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Villa Granada

Elementary School · PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION

URB VILLA GRANADA, San Juan, PR 00928

Enrollment

270

Student-Teacher

10.4:1

Score

5.5

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Puerto Rico schools

#551 of 842

In San Juan

#52 of 82

public schools

In district

#551 of 842

PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION

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Villa Granada

5.5/10

Elementary School in San Juan · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Gaspar Vila Mayans

7.0/10

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4.2/10

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About Villa Granada

Villa Granada is a public elementary school in San Juan, PR, part of PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION. Villa Granada serves approximately 270 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 10.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Villa Granada has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #551 of 842 schools in PR.

Structured state assessment records for Villa Granada show 6% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).

How it compares1.5 pts below district
  • This school 5.5 · Average
  • District avg 7.0
  • PR avg 7.0

What Parents Should Know

While current test scores at Villa Granada are below average, the school shows strong growth metrics — meaning students are making above-average progress year over year. This upward trajectory can be a positive indicator for families who value a school's ability to help students improve, even if absolute scores haven't caught up yet.

The chronic absenteeism rate at Villa Granada was 34% 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.4Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data9
Annual Change+0.71 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2018
TrendStable
Academics3.2Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency10% (2018 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency24% (2018 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency17% (2018 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)39% (model expectation from 2018 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-22.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile13th
Resources & Environment6.8Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.4:1
Chronic Absenteeism33.7%

Villa Granada — Students at Villa Granada score 17% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

91.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores PR EDFACTS (2017-18)

Math Proficiency 6.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2018)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 28.1% (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
2.5%
ELA
22%
2011
Math
2.5%
ELA
37%
2012
Math
2.5%
ELA
27%
2013
Math
2.5%
ELA
22%
2014
Math
2.5%
ELA
22%
2015
Math
12%
ELA
41%
2016
Math
10%
ELA
28%
2017
Math
11%
ELA
30%
2018
Math
10%
ELA
24%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.4/10.

How Villa Granada Compares

See how Villa Granada performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.5/10
35th percentile in PR
Academic
3.2/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
6.4/10
Average
Environment
6.8/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
91%
Teaching Staff
10:1 student-teacher ratio
26 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
33.7%

Location

URB VILLA GRANADA, San Juan, PR 00928

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Villa Granada may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. LUIS MUNOZ RIVERA SAN JUAN MONTESSORI (rated 9.2/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is SAN AGUSTIN (rated 8.1/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, RAFAEL HERNANDEZ SAN JUAN (rated 8.1/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in San Juan, see our San Juan schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.4 mi
School Distance Rating
GASPAR VILA MAYANS San Juan 0.3 mi 7.0
ELEMENTAL NUEVA DE SAN JUAN San Juan 0.3 mi 4.2
SAN AGUSTIN San Juan 0.6 mi 8.1
REPUBLICA DE COLOMBIA San Juan 0.6 mi 6.0
VILLA CAPRI San Juan 0.7 mi 7.8
FELIPE GUTIERREZ San Juan 0.7 mi 7.4
JUAN RAMON JIMENEZ SAN JUAN San Juan 0.8 mi 4.3
ESCUELA DE DEPORTE - ALIANZA San Juan 0.9 mi
MANUEL A. PEREZ San Juan 0.9 mi 5.0
VIMENTI SCHOOL - ALIANZA Carolina 0.9 mi 6.8
MATEMATICAS CIENCIAS Y TECNOLOGIA - ALIANZA San Juan 0.9 mi
MIGUEL SUCH San Juan 0.9 mi 4.7
LUIS MUNOZ RIVERA SAN JUAN MONTESSORI San Juan 1.0 mi 9.2
THE SCHOOL OF SAN JUAN - ALIANZA San Juan 1.1 mi
RAMON VILA MAYO San Juan 1.2 mi 3.2
ELEMENTAL BERWIND San Juan 1.3 mi 6.4
INTERMEDIA BERWIND San Juan 1.3 mi 4.0
RAFAEL HERNANDEZ SAN JUAN San Juan 1.4 mi 8.1
GUSTAVO A. BECQUER San Juan 1.4 mi 2.9
SUPERIOR BERWIND San Juan 1.4 mi 4.7

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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
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LUIS MUNOZ RIVERA HATILLO Hatillo, PR 5.5
BERNARDO GONZALEZ COLON Utuado, PR 5.6
CLEMENCIA MELENDEZ Cidra, PR 5.4
ELEMENTAL URBANA DE VEGA ALTA Vega Alta, PR 5.4
SILVERIO GARCIA Naguabo, PR 5.4

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Villa Granada

What grades does Villa Granada serve?

Villa Granada serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.

How many students attend Villa Granada?

Villa Granada has an enrollment of approximately 270 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Villa Granada?

The student-teacher ratio at Villa Granada is 10.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Villa Granada rank in PR?

Villa Granada ranks #551 of 842 schools in PR.

What is Villa Granada's MySchoolScout rating?

Villa Granada has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 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 Villa Granada?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Villa Granada has 6% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).

Is Villa Granada a charter school?

No, Villa Granada is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Villa Granada a Title I school?

No, Villa Granada is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Villa Granada?

91.1% of students at Villa Granada 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
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
270
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
26
Free/Reduced Lunch
91.1%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
San Juan Municipio
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
33.7%

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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