Serving 532 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Manuel Gonzalez Melo ranks in the top 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 16% (which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 21%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 36%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the Puerto Rico state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 100% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 532 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in PR
- Math Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Manuel Gonzalez Melo ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Puerto Rico for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Manuel Gonzalez Melo's student population of 532 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
532 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Manuel Gonzalez Melo ranks within the top 50% of all 839 schools in Puerto Rico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Manuel Gonzalez Melo 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
#356 out of 839 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
21%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
36%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
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
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
86%
85%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Manuel Gonzalez Melo's ranking?
Manuel Gonzalez Melo is ranked #356 out of 839 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Puerto Rico.
What schools are Manuel Gonzalez Melo often compared to?
Manuel Gonzalez Melois often viewed alongside schools like Conrado Rodriguez by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
16% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 21% PR state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% PR state average).
How many students attend Manuel Gonzalez Melo?
532 students attend Manuel Gonzalez Melo.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Manuel Gonzalez Melo students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Manuel Gonzalez Melo?
Manuel Gonzalez Melo has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 11:1.
What grades does Manuel Gonzalez Melo offer ?
Manuel Gonzalez Melo offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Manuel Gonzalez Melo part of?
Manuel Gonzalez Melo is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
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