Serving 326 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Pedro Melendez Santiago 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 17% (which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 23%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (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 (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 326 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PR
- Math Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Pedro Melendez Santiago's student population of 326 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
326 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
School Rankings
Pedro Melendez Santiago 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 Pedro Melendez Santiago 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
#422 out of 839 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
23%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
36%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
10:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Hispanic
100%
100%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23%
42.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
74%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 18-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pedro Melendez Santiago's ranking?
Pedro Melendez Santiago is ranked #422 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?
17% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 23% PR state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% PR state average).
How many students attend Pedro Melendez Santiago?
326 students attend Pedro Melendez Santiago.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Pedro Melendez Santiago students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pedro Melendez Santiago?
Pedro Melendez Santiago has a student ration of 11:1, which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 10:1.
What grades does Pedro Melendez Santiago offer ?
Pedro Melendez Santiago offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pedro Melendez Santiago part of?
Pedro Melendez Santiago is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
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