Serving 282 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Juana A. Mendez ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Puerto Rico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 23%). 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 8:1 is lower than the Puerto Rico state level of 10:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 100% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 282 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in PR
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: JUANA A MENDEZ serves the eastern part of the school district in Carolina, PR, covering an area of approximately 27.6 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of about 10-12 minutes to reach the school, with the farthest edge of the attendance zone located 5.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Juana A. Mendez ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Puerto Rico for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Juana A. Mendez's student population of 282 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
282 students
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
School Rankings
Juana A. Mendez 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 Juana A. Mendez is 0.02, 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
#151 out of 839 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
23%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
36%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
10:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
n/a
Hispanic
99%
100%
Black
n/a
n/a
White
1%
n/a
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
n/a
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(21-22)16%
45.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
14%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Juana A. Mendez's ranking?
Juana A. Mendez is ranked #151 out of 839 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Puerto Rico.
What schools are Juana A. Mendez often compared to?
Juana A. Mendezis often viewed alongside schools like Maria Teresa Serrano, Dr. Modesto Rivera Rivera, Jesus Manuel Suarez by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 23% PR state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% PR state average).
How many students attend Juana A. Mendez?
282 students attend Juana A. Mendez.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Juana A. Mendez students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Juana A. Mendez?
Juana A. Mendez has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 10:1.
What grades does Juana A. Mendez offer ?
Juana A. Mendez offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Juana A. Mendez part of?
Juana A. Mendez is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
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