Needs Improvement
#811 of 842 schools in PR
William D. Boyce
Middle School · PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
100 LAS LOMAS CALLE 20 S.Q., San Juan, PR 00928
Enrollment
305
Student-Teacher
12.7:1
Score
3.3
Grades
4th – 8th
Enrollment
305
Student-Teacher
12.7:1
Score
3.3
Grades
4th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Puerto Rico schools
#811 of 842
In San Juan
#75 of 82
public schools
In district
#811 of 842
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
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About William D. Boyce
William D. Boyce is a public middle school in San Juan, PR, part of PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION. William D.
Boyce serves approximately 305 students, and covers grades 4th-8th, and has a 12.7:1 student-teacher ratio. William D. Boyce has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.3 out of 10 and ranks #811 of 842 schools in PR.
Structured state assessment records for William D. Boyce show 1% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
- This school 3.3 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 4.7
- PR avg 4.7
What Parents Should Know
The chronic absenteeism rate at William D. Boyce was 65% 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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William D. Boyce — Students at William D. Boyce score 13% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
91.1%
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: 3.9/10.
How William D. Boyce Compares
See how William D. Boyce performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
100 LAS LOMAS CALLE 20 S.Q., San Juan, PR 00928
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering William D. Boyce may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. REPUBLICA DE BRAZIL (rated 8.6/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is RAFAEL HERNANDEZ MARIN (rated 8.5/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, DR. ANTONIO S. PEDREIRA (rated 8.5/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in San Juan, see our San Juan schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| LUIS MUNIZ SOUFFRONT San Juan | 0.3 mi | 8.0 |
| RAFAEL RIVERA OTERO San Juan | 0.4 mi | 7.2 |
| RAFAEL HERNANDEZ MARIN San Juan | 0.4 mi | 8.5 |
| GABRIELA MISTRAL SAN JUAN San Juan | 0.6 mi | 3.8 |
| EVARISTO RIVERA CHEVREMONT San Juan | 0.6 mi | 5.3 |
| REPUBLICA DE BRAZIL San Juan | 0.9 mi | 8.6 |
| JUAN B. HUYKE Guaynabo | 1.0 mi | 5.8 |
| SANTIAGO IGLESIAS PANTIN SAN JUAN San Juan | 1.0 mi | 6.7 |
| LAS AMERICAS San Juan | 1.1 mi | 4.6 |
| JOSEFINA BARCELO Guaynabo | 1.3 mi | 4.1 |
| CENTRO EUGENIO MARIA DE HOSTOS San Juan | 1.3 mi | 3.2 |
| RAMON MARIN SOLA Guaynabo | 1.3 mi | 7.9 |
| PEDRO C. TIMOTHEE ANEXO San Juan | 1.5 mi | 6.3 |
| DR. ANTONIO S. PEDREIRA San Juan | 1.4 mi | 8.5 |
| PEDRO CARLOS TIMOTHEE San Juan | 1.6 mi | 7.7 |
| JUAN E. MIRANDA Guaynabo | 1.6 mi | 4.6 |
| TRINA PADILLA DE SANZ SAN JUAN San Juan | 1.7 mi | 7.6 |
| JUAN PONCE DE LEON GUAYNABO Guaynabo | 1.7 mi | 7.8 |
| LA ESPERANZA San Juan | 1.8 mi | 7.5 |
| JULIO SELLES SOLA San Juan | 1.9 mi | 8.4 |
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| MARCELINO RODRIGUEZ ROMAN Moca, PR | 3.3 |
| MARIANO FELIU BALSEIRO Bayamon, PR | 3.3 |
| MATIAS GONZALEZ GARCIA Gurabo, PR | 3.2 |
| DR. EFRAIN SANCHEZ HIDALGO MOCA Moca, PR | 3.4 |
| ANTONIO VALERO BERNABE Fajardo, PR | 3.1 |
| CARLOS RIVERA UFRET Humacao, PR | 3.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about William D. Boyce
What grades does William D. Boyce serve?
William D. Boyce serves students in grades 4th through 8th.
How many students attend William D. Boyce?
William D. Boyce has an enrollment of approximately 305 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at William D. Boyce?
The student-teacher ratio at William D. Boyce is 12.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does William D. Boyce rank in PR?
William D. Boyce ranks #811 of 842 schools in PR.
What is William D. Boyce's MySchoolScout rating?
William D. Boyce has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.3 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 William D. Boyce?
Based on loaded state assessment records, William D. Boyce has 1% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
Is William D. Boyce a charter school?
No, William D. Boyce is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is William D. Boyce a Title I school?
No, William D. Boyce is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for William D. Boyce?
91.1% of students at William D. Boyce 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
- 4th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 305
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 24
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 91.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- San Juan Municipio
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 64.9%
- Phone
- (787) 792-4931
Resources & Links
District
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION- District Enrollment
- 240,910
- Schools in District
- 858
- District Rank
- #811 of 842
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