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Violeta Reyes Perez

Elementary School · PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION

BO RIO ABAJO KM 11 HM 1, Cidra, PR 00739

Enrollment

520

Student-Teacher

9.6:1

Score

5.9

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Puerto Rico schools

#486 of 842

In Cidra

#7 of 9

public schools

In district

#486 of 842

PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION

Academic performance

7.4 / 10

Very Good

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Violeta Reyes Perez

5.9/10

Elementary School in Cidra · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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6.7/10

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About Violeta Reyes Perez

Violeta Reyes Perez is a public elementary school in Cidra, PR, part of PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION. Violeta Reyes Perez serves approximately 520 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 9.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Violeta Reyes Perez has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #486 of 842 schools in PR.

Structured state assessment records for Violeta Reyes Perez show 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).

How it compares1.1 pts below district
  • This school 5.9 · Average
  • District avg 7.0
  • PR avg 7.0

What Parents Should Know

At 9.6:1 students to teachers, Violeta Reyes Perez sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.4Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data9
Annual Change-0.15 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2018
TrendStable
Academics7.4Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency39% (2018 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency50% (2018 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency45% (2018 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)38% (model expectation from 2018 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+6.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile62th
Resources & Environment7.4Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio9.6:1
Chronic Absenteeism27.5%

Violeta Reyes Perez — Students at Violeta Reyes Perez score 44% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

91.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores PR EDFACTS (2017-18)

Math Proficiency 54.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2018)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 59.8% (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
41%
ELA
43%
2011
Math
58%
ELA
67%
2012
Math
58%
ELA
69%
2013
Math
61%
ELA
63%
2014
Math
58%
ELA
62%
2015
Math
63%
ELA
66%
2016
Math
64%
ELA
66%
2017
Math
46%
ELA
52%
2018
Math
39%
ELA
50%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 4.4/10.

How Violeta Reyes Perez Compares

See how Violeta Reyes Perez performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.9/10
42th percentile in PR
Academic
7.4/10
Very Good
Growth
4.4/10
Below Average
Environment
7.4/10
Very Good

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
91%
Teaching Staff
10:1 student-teacher ratio
54 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
27.5%

Location

BO RIO ABAJO KM 11 HM 1, Cidra, PR 00739

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Violeta Reyes Perez may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. VIRGINIA VAZQUEZ MENDOZA (rated 8.9/10, 3.3 miles away, in nearby Cayey), which scores notably higher. Another option is EUGENIO MARIA DE HOSTOS CAYEY (rated 8.4/10, 3.2 miles away, in nearby Cayey), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ELSA DIANI MARTINEZ TORRES (rated 7.4/10, 3.8 miles away, in nearby Cayey), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Cidra, see our Cidra schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.2 mi
School Distance Rating
ANA J. CANDELAS Cidra 0.7 mi 6.7
RUTH EVELYN CRUZ SANTOS Cidra 0.8 mi 6.1
LUIS MUNOZ IGLESIAS Cidra 0.8 mi 8.7
JESUS T. PINERO CIDRA Cidra 0.9 mi 8.2
CLEMENCIA MELENDEZ Cidra 1.6 mi 5.4
REGINO VEGA MARTINEZ Cidra 1.7 mi 5.1
ERNESTO VICENTE CARATTINI Cidra 2.1 mi 6.7
EUGENIO MARIA DE HOSTOS CAYEY Cayey 3.2 mi 8.4
JUAN STUBBE Cidra 3.1 mi 7.1
VIRGINIA VAZQUEZ MENDOZA Cayey 3.3 mi 8.9
MARIA C. SANTIAGO Comerio 3.8 mi 6.6
ELSA DIANI MARTINEZ TORRES Cayey 3.8 mi 7.4
MIGUEL ANGEL JULIA COLLAZO - BELLAS ARTES Cayey 4.1 mi 8.6
MIGUEL MELENDEZ MUNOZ CAYEY Cayey 4.1 mi 5.9
CENTRO DE ADIESTRAMIENTO VOCACIONAL Cayey 4.2 mi 4.3
BENIGNO FERNANDEZ GARCIA Cayey 4.2 mi 4.7
DR. RAMON EMETERIO BETANCES Cayey 4.2 mi 6.0
BENJAMIN HARRISON Cayey 4.3 mi 6.0
BAYAMONCITO Aguas Buenas 4.3 mi 6.6
CARMEN D ORTIZ ORTIZ Aguas Buenas 4.2 mi 7.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 00739 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$26,801

Median Home Value

$138,400

Median Rent

$547/mo

Population

34,595

College Educated

26.9%

Homeownership

67.4%

Avg Commute

28.6 min

Poverty Rate

36.8%

Median Age

43.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Violeta Reyes Perez

What grades does Violeta Reyes Perez serve?

Violeta Reyes Perez serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Violeta Reyes Perez?

Violeta Reyes Perez has an enrollment of approximately 520 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Violeta Reyes Perez?

The student-teacher ratio at Violeta Reyes Perez is 9.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Violeta Reyes Perez rank in PR?

Violeta Reyes Perez ranks #486 of 842 schools in PR.

What is Violeta Reyes Perez's MySchoolScout rating?

Violeta Reyes Perez has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 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 Violeta Reyes Perez?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Violeta Reyes Perez has 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).

Is Violeta Reyes Perez a charter school?

No, Violeta Reyes Perez is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Violeta Reyes Perez a Title I school?

No, Violeta Reyes Perez is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Violeta Reyes Perez?

91.2% of students at Violeta Reyes Perez 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
24 Car-Dependent

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
520
Student-Teacher Ratio
9.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
54
Free/Reduced Lunch
91.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Cidra Municipio
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
27.5%

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