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#559 of 842 schools in PR
Clemencia Melendez
Elementary School · PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
PO BOX 650, Cidra, PR 00739
Enrollment
263
Student-Teacher
7.7:1
Score
5.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
263
Student-Teacher
7.7:1
Score
5.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Puerto Rico schools
#559 of 842
In Cidra
#8 of 9
public schools
In district
#559 of 842
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
Academic performance
7.1 / 10
Very Good
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About Clemencia Melendez
Clemencia Melendez is a public elementary school in Cidra, PR, part of PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION. Clemencia Melendez serves approximately 263 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 7.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Clemencia Melendez has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #559 of 842 schools in PR.
Structured state assessment records for Clemencia Melendez show 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
- This school 5.4 · Average
- District avg 7.0
- PR avg 7.0
What Parents Should Know
With a student-teacher ratio of 7.7:1, Clemencia Melendez 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.
The chronic absenteeism rate at Clemencia Melendez was 31% in the 2022-23 school year, which is above the national average. Chronic absenteeism (missing 15 or more school days) can affect classroom dynamics and pacing. Parents should ask about the school's attendance support programs and what resources are available to help families address barriers to consistent attendance.
Score Breakdown
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Clemencia Melendez — Students at Clemencia Melendez score 44% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 43%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
90.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores PR EDFACTS (2017-18)
Based on 18 test records from PR state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 3.7/10.
How Clemencia Melendez Compares
See how Clemencia Melendez performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
PO BOX 650, Cidra, PR 00739
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Clemencia Melendez may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. VIRGINIA VAZQUEZ MENDOZA (rated 8.9/10, 3.6 miles away, in nearby Cayey), which scores notably higher. Another option is BENIGNO CARRION (rated 8.9/10, 4.0 miles away, in nearby Cayey), which scores notably higher. Additionally, EUGENIO MARIA DE HOSTOS CAYEY (rated 8.4/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Cayey), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Cidra, see our Cidra schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| VIOLETA REYES PEREZ Cidra | 1.6 mi | 5.9 |
| EUGENIO MARIA DE HOSTOS CAYEY Cayey | 1.9 mi | 8.4 |
| RUTH EVELYN CRUZ SANTOS Cidra | 2.0 mi | 6.1 |
| ANA J. CANDELAS Cidra | 2.0 mi | 6.7 |
| JESUS T. PINERO CIDRA Cidra | 2.3 mi | 8.2 |
| LUIS MUNOZ IGLESIAS Cidra | 2.4 mi | 8.7 |
| CARMEN ZENAIDA VEGA Aibonito | 2.8 mi | 8.2 |
| REGINO VEGA MARTINEZ Cidra | 2.9 mi | 5.1 |
| ERNESTO VICENTE CARATTINI Cidra | 3.2 mi | 6.7 |
| MIGUEL ANGEL JULIA COLLAZO - BELLAS ARTES Cayey | 3.6 mi | 8.6 |
| BENJAMIN HARRISON Cayey | 3.6 mi | 6.0 |
| BENIGNO FERNANDEZ GARCIA Cayey | 3.7 mi | 4.7 |
| VIRGINIA VAZQUEZ MENDOZA Cayey | 3.6 mi | 8.9 |
| MIGUEL MELENDEZ MUNOZ CAYEY Cayey | 3.8 mi | 5.9 |
| DR. RAMON EMETERIO BETANCES Cayey | 3.9 mi | 6.0 |
| BENIGNO CARRION Cayey | 4.0 mi | 8.9 |
| CENTRO DE ADIESTRAMIENTO VOCACIONAL Cayey | 3.9 mi | 4.3 |
| LUIS MUNOZ MARIN COMERIO Comerio | 3.9 mi | 8.0 |
| ELEMENTAL SALVADOR BRAU Cayey | 4.1 mi | 5.2 |
| EMERITA LEON Cayey | 4.1 mi | 4.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 00739 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$26,801
Median Home Value
$138,400
Median Rent
$547/mo
Population
34,595
College Educated
26.9%
Homeownership
67.4%
Avg Commute
28.6 min
Poverty Rate
36.8%
Median Age
43.1
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| ELEMENTAL URBANA DE VEGA ALTA Vega Alta, PR | 5.4 |
| GABINO SOTO Fajardo, PR | 5.4 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Clemencia Melendez
What grades does Clemencia Melendez serve?
Clemencia Melendez serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Clemencia Melendez?
Clemencia Melendez has an enrollment of approximately 263 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Clemencia Melendez?
The student-teacher ratio at Clemencia Melendez is 7.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Clemencia Melendez rank in PR?
Clemencia Melendez ranks #559 of 842 schools in PR.
What is Clemencia Melendez's MySchoolScout rating?
Clemencia Melendez has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Clemencia Melendez?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Clemencia Melendez has 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
Is Clemencia Melendez a charter school?
No, Clemencia Melendez is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Clemencia Melendez a Title I school?
No, Clemencia Melendez is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Clemencia Melendez?
90.9% of students at Clemencia Melendez qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 263
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 34
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 90.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Cidra Municipio
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 30.8%
- Phone
- (787) 739-8913
Resources & Links
District
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION- District Enrollment
- 240,910
- Schools in District
- 858
- District Rank
- #559 of 842
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