Serving 173 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Elemental Emerita Leon ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Puerto Rico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 21%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 36%).
The student:teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the Puerto Rico state level of 10:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 173 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in PR
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Elemental Emerita Leon ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Puerto Rico for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Elemental Emerita Leon's student population of 173 students has declined by 61% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
173 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Elemental Emerita Leon 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 Elemental Emerita Leon 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
#293 out of 839 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
21%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
36%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
7:1
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
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Elemental Emerita Leon's ranking?
Elemental Emerita Leon is ranked #293 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?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 21% PR state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% PR state average).
How many students attend Elemental Emerita Leon?
173 students attend Elemental Emerita Leon.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Elemental Emerita Leon students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Elemental Emerita Leon?
Elemental Emerita Leon has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 10:1.
What grades does Elemental Emerita Leon offer ?
Elemental Emerita Leon offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Elemental Emerita Leon part of?
Elemental Emerita Leon is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
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