Below Average
#759 of 842 schools in PR
Emerita Leon
Elementary School · PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
URB MINIMA DETRAS RES. LUIS MUÃ?OZ MORALES, Cayey, PR 00736
Enrollment
167
Student-Teacher
11.1:1
Score
4.0
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
167
Student-Teacher
11.1:1
Score
4.0
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Puerto Rico schools
#759 of 842
In Cayey
#14 of 14
public schools
In district
#759 of 842
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
School environment
9.0 / 10
Excellent
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Emerita Leon
Elementary School in Cayey · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Emerita Leon
Emerita Leon is a public elementary school in Cayey, PR, part of PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION. Emerita Leon serves approximately 167 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 11.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Emerita Leon has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 out of 10 and ranks #759 of 842 schools in PR.
Structured state assessment records for Emerita Leon show 8% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2015) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2015).
- This school 4.0 · Below Average
- District avg 7.0
- PR avg 7.0
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 167 students, Emerita Leon 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.
Score Breakdown
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Emerita Leon — Students at Emerita Leon score 17% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
91%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores PR EDFACTS (2014-15)
Based on 12 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: 2.5/10.
How Emerita Leon Compares
See how Emerita Leon performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
URB MINIMA DETRAS RES. LUIS MUÃ?OZ MORALES, Cayey, PR 00736
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Emerita Leon may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. BENIGNO CARRION (rated 8.9/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is VIRGINIA VAZQUEZ MENDOZA (rated 8.9/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, EUGENIO MARIA DE HOSTOS CAYEY (rated 8.4/10, 2.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Cayey, see our Cayey schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ELEMENTAL EMERITA LEON Cayey | 0.1 mi | 8.3 |
| BENIGNO CARRION Cayey | 0.4 mi | 8.9 |
| BENIGNO FERNANDEZ GARCIA Cayey | 0.5 mi | 4.7 |
| ELEMENTAL SALVADOR BRAU Cayey | 0.5 mi | 5.2 |
| MIGUEL ANGEL JULIA COLLAZO - BELLAS ARTES Cayey | 0.6 mi | 8.6 |
| BENJAMIN HARRISON Cayey | 0.6 mi | 6.0 |
| DR. RAMON EMETERIO BETANCES Cayey | 0.6 mi | 6.0 |
| MIGUEL MELENDEZ MUNOZ CAYEY Cayey | 0.7 mi | 5.9 |
| CENTRO DE ADIESTRAMIENTO VOCACIONAL Cayey | 0.7 mi | 4.3 |
| VIRGINIA VAZQUEZ MENDOZA Cayey | 2.1 mi | 8.9 |
| EUGENIO MARIA DE HOSTOS CAYEY Cayey | 2.8 mi | 8.4 |
| RUTH EVELYN CRUZ SANTOS Cidra | 4.1 mi | 6.1 |
| REGINO VEGA MARTINEZ Cidra | 4.1 mi | 5.1 |
| CLEMENCIA MELENDEZ Cidra | 4.1 mi | 5.4 |
| ANA J. CANDELAS Cidra | 4.3 mi | 6.7 |
| JESUS T. PINERO CIDRA Cidra | 4.5 mi | 8.2 |
| VIOLETA REYES PEREZ Cidra | 4.6 mi | 5.9 |
| LUIS MUNOZ IGLESIAS Cidra | 4.8 mi | 8.7 |
| JUAN STUBBE Cidra | 5.2 mi | 7.1 |
| GERARDO SELLES SOLA CAYEY Cayey | 5.2 mi | 7.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 00736 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$28,652
Median Home Value
$142,300
Median Rent
$546/mo
Population
45,528
College Educated
28.4%
Homeownership
62.5%
Avg Commute
27 min
Poverty Rate
37%
Median Age
45.3
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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| CONCEPCION MENDEZ CANO Caguas, PR | 4.1 |
| EUGENIO MARIA DE HOSTOS ARECIBO Arecibo, PR | 4.1 |
| CHRISTIAN MILITARY ACADEMY ALIANZA Vega Baja, PR | 4.2 |
| ELEMENTAL NUEVA DE SAN JUAN San Juan, PR | 4.2 |
| FRANCISCA DAVILA SEMPRIT Toa Baja, PR | 3.8 |
| JOSE RODRIGUEZ SOTO Lajas, PR | 4.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Emerita Leon
What grades does Emerita Leon serve?
Emerita Leon serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Emerita Leon?
Emerita Leon has an enrollment of approximately 167 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Emerita Leon?
The student-teacher ratio at Emerita Leon is 11.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Emerita Leon rank in PR?
Emerita Leon ranks #759 of 842 schools in PR.
What is Emerita Leon's MySchoolScout rating?
Emerita Leon has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 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 Emerita Leon?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Emerita Leon has 8% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2015) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2015).
Is Emerita Leon a charter school?
No, Emerita Leon is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Emerita Leon a Title I school?
No, Emerita Leon is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Emerita Leon?
91.0% of students at Emerita Leon 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 – 6th
- Enrollment
- 167
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 15
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 91.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Cayey Municipio
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 6.6%
- Phone
- (787) 738-2440
Resources & Links
District
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION- District Enrollment
- 240,910
- Schools in District
- 858
- District Rank
- #759 of 842
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