Serving 284 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Elemental Nueva ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Puerto Rico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 21%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 36%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the Puerto Rico state level of 11:1.
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 284 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in PR
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Elemental Nueva ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Puerto Rico for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Elemental Nueva's student population of 284 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
284 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Elemental Nueva 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 Elemental Nueva 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
#118 out of 839 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
21%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
36%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
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
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
86%
85%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Elemental Nueva's ranking?
Elemental Nueva is ranked #118 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?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 21% PR state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% PR state average).
How many students attend Elemental Nueva?
284 students attend Elemental Nueva.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Elemental Nueva students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Elemental Nueva?
Elemental Nueva has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 11:1.
What grades does Elemental Nueva offer ?
Elemental Nueva offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Elemental Nueva part of?
Elemental Nueva is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
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