anes is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Vicente Pales Anes a Title I school?
No, Vicente Pales Anes is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Vicente Pales Anes?
90.8% of students at Vicente Pales Anes 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 – 5th
- Enrollment
- 119
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 16
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 90.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Guayama Municipio
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 19.3%
- Phone
- (787) 864-0866
Resources & Links
District
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION- District Enrollment
- 240,910
- Schools in District
- 858
- District Rank
- #261 of 842
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