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#431 of 842 schools in PR
Cristobal Santana Melecio
Elementary School · PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
BOX 628, Dorado, PR 00646
Enrollment
294
Student-Teacher
9.8:1
Score
6.2
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
294
Student-Teacher
9.8:1
Score
6.2
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Puerto Rico schools
#431 of 842
In Dorado
#2 of 5
public schools
In district
#431 of 842
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
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About Cristobal Santana Melecio
Cristobal Santana Melecio is a public elementary school in Dorado, PR, part of PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION. Cristobal Santana Melecio serves approximately 294 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 9.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Cristobal Santana Melecio has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #431 of 842 schools in PR.
Structured state assessment records for Cristobal Santana Melecio show 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
- This school 6.2 · Average
- District avg 7.0
- PR avg 7.0
What Parents Should Know
With a student-teacher ratio of 9.8:1, Cristobal Santana Melecio 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 Cristobal Santana Melecio was 40% 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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Cristobal Santana Melecio — Students at Cristobal Santana Melecio score 37% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
91.2%
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: 6.0/10.
How Cristobal Santana Melecio Compares
See how Cristobal Santana Melecio performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
BOX 628, Dorado, PR 00646
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Cristobal Santana Melecio may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. RAFAEL HERNANDEZ VEGA ALTA (rated 9.3/10, 3.6 miles away, in nearby Vega Alta), which scores notably higher. Another option is JOSE M. DEL VALLE (rated 9.0/10, 2.9 miles away, in nearby Toa Alta), which scores notably higher. Additionally, INTERMEDIA BO. QUEBRADA ARENAS (rated 8.3/10, 3.7 miles away, in nearby Toa Baja), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Dorado, see our Dorado schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| JOSE NEVAREZ LOPEZ Toa Baja | 0.6 mi | 7.2 |
| NICOLAS SEVILLA Toa Alta | 0.7 mi | 6.5 |
| JOSE PABLO MORALES Toa Alta | 0.8 mi | 4.1 |
| VIOLANTA JIMENEZ Toa Alta | 0.8 mi | 7.9 |
| ALEJANDRO JR. CRUZ Toa Alta | 2.1 mi | 4.3 |
| ALTINENCIA VALLE Toa Baja | 2.5 mi | 6.2 |
| JOSE M. DEL VALLE Toa Alta | 2.9 mi | 9.0 |
| ADOLFINA IRIZARRY DE PUIG Toa Baja | 3.1 mi | 6.3 |
| LUIS M. SANTIAGO Toa Baja | 3.1 mi | 3.9 |
| ELISA DAVILA VAZQUEZ Vega Alta | 3.1 mi | 7.0 |
| MANUEL VELILLA Toa Alta | 3.3 mi | 4.7 |
| MARTIN GARCIA GIUSTI Toa Baja | 3.3 mi | 5.0 |
| ABELARDO DIAZ ALFARO Toa Alta | 3.5 mi | 7.2 |
| ERNESTINA BRACERO Toa Baja | 3.5 mi | 8.2 |
| INTERMEDIA BO. QUEBRADA ARENAS Toa Baja | 3.7 mi | 8.3 |
| TOMAS (MASO) RIVERA MORALES Toa Alta | 3.6 mi | 4.1 |
| RAFAEL HERNANDEZ VEGA ALTA Vega Alta | 3.6 mi | 9.3 |
| ELEMENTAL ECOLOGICA JOSE DE DIEGO Dorado | 3.7 mi | 5.8 |
| ADELA ROLON FUENTES Toa Alta | 3.8 mi | 5.7 |
| MARIA C. OSORIO Toa Alta | 3.8 mi | 7.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 00646 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$33,184
Median Home Value
$156,900
Median Rent
$688/mo
Population
36,099
College Educated
36.1%
Homeownership
79.1%
Avg Commute
34 min
Poverty Rate
29.4%
Median Age
42.6
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Cristobal Santana Melecio
What grades does Cristobal Santana Melecio serve?
Cristobal Santana Melecio serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Cristobal Santana Melecio?
Cristobal Santana Melecio has an enrollment of approximately 294 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Cristobal Santana Melecio?
The student-teacher ratio at Cristobal Santana Melecio is 9.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Cristobal Santana Melecio rank in PR?
Cristobal Santana Melecio ranks #431 of 842 schools in PR.
What is Cristobal Santana Melecio's MySchoolScout rating?
Cristobal Santana Melecio has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 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 Cristobal Santana Melecio?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Cristobal Santana Melecio has 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
Is Cristobal Santana Melecio a charter school?
No, Cristobal Santana Melecio is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Cristobal Santana Melecio a Title I school?
No, Cristobal Santana Melecio is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Cristobal Santana Melecio?
91.2% of students at Cristobal Santana Melecio 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
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 294
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 30
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 91.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Dorado Municipio
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 40.1%
- Phone
- (787) 870-3416
Resources & Links
District
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION- District Enrollment
- 240,910
- Schools in District
- 858
- District Rank
- #431 of 842
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