Serving 300 students in grades 9-12, Juana Colon 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 21%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is approximately equal to 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: 9-12
- Enrollment: 300 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Graduation Rate: 75-79% (Top 50% in PR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Juana Colon ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Puerto Rico for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Juana Colon's student population of 300 students has declined by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
300 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
School Rankings
Juana Colon 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 Juana Colon 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
#483 out of 839 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
21%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
36%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
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
75-79%
74%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
85%
85%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Juana Colon's ranking?
Juana Colon is ranked #483 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 21% PR state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% PR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Juana Colon?
The graduation rate of Juana Colon is 75-79%, which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 74%.
How many students attend Juana Colon?
300 students attend Juana Colon.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Juana Colon students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Juana Colon?
Juana Colon has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 10:1.
What grades does Juana Colon offer ?
Juana Colon offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Juana Colon part of?
Juana Colon is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
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