Serving 294 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Cristobal Santana Melecio 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 12% (which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 21%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 27% (which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 36%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is equal to the Puerto Rico state level of 10:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 294 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PR
- Math Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Cristobal Santana Melecio's student population of 294 students has grown by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
294 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Cristobal Santana Melecio 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 Cristobal Santana Melecio 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
#520 out of 839 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
21%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
36%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
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
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 Cristobal Santana Melecio's ranking?
Cristobal Santana Melecio is ranked #520 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?
12% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 21% PR state average), while 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% PR state average).
How many students attend Cristobal Santana Melecio?
294 students attend Cristobal Santana Melecio.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Cristobal Santana Melecio students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Cristobal Santana Melecio?
Cristobal Santana Melecio has a student ration of 10:1, which is equal to the Puerto Rico state average of 10:1.
What grades does Cristobal Santana Melecio offer ?
Cristobal Santana Melecio offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Cristobal Santana Melecio part of?
Cristobal Santana Melecio is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
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