Serving 204 students in grades 6-9, Fidelina Melendez Monsanto ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Puerto Rico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 21%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher 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: 6-9
- Enrollment: 204 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in PR
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Fidelina Melendez Monsanto ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Puerto Rico for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Fidelina Melendez Monsanto's student population of 204 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-9
Total Students
204 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Fidelina Melendez Monsanto ranks within the top 20% of all 839 schools in Puerto Rico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Fidelina Melendez Monsanto 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
#134 out of 839 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
21%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
36%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
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
84%
85%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fidelina Melendez Monsanto's ranking?
Fidelina Melendez Monsanto is ranked #134 out of 839 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?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 21% PR state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% PR state average).
How many students attend Fidelina Melendez Monsanto?
204 students attend Fidelina Melendez Monsanto.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Fidelina Melendez Monsanto students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Fidelina Melendez Monsanto?
Fidelina Melendez Monsanto has a student ration of 10:1, which is equal to the Puerto Rico state average of 10:1.
What grades does Fidelina Melendez Monsanto offer ?
Fidelina Melendez Monsanto offers enrollment in grades 6-9
What school district is Fidelina Melendez Monsanto part of?
Fidelina Melendez Monsanto is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
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