Serving 280 students in grades 6-12, Juan Ponce De Leon Humacao 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 ≤5% (which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 21%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher 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 Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 280 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 10% in PR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Juan Ponce De Leon Humacao ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Puerto Rico for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Juan Ponce De Leon Humacao's student population of 280 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has grown by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
280 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Rankings
Juan Ponce De Leon Humacao 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 Juan Ponce De Leon Humacao 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
#338 out of 839 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
21%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
36%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
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
Graduation Rate
≥90%
74%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
85%
85%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Juan Ponce De Leon Humacao's ranking?
Juan Ponce De Leon Humacao is ranked #338 out of 839 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Puerto Rico.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 21% PR state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% PR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Juan Ponce De Leon Humacao?
The graduation rate of Juan Ponce De Leon Humacao is 90%, which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 74%.
How many students attend Juan Ponce De Leon Humacao?
280 students attend Juan Ponce De Leon Humacao.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Juan Ponce De Leon Humacao students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Juan Ponce De Leon Humacao?
Juan Ponce De Leon Humacao has a student ration of 11:1, which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 10:1.
What grades does Juan Ponce De Leon Humacao offer ?
Juan Ponce De Leon Humacao offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Juan Ponce De Leon Humacao part of?
Juan Ponce De Leon Humacao is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
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