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Antonio Paoli Ponce

Middle School · PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION

PO BOX 6960, Ponce, PR 00731

Enrollment

81

Student-Teacher

9:1

Grades

6th – 8th

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

School environment

7.0 / 10

Strong

About Antonio Paoli Ponce

Antonio Paoli Ponce is a public middle school in Ponce, PR, part of the PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION. The school serves approximately 81 students in grades 6th – 8th with a student-teacher ratio of 9:1. Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $16,917, where 22% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

The school is situated in a midsize city setting.

What Parents Should Know

With an enrollment of 81 students, Antonio Paoli Ponce is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.

With a student-teacher ratio of 9:1, Antonio Paoli Ponce offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.

School Profile

Limited Data
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
81 students
Type
Public
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
Address
PO BOX 6960, Ponce, PR 00731
Phone
(787) 844-0615
Data Year
SY 2022-23
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Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
90%
Teaching Staff
9:1 student-teacher ratio
9 teachers

Location

PO BOX 6960, Ponce, PR 00731

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.8 mi
School Distance Rating
JAIME L. DREW Ponce 0.2 mi
DR. PILA Ponce 0.4 mi
EDUARDO NEUMANN GANDIA Ponce 0.4 mi
DR. JOSE CELSO BARBOSA PONCE Ponce 0.5 mi
BERNARDINO CORDERO BERNARD Ponce 0.6 mi
LIBRADO NET Ponce 0.7 mi
JUAN CUEVAS ABOY Ponce 0.9 mi
HEMETERIO COLON Ponce 0.8 mi
PONCE HIGH SCHOOL Ponce 1.1 mi
JULIO ALVARADO TRICOCHE Ponce 1.2 mi
DR. RAFAEL PUJALS Ponce 1.2 mi
ABRAHAM LINCOLN PONCE Ponce 1.2 mi
EUGENIO LE COMPTE BENITEZ Ponce 1.3 mi
ISMAEL MALDONADO LUGARO Ponce 1.6 mi
LUCY GRILLASCA Ponce 1.7 mi
ANDRES GRILLASCA SALAS Ponce 1.7 mi
RAMON MARIN Ponce 1.7 mi
RODULFO DEL VALLE Ponce 1.7 mi
SANTA TERESITA Ponce 1.9 mi
CARMEN SOLA DE PEDREIRA Ponce 1.8 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 00731 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$16,917

Median Home Value

$86,800

Median Rent

$426/mo

Population

10,221

College Educated

22.1%

Homeownership

79.4%

Avg Commute

26.6 min

Poverty Rate

56.4%

Median Age

47.8

Community Profile

The community surrounding Antonio Paoli Ponce has a median household income of $16,917. It is a community where 22% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $86,800, with a median rent of $426/month. The area has a poverty rate of 56.4%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. The average commute for residents is 27 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Antonio Paoli Ponce

What grades does Antonio Paoli Ponce serve?

Antonio Paoli Ponce serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Antonio Paoli Ponce?

Antonio Paoli Ponce has an enrollment of approximately 81 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Antonio Paoli Ponce?

The student-teacher ratio at Antonio Paoli Ponce is 9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

Is Antonio Paoli Ponce a charter school?

No, Antonio Paoli Ponce is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Antonio Paoli Ponce a Title I school?

No, Antonio Paoli Ponce is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Antonio Paoli Ponce?

90.1% of students at Antonio Paoli Ponce qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
81
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
Teachers (FTE)
9
Free/Reduced Lunch
90.1%
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize City
County
Ponce Municipio
Data Year
2023–2024

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