Serving 234 students in grades 9-12, Juan Ponce De Leon 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 ≤10% (which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 23%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-39% (which is approximately equal to the Puerto Rico state average of 36%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Puerto Rico state level of 10:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 100% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 234 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: 55-59%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PR
- Math Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Juan Ponce De Leon ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Puerto Rico for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Juan Ponce De Leon's student population of 234 students has declined by 41% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 30% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
234 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Rankings
Juan Ponce De Leon 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 Juan Ponce De Leon 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
#485 out of 839 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
23%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
36%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
10:1
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
Graduation Rate
(21-22)55-59%
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
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Juan Ponce De Leon's ranking?
Juan Ponce De Leon is ranked #485 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?
≤10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 23% PR state average), while 30-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% PR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Juan Ponce De Leon?
The graduation rate of Juan Ponce De Leon is 55-59%, which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 74%.
How many students attend Juan Ponce De Leon?
234 students attend Juan Ponce De Leon.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Juan Ponce De Leon students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Juan Ponce De Leon?
Juan Ponce De Leon has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 10:1.
What grades does Juan Ponce De Leon offer ?
Juan Ponce De Leon offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Juan Ponce De Leon part of?
Juan Ponce De Leon is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
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