Excellent
#159 of 842 schools in PR
Top 19% in state
Washington I
Elementary School · PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
PO BOX 10007 SUITE 121, Guayama, PR 00785
Enrollment
250
Student-Teacher
13.2:1
Score
8.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
250
Student-Teacher
13.2:1
Score
8.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Puerto Rico schools
#159 of 842
In Guayama
#2 of 11
public schools
In district
#159 of 842
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
Academic performance
9.4 / 10
Excellent
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Washington I
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About Washington I
Washington I is a public elementary school in Guayama, PR, part of PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION. Washington I serves approximately 250 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Washington I has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 out of 10 and ranks #159 of 842 schools in PR.
Structured state assessment records for Washington I show 61% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
- This school 8.2 · Excellent
- District avg 7.0
- PR avg 7.0
What Parents Should Know
46% of students at Washington I were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Washington I — Students at Washington I score 74% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
91.2%
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: 8.8/10.
How Washington I Compares
See how Washington I performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
PO BOX 10007 SUITE 121, Guayama, PR 00785
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Washington I may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. CARMEN BOZELLO DE HUYKE (rated 9.4/10, 3.6 miles away, in nearby Arroyo), which scores notably higher. Another option is ADALBERTO SANCHEZ MORALES (rated 8.9/10, 4.1 miles away, in nearby Arroyo), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, JOAQUIN PARRILLA (rated 8.8/10, 6.0 miles away, in nearby Patillas), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Guayama, see our Guayama schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 7.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| SIMON MADERA Guayama | 0.3 mi | 7.4 |
| DR. RAFAEL LOPEZ LANDRON Guayama | 0.3 mi | 3.5 |
| VICENTE PALES ANES Guayama | 0.3 mi | 7.4 |
| GENARO CAUTINO Guayama | 0.5 mi | 9.1 |
| OSCAR HERNANDEZ GUEVARA Guayama | 0.9 mi | 7.8 |
| FRANCISCO GARCIA BOYRIE Guayama | 1.2 mi | 6.1 |
| RAFAEL ANTONIO DELGADO MATEO Guayama | 1.4 mi | 7.5 |
| DRA. MARIA SOCORRO LACOT Guayama | 1.5 mi | 8.0 |
| SUPERIOR URBANA DE ARROYO Arroyo | 3.1 mi | 4.2 |
| DOLORES GONZALEZ Arroyo | 3.4 mi | 5.3 |
| JUAN ALEMANY SILVA Guayama | 3.7 mi | 7.3 |
| CARMEN BOZELLO DE HUYKE Arroyo | 3.6 mi | 9.4 |
| ADELA BRENES TEXIDOR Guayama | 3.6 mi | 5.0 |
| JOSE M. MASSARI Arroyo | 3.7 mi | 5.3 |
| JOSE HORACIO CORA Arroyo | 4.0 mi | 5.7 |
| ADALBERTO SANCHEZ MORALES Arroyo | 4.1 mi | 8.9 |
| JOAQUIN PARRILLA Patillas | 6.0 mi | 8.8 |
| MARIA DAVILA SEMIDEY Patillas | 6.6 mi | 7.3 |
| JOSEFINA MUNOZ DE BERNIER Patillas | 6.7 mi | 5.2 |
| CECILIO LEBRON RAMOS Patillas | 7.0 mi | 8.1 |
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ADOLFO BABILONIA Moca, PR | 8.2 |
| DANIEL VELEZ SOTO Lares, PR | 8.2 |
| ELEMENTAL REXVILLE Bayamon, PR | 8.2 |
| ERNESTINA BRACERO Toa Baja, PR | 8.2 |
| FRANCISCO JORDAN Utuado, PR | 8.2 |
| LIDIA FIOL SCARANO Humacao, PR | 8.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Washington I
What grades does Washington I serve?
Washington I serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Washington I?
Washington I has an enrollment of approximately 250 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Washington I?
The student-teacher ratio at Washington I is 13.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Washington I rank in PR?
Washington I ranks #159 of 842 schools in PR.
What is Washington I's MySchoolScout rating?
Washington I has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 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 Washington I?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Washington I has 61% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
Is Washington I a charter school?
No, Washington I is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Washington I a Title I school?
No, Washington I is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Washington I?
91.2% of students at Washington I 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
- 77 Very Walkable
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 250
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 19
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 91.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Guayama Municipio
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 46.4%
- Phone
- (787) 864-0566
Resources & Links
District
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION- District Enrollment
- 240,910
- Schools in District
- 858
- District Rank
- #159 of 842
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