Needs Improvement
#796 of 842 schools in PR
Wilfredo Lafuente Ortiz
School · PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
PO BOX 1275, Maunabo, PR 00707
Enrollment
181
Student-Teacher
7.2:1
Score
3.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
181
Student-Teacher
7.2:1
Score
3.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Puerto Rico schools
#796 of 842
In Maunabo
#4 of 4
public schools
In district
#796 of 842
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
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About Wilfredo Lafuente Ortiz
Wilfredo Lafuente Ortiz is a public school in Maunabo, PR, part of PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION. Wilfredo Lafuente Ortiz serves approximately 181 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 7.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Wilfredo Lafuente Ortiz has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.6 out of 10 and ranks #796 of 842 schools in PR.
Structured state assessment records for Wilfredo Lafuente Ortiz show 5% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 26% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
- This school 3.6 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 6.3
- PR avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 181 students, Wilfredo Lafuente Ortiz 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 7.2:1, Wilfredo Lafuente Ortiz 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.
The chronic absenteeism rate at Wilfredo Lafuente Ortiz was 51% 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
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Wilfredo Lafuente Ortiz — Students at Wilfredo Lafuente Ortiz score 17% proficient, which is below 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
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 3.3/10.
How Wilfredo Lafuente Ortiz Compares
See how Wilfredo Lafuente Ortiz performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
PO BOX 1275, Maunabo, PR 00707
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Wilfredo Lafuente Ortiz may also want to explore other schools in the area. MANUEL ORTIZ (rated 8.9/10, 5.6 miles away, in nearby Yabucoa), which scores notably higher. Another option is JESUS T. SANABRIA CRUZ (rated 8.3/10, 6.3 miles away, in nearby Yabucoa), which scores notably higher. Additionally, JOSE F. CINTRON Y ANEXO (rated 8.1/10, 3.3 miles away, in nearby Yabucoa), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Maunabo, see our Maunabo schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 7.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ALFONSO CASTA MARTINEZ Maunabo | 0.4 mi | 4.7 |
| HIGINIO FIGUEROA VILLEGAS Maunabo | 1.2 mi | 4.0 |
| MANUEL ORTIZ SUYA Maunabo | 2.0 mi | 7.3 |
| MARTA SANCHEZ Yabucoa | 2.4 mi | 7.3 |
| JAIME C. RODRIGUEZ Yabucoa | 2.7 mi | 6.2 |
| RAMON QUINONES MEDINA Yabucoa | 2.7 mi | 6.8 |
| TEODORO AGUILAR MORA Yabucoa | 2.8 mi | 5.2 |
| ROGELIO ROSADO Yabucoa | 2.9 mi | 4.3 |
| ROSA COSTA VALDIVIESO Yabucoa | 2.9 mi | 4.2 |
| JOSE F. CINTRON Y ANEXO Yabucoa | 3.3 mi | 8.1 |
| ASUNCION LUGO Yabucoa | 4.1 mi | 6.7 |
| LUIS MUNOZ MARIN YABUCOA Yabucoa | 4.7 mi | 3.7 |
| CRISTOBAL DEL CAMPO Yabucoa | 4.7 mi | 7.8 |
| MANUEL ORTIZ Yabucoa | 5.6 mi | 8.9 |
| JESUS T. SANABRIA CRUZ Yabucoa | 6.3 mi | 8.3 |
| ANDRES SANDIN MARTINEZ Yabucoa | 6.4 mi | 5.8 |
| GUILLERMO RIEFKOHL Patillas | 6.5 mi | 6.5 |
| CAMINO AL EXITO - ALIANZA Yabucoa | 6.9 mi | 7.3 |
| RAFAELINA E. LEBRON FLORES Patillas | 7.2 mi | 5.9 |
| CECILIO LEBRON RAMOS Patillas | 7.2 mi | 8.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 00707 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$19,173
Median Home Value
$106,300
Median Rent
$498/mo
Population
10,400
College Educated
12.8%
Homeownership
74.6%
Avg Commute
27.3 min
Poverty Rate
53.1%
Median Age
48.3
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Wilfredo Lafuente Ortiz
What grades does Wilfredo Lafuente Ortiz serve?
Wilfredo Lafuente Ortiz serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.
How many students attend Wilfredo Lafuente Ortiz?
Wilfredo Lafuente Ortiz has an enrollment of approximately 181 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Wilfredo Lafuente Ortiz?
The student-teacher ratio at Wilfredo Lafuente Ortiz is 7.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Wilfredo Lafuente Ortiz rank in PR?
Wilfredo Lafuente Ortiz ranks #796 of 842 schools in PR.
What is Wilfredo Lafuente Ortiz's MySchoolScout rating?
Wilfredo Lafuente Ortiz has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.6 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 Wilfredo Lafuente Ortiz?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Wilfredo Lafuente Ortiz has 5% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 26% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
Is Wilfredo Lafuente Ortiz a charter school?
No, Wilfredo Lafuente Ortiz is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Wilfredo Lafuente Ortiz a Title I school?
No, Wilfredo Lafuente Ortiz is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Wilfredo Lafuente Ortiz?
91.2% of students at Wilfredo Lafuente Ortiz 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 – 12th
- Enrollment
- 181
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 25
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 91.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Maunabo Municipio
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 50.8%
- Phone
- (787) 787-0024
Resources & Links
District
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION- District Enrollment
- 240,910
- Schools in District
- 858
- District Rank
- #796 of 842
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