Serving 365 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Nelida Melendez Melendez ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Puerto Rico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 63% (which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 21%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (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 (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 365 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in PR
- Math Proficiency: 63% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Nelida Melendez Melendez ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Puerto Rico for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Nelida Melendez Melendez's student population of 365 students has declined by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
365 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Nelida Melendez Melendez ranks within the top 10% of all 839 schools in Puerto Rico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Nelida Melendez Melendez 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
#65 out of 839 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
21%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
36%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
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%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Nelida Melendez Melendez's ranking?
Nelida Melendez Melendez is ranked #65 out of 839 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Puerto Rico.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
63% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 21% PR state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% PR state average).
How many students attend Nelida Melendez Melendez?
365 students attend Nelida Melendez Melendez.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Nelida Melendez Melendez students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Nelida Melendez Melendez?
Nelida Melendez Melendez has a student ration of 10:1, which is equal to the Puerto Rico state average of 10:1.
What grades does Nelida Melendez Melendez offer ?
Nelida Melendez Melendez offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Nelida Melendez Melendez part of?
Nelida Melendez Melendez is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
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