Serving 186 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Elemental Nueva De San Juan ranks in the bottom 50% 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 21%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 36%).
The student:teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Puerto Rico state level of 10:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 186 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PR
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Elemental Nueva De San Juan ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Puerto Rico for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Elemental Nueva De San Juan's student population of 186 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
186 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Elemental Nueva De San Juan 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 Elemental Nueva De San Juan 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
#646 out of 839 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
21%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
36%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
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
84%
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 Elemental Nueva De San Juan's ranking?
Elemental Nueva De San Juan is ranked #646 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?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 21% PR state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% PR state average).
How many students attend Elemental Nueva De San Juan?
186 students attend Elemental Nueva De San Juan.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Elemental Nueva De San Juan students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Elemental Nueva De San Juan?
Elemental Nueva De San Juan has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 10:1.
What grades does Elemental Nueva De San Juan offer ?
Elemental Nueva De San Juan offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Elemental Nueva De San Juan part of?
Elemental Nueva De San Juan is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
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