Serving 289 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 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 26% (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 (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 289 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PR
- Math Proficiency: ≤1% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: The attendance zone for Leoncio Melendez School covers approximately 33.9 square miles in the eastern part of Las Piedras, PR, with typical drive times to the school ranging from 10 to 12 minutes and an average distance of 3.6 miles to the zone's edge. The furthest point within the zone is about 7.6 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Leoncio Melendez's student population of 289 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
289 students
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Rankings
Leoncio Melendez 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 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
#789 out of 839 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤1%
23%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
36%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
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
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)100%
42.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
14%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Leoncio Melendez's ranking?
Leoncio Melendez is ranked #789 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 26% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% PR state average).
How many students attend Leoncio Melendez?
289 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 11:1, which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 10:1.
What grades does Leoncio Melendez offer ?
Leoncio Melendez offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Leoncio Melendez part of?
Leoncio Melendez is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
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