Serving 270 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Clemencia Melendez 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 20% (which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 23%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 23% (which is lower 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.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 270 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PR
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Clemencia Melendez serves the eastern part of Cidra, PR, covering an area of approximately 36.5 square miles. The typical drive to the school takes about 10-12 minutes, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located 5.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Clemencia Melendez's student population of 270 students has declined by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
270 students
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
School Rankings
Clemencia Melendez ranks within the bottom 50% of all 839 schools in Puerto Rico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Clemencia Melendez 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
#564 out of 839 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
23%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
36%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
10:1
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
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)30%
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 Clemencia Melendez's ranking?
Clemencia Melendez is ranked #564 out of 839 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?
20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 23% PR state average), while 23% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% PR state average).
How many students attend Clemencia Melendez?
270 students attend Clemencia Melendez.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Clemencia Melendez students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Clemencia Melendez?
Clemencia Melendez has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 10:1.
What grades does Clemencia Melendez offer ?
Clemencia Melendez offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Clemencia Melendez part of?
Clemencia Melendez is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
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