Excellent
#6 of 842 schools in PR
Top 1% in state
Visitacion Pagan
Elementary School · PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
PO BOX 1693, Orocovis, PR 00720
Enrollment
199
Student-Teacher
9:1
Score
9.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
199
Student-Teacher
9:1
Score
9.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Puerto Rico schools
#6 of 842
In Orocovis
#1 of 10
public schools
In district
#6 of 842
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
Academic performance
9.8 / 10
Excellent
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About Visitacion Pagan
Visitacion Pagan is a public elementary school in Orocovis, PR, part of PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION. Visitacion Pagan serves approximately 199 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 9:1 student-teacher ratio. Visitacion Pagan has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.6 out of 10 and ranks #6 of 842 schools in PR.
Structured state assessment records for Visitacion Pagan show 62% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
- This school 9.6 · Excellent
- District avg 7.0
- PR avg 7.0
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 199 students, Visitacion Pagan 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 9:1, Visitacion Pagan 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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Visitacion Pagan — Students at Visitacion Pagan score 87% proficient, which is above 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
↑ ImprovingAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.6/10.
How Visitacion Pagan Compares
See how Visitacion Pagan performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
PO BOX 1693, Orocovis, PR 00720
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Visitacion Pagan may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ANGEL RAFAEL DIAZ COLON (rated 9.6/10, 4.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is ESPERANZA GONZALEZ (rated 9.5/10, 2.9 miles away, in nearby Morovis), with a very similar rating. Additionally, RAMON TORRES RIVERA (rated 8.6/10, 3.5 miles away, in nearby Morovis), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Orocovis, see our Orocovis schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 6.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| SANAMUERTOS Orocovis | 1.9 mi | 6.2 |
| NELIDA MELENDEZ MELENDEZ Orocovis | 2.6 mi | 6.7 |
| ALBERTO MELENDEZ Orocovis | 2.8 mi | 4.0 |
| BOTIJAS I Orocovis | 2.8 mi | 5.0 |
| ESPERANZA GONZALEZ Morovis | 2.9 mi | 9.5 |
| JOSE ROJAS CORTES Orocovis | 3.1 mi | 8.1 |
| RAMON TORRES RIVERA Morovis | 3.5 mi | 8.6 |
| DR. JOSE PADIN COROZAL Corozal | 3.4 mi | 6.2 |
| JAIME A. COLLAZO DEL RIO Morovis | 4.1 mi | 5.1 |
| DEMETRIO RIVERA Corozal | 3.9 mi | 4.9 |
| FRANCISCO RIVERA CLAUDIO Morovis | 4.1 mi | 6.6 |
| JORGE L. MARRERO PADILLA Morovis | 4.2 mi | 7.7 |
| ANGEL RAFAEL DIAZ COLON Orocovis | 4.5 mi | 9.6 |
| ANA JOAQUINA ORTIZ ORTIZ Orocovis | 4.6 mi | 8.6 |
| JOSE R. BARRERAS Morovis | 5.1 mi | 6.6 |
| JOSEFA DEL RIO GUERRERO Morovis | 5.2 mi | 6.1 |
| NICOLAS RODRIGUEZ Corozal | 5.3 mi | 7.1 |
| INOCENCIO CINTRON ZAYAS Barranquitas | 5.5 mi | 8.0 |
| JAIME COIRA ORTIZ Ciales | 5.5 mi | 7.7 |
| JUANA G. AVILES Morovis | 6.3 mi | 6.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 00720 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$19,049
Median Home Value
$96,200
Median Rent
$482/mo
Population
20,974
College Educated
18.7%
Homeownership
69.9%
Avg Commute
37.3 min
Poverty Rate
52.3%
Median Age
41.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ANGEL RAFAEL DIAZ COLON Orocovis, PR | 9.6 |
| DR. EFRAIN GONZALEZ TEJERA Utuado, PR | 9.5 |
| ELBA LUGO CARRION Arecibo, PR | 9.5 |
| ESPERANZA GONZALEZ Morovis, PR | 9.5 |
| FELIX GARAY ORTIZ Salinas, PR | 9.5 |
| JUDITH A. VIVAS Utuado, PR | 9.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Visitacion Pagan
What grades does Visitacion Pagan serve?
Visitacion Pagan serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Visitacion Pagan?
Visitacion Pagan has an enrollment of approximately 199 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Visitacion Pagan?
The student-teacher ratio at Visitacion Pagan is 9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Visitacion Pagan rank in PR?
Visitacion Pagan ranks #6 of 842 schools in PR.
What is Visitacion Pagan's MySchoolScout rating?
Visitacion Pagan has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.6 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 Visitacion Pagan?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Visitacion Pagan has 62% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
Is Visitacion Pagan a charter school?
No, Visitacion Pagan is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Visitacion Pagan a Title I school?
No, Visitacion Pagan is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Visitacion Pagan?
91.0% of students at Visitacion Pagan qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
- Walk Score
- 17 Car-Dependent
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 199
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 22
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 91.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Orocovis Municipio
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 2.0%
- Phone
- (787) 867-5383
Resources & Links
District
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION- District Enrollment
- 240,910
- Schools in District
- 858
- District Rank
- #6 of 842
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