Serving 167 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Emerita Leon ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Puerto Rico for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-39% (which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 23%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is higher than the Puerto Rico state level of 10:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 100% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 167 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Math Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50% in PR)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Emerita Leon ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Puerto Rico for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Emerita Leon's student population of 167 students has declined by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
167 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Emerita Leon is 0.02, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.01. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
23%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(15-16)30-34%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
10:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
n/a
Hispanic
99%
100%
Black
n/a
n/a
White
1%
n/a
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
n/a
All Ethnic Groups
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 percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 23% PR state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% PR state average).
How many students attend Emerita Leon?
167 students attend Emerita Leon.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Emerita Leon students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Emerita Leon?
Emerita Leon has a student ration of 11:1, which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 10:1.
What grades does Emerita Leon offer ?
Emerita Leon offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Emerita Leon part of?
Emerita Leon is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
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