Serving 135 students in grades 7-12, Eduardo J. Saldana ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Puerto Rico for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤5% (which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 23%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (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.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 135 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Graduation Rate: 60-79%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PR
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Eduardo J. Saldana ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Puerto Rico for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Community Size
School Overview
Eduardo J. Saldana's student population of 135 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
135 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
School Rankings
Eduardo J. Saldana 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 Eduardo J. Saldana 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
#451 out of 839 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
23%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
36%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
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
Graduation Rate
(21-22)60-79%
74%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
85%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Eduardo J. Saldana's ranking?
Eduardo J. Saldana is ranked #451 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?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 23% PR state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% PR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Eduardo J. Saldana?
The graduation rate of Eduardo J. Saldana is 60-79%, which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 74%.
How many students attend Eduardo J. Saldana?
135 students attend Eduardo J. Saldana.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Eduardo J. Saldana students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Eduardo J. Saldana?
Eduardo J. Saldana has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 10:1.
What grades does Eduardo J. Saldana offer ?
Eduardo J. Saldana offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Eduardo J. Saldana part of?
Eduardo J. Saldana is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
In what neighborhood is Eduardo J. Saldana located?
Eduardo J. Saldana is located in the Sabana Abajo Carolina Puerto Rico neighborhood of Carolina, PR. There are 3 other public schools located in Sabana Abajo Carolina Puerto Rico.
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