Serving 354 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Mediania Alta Elemental ranks in the top 30% 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 59% (which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the Puerto Rico state level of 11:1.
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 354 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in PR
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mediania Alta Elemental ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Puerto Rico for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Mediania Alta Elemental's student population of 354 students has declined by 30% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
354 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Mediania Alta Elemental ranks within the top 30% of all 836 schools in Puerto Rico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mediania Alta Elemental 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
#210 out of 836 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)59%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)55%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
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
86%
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 Mediania Alta Elemental's ranking?
Mediania Alta Elemental is ranked #210 out of 836 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Puerto Rico.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% PR state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% PR state average).
How many students attend Mediania Alta Elemental?
354 students attend Mediania Alta Elemental.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Mediania Alta Elemental students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mediania Alta Elemental?
Mediania Alta Elemental has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 11:1.
What grades does Mediania Alta Elemental offer ?
Mediania Alta Elemental offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Mediania Alta Elemental part of?
Mediania Alta Elemental is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
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