Serving 316 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Juana A Mendez (Metropolis) 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 60% (which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Puerto Rico state level of 11:1.
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 316 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in PR
- Math Proficiency: 72% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Juana A Mendez (Metropolis) ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Puerto Rico for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
School Overview
Juana A Mendez (Metropolis)'s student population of 316 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
316 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Juana A Mendez (Metropolis) 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 Juana A Mendez (Metropolis) 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
#138 out of 836 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)72%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)60%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
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
85%
85%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Juana A Mendez (Metropolis)'s ranking?
Juana A Mendez (Metropolis) is ranked #138 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 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% PR state average).
How many students attend Juana A Mendez (Metropolis)?
316 students attend Juana A Mendez (Metropolis).
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Juana A Mendez (Metropolis) students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Juana A Mendez (Metropolis)?
Juana A Mendez (Metropolis) has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 11:1.
What grades does Juana A Mendez (Metropolis) offer ?
Juana A Mendez (Metropolis) offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Juana A Mendez (Metropolis) part of?
Juana A Mendez (Metropolis) is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
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