Serving 144 students in grades 6-8, Juan E. Miranda 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 ≤1% (which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 23%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20% (which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 36%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Puerto Rico state level of 10:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 100% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 144 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PR
- Math Proficiency: ≤1% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: The JUAN A. MIRANDA school serves the eastern part of Guaynabo, PR, covering an area of approximately 27.8 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest distance from the school to the edge of the zone being about 5.9 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Juan E. Miranda's student population of 144 students has declined by 61% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 36% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
144 students
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
School Rankings
Juan E. Miranda 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 Juan E. Miranda is 0.20, which is more 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
#826 out of 839 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤1%
23%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
36%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
10:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
n/a
Hispanic
89%
100%
Black
3%
n/a
White
8%
n/a
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
n/a
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)100%
42.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
78%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
14%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Juan E. Miranda's ranking?
Juan E. Miranda is ranked #826 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?
≤1% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 23% PR state average), while 20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% PR state average).
How many students attend Juan E. Miranda?
144 students attend Juan E. Miranda.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Juan E. Miranda students are Hispanic, 8% of students are White, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Juan E. Miranda?
Juan E. Miranda has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 10:1.
What grades does Juan E. Miranda offer ?
Juan E. Miranda offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Juan E. Miranda part of?
Juan E. Miranda is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
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