Serving 134 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Abraham Lincoln Ponce ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Puerto Rico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 23%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 36%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Puerto Rico state level of 10:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 100% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 134 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in PR
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: The Abraham Lincoln school serves the southwest part of Ponce, PR, covering an area of approximately 131.3 square miles. Families typically live within a 10-15 minute drive, with an average distance of 5.7 miles to the school's edge and a maximum of 13.4 miles to the farthest edge of the zone.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Abraham Lincoln Ponce ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Puerto Rico for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Abraham Lincoln Ponce's student population of 134 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
134 students
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
School Rankings
Abraham Lincoln Ponce ranks within the top 20% of all 839 schools in Puerto Rico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Abraham Lincoln Ponce is 0.04, 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
#150 out of 839 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
23%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
36%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
10:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
n/a
Hispanic
98%
100%
Black
1%
n/a
White
1%
n/a
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
n/a
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)53.7%
42.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
14%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Abraham Lincoln Ponce's ranking?
Abraham Lincoln Ponce is ranked #150 out of 839 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Puerto Rico.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 23% PR state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% PR state average).
How many students attend Abraham Lincoln Ponce?
134 students attend Abraham Lincoln Ponce.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Abraham Lincoln Ponce students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Abraham Lincoln Ponce?
Abraham Lincoln Ponce has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 10:1.
What grades does Abraham Lincoln Ponce offer ?
Abraham Lincoln Ponce offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Abraham Lincoln Ponce part of?
Abraham Lincoln Ponce is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
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