Nelida Melendez Melendez (Elem. Urbana)

Carr 155 Int Ave Luis M Marin
Orocovis, PR 00720
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Top 20%
Serving 397 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Nelida Melendez Melendez (Elem. Urbana) ranks in the top 20% 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 72% (which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 66% (which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the Puerto Rico state level of 11:1.

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 397 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
  • : Top 20% in PR
  • : 72% (Top 50%)
  • : 66% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Nelida Melendez Melendez (Elem. Urbana) ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Puerto Rico for:

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School Overview

Nelida Melendez Melendez (Elem. Urbana)'s student population of 397 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
397 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
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School Rankings

Nelida Melendez Melendez (Elem. Urbana) ranks within the top 20% of all 836 schools in Puerto Rico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Nelida Melendez Melendez (Elem. Urbana) 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.
Definition of Terms 2021-2022 School Year Data
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State Level (PR)
#120 out of 836 schools
(Top 20%)
This chart display the overall school rank of Nelida Melendez Melendez (Elem. Urbana), with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
(18-19)
72%
33%
This chart display the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of Nelida Melendez Melendez (Elem. Urbana) and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of public schools in Puerto Rico by year, with the latest 2018-19 school year data.
(18-19)
66%
45%
This chart display the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Nelida Melendez Melendez (Elem. Urbana) and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Puerto Rico by year, with the latest 2018-19 school year data.
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
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American Indian
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Hispanic
100%
100%
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Black
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Two or more races
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0.00
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
85%
85%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
8%
This chart display the percentage of students who is eligible for reduced lunch in Nelida Melendez Melendez (Elem. Urbana) and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for reduced lunch in Puerto Rico by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Nelida Melendez Melendez (Elem. Urbana)'s ranking?
Nelida Melendez Melendez (Elem. Urbana) is ranked #120 out of 836 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Puerto Rico.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
72% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% PR state average), while 66% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% PR state average).
How many students attend Nelida Melendez Melendez (Elem. Urbana)?
397 students attend Nelida Melendez Melendez (Elem. Urbana).
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Nelida Melendez Melendez (Elem. Urbana) students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Nelida Melendez Melendez (Elem. Urbana)?
Nelida Melendez Melendez (Elem. Urbana) has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the Puerto Rico state average of 11:1.
What grades does Nelida Melendez Melendez (Elem. Urbana) offer ?
Nelida Melendez Melendez (Elem. Urbana) offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Nelida Melendez Melendez (Elem. Urbana) part of?
Nelida Melendez Melendez (Elem. Urbana) is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 397 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
  • : Top 20%
  • : 72% (Top 50%)
  • : 66% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education

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