Serving 396 students in grades 6-8, Leoncio Melendez ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Puerto Rico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 7% (which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 31% (which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Puerto Rico state level of 11:1.
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 396 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PR
- Math Proficiency: 7% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Leoncio Melendez's student population of 396 students has grown by 42% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
396 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Leoncio Melendez ranks within the bottom 50% of all 836 schools in Puerto Rico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Leoncio Melendez 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
#727 out of 836 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)7%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)31%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
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
85%
85%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Leoncio Melendez's ranking?
Leoncio Melendez is ranked #727 out of 836 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?
7% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% PR state average), while 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% PR state average).
How many students attend Leoncio Melendez?
396 students attend Leoncio Melendez.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Leoncio Melendez students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Leoncio Melendez?
Leoncio Melendez has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 11:1.
What grades does Leoncio Melendez offer ?
Leoncio Melendez offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Leoncio Melendez part of?
Leoncio Melendez is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
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