Serving 255 students in grades 9-12, Ana J. Candelas 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 10-14% (which is lower 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 13:1 is higher than the Puerto Rico state level of 11:1.
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 255 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Graduation Rate: 70-74% (Btm 50% in PR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ana J. Candelas's student population of 255 students has declined by 33% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 38% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
255 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Ana J. Candelas 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 Ana J. Candelas 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
#417 out of 836 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)10-14%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)50-54%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
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
70-74%
75%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
85%
85%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
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 Ana J. Candelas's ranking?
Ana J. Candelas is ranked #417 out of 836 schools, which ranks it among the top 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 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% PR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Ana J. Candelas?
The graduation rate of Ana J. Candelas is 70-74%, which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 75%.
How many students attend Ana J. Candelas?
255 students attend Ana J. Candelas.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Ana J. Candelas students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ana J. Candelas?
Ana J. Candelas has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 11:1.
What grades does Ana J. Candelas offer ?
Ana J. Candelas offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Ana J. Candelas part of?
Ana J. Candelas is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
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