Serving 412 students in grades 6-12, Ernestina Mendez 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 23% (which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 36%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is higher than the Puerto Rico state level of 10:1.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 412 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PR
- Math Proficiency: 5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ernestina Mendez's student population of 412 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
412 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Ernestina Mendez 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 Ernestina Mendez 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
#710 out of 839 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
5%
23%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
36%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
10:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
100%
100%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)37.1%
42.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
74%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ernestina Mendez's ranking?
Ernestina Mendez is ranked #710 out of 839 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Puerto Rico.
What schools are Ernestina Mendez often compared to?
Ernestina Mendezis often viewed alongside schools like Patria Latorre Ramirez, Maximino A. Salas by visitors of our site.
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 23% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% PR state average).
How many students attend Ernestina Mendez?
412 students attend Ernestina Mendez.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Ernestina Mendez students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ernestina Mendez?
Ernestina Mendez has a student ration of 11:1, which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 10:1.
What grades does Ernestina Mendez offer ?
Ernestina Mendez offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ernestina Mendez part of?
Ernestina Mendez is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
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