Serving 350 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Juan Ponce De Leon (Especializada) ranks in the top 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 35-39% (which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Puerto Rico state level of 11:1.
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 350 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in PR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Juan Ponce De Leon (Especializada) ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Puerto Rico for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Juan Ponce De Leon (Especializada)'s student population of 350 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Total Students
350 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Juan Ponce De Leon (Especializada) ranks within the top 50% of all 836 schools in Puerto Rico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Juan Ponce De Leon (Especializada) is 0.02, which is more 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
#305 out of 836 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)35-39%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)50-54%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
n/a
Hispanic
99%
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
≥50%
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: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Juan Ponce De Leon (Especializada)'s ranking?
Juan Ponce De Leon (Especializada) is ranked #305 out of 836 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Puerto Rico.
What schools are Juan Ponce De Leon (Especializada) often compared to?
Juan Ponce De Leon (Especializada)is often viewed alongside schools like Nueva Elemental Urbana De Guaynabo by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% PR state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% PR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Juan Ponce De Leon (Especializada)?
The graduation rate of Juan Ponce De Leon (Especializada) is 50%, which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 75%.
How many students attend Juan Ponce De Leon (Especializada)?
350 students attend Juan Ponce De Leon (Especializada).
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Juan Ponce De Leon (Especializada) students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Juan Ponce De Leon (Especializada)?
Juan Ponce De Leon (Especializada) has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 11:1.
What grades does Juan Ponce De Leon (Especializada) offer ?
Juan Ponce De Leon (Especializada) offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12
What school district is Juan Ponce De Leon (Especializada) part of?
Juan Ponce De Leon (Especializada) is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
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