Serving 313 students in grades 9-12, Alberto Melendez Torres ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Puerto Rico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 10-14% (which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the Puerto Rico state level of 11:1.
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 313 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Graduation Rate: 65-69% (Btm 50% in PR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Alberto Melendez Torres's student population of 313 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
313 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Alberto Melendez Torres ranks within the bottom 50% of all 836 schools in Puerto Rico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Alberto Melendez Torres is 0.00, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.01. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#731 out of 836 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)10-14%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)20-24%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
n/a
Hispanic
100%
100%
Black
n/a
n/a
White
n/a
n/a
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
n/a
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
65-69%
75%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
85%
85%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Alberto Melendez Torres's ranking?
Alberto Melendez Torres is ranked #731 out of 836 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Puerto Rico.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% PR state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% PR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Alberto Melendez Torres?
The graduation rate of Alberto Melendez Torres is 65-69%, which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 75%.
How many students attend Alberto Melendez Torres?
313 students attend Alberto Melendez Torres.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Alberto Melendez Torres students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Alberto Melendez Torres?
Alberto Melendez Torres has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 11:1.
What grades does Alberto Melendez Torres offer ?
Alberto Melendez Torres offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Alberto Melendez Torres part of?
Alberto Melendez Torres is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
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