Serving 350 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Juan Ponce De Leon Guaynabo ranks in the top 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 45-49% (which is higher 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 (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 350 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in PR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Juan Ponce De Leon Guaynabo ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Puerto Rico for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Juan Ponce De Leon Guaynabo's student population of 350 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Total Students
350 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Juan Ponce De Leon Guaynabo 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 Juan Ponce De Leon Guaynabo 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
#279 out of 839 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
21%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
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
Graduation Rate
≥50%
74%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
85%
85%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Juan Ponce De Leon Guaynabo's ranking?
Juan Ponce De Leon Guaynabo is ranked #279 out of 839 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Puerto Rico.
What schools are Juan Ponce De Leon Guaynabo often compared to?
Juan Ponce De Leon Guaynabois often viewed alongside schools like Nueva Elemental Urbana De Guaynabo by visitors of our site.
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 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% PR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Juan Ponce De Leon Guaynabo?
The graduation rate of Juan Ponce De Leon Guaynabo is 50%, which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 74%.
How many students attend Juan Ponce De Leon Guaynabo?
350 students attend Juan Ponce De Leon Guaynabo.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Juan Ponce De Leon Guaynabo students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Juan Ponce De Leon Guaynabo?
Juan Ponce De Leon Guaynabo has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 10:1.
What grades does Juan Ponce De Leon Guaynabo offer ?
Juan Ponce De Leon Guaynabo offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12
What school district is Juan Ponce De Leon Guaynabo part of?
Juan Ponce De Leon Guaynabo is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
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