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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

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

4.0/10

Elementary School in Cayey · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Elemental Emerita Leon

8.3/10

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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).

How it compares3.0 pts below district
  • 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress2.5Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data6
Annual Change-1.45 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2015
TrendDeclining
Academics3.2Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency2.5% (2015 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency32% (2015 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency17% (2015 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)41% (model expectation from 2015 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-23.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile13th
Resources & Environment9.0Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.1:1
Chronic Absenteeism6.6%

Emerita Leon — Students at Emerita Leon score 17% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

91%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores PR EDFACTS (2014-15)

Math Proficiency 8.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2015)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 42.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2015)
School
State
N/A

Based on 12 test records from PR state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
2.5%
ELA
42%
2011
Math
12%
ELA
57%
2012
Math
12%
ELA
52%
2013
Math
12%
ELA
42%
2014
Math
7.5%
ELA
32%
2015
Math
2.5%
ELA
32%

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.

Overall Score
4.0/10
10th percentile in PR
Academic
3.2/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
2.5/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
9.0/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
91%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
15 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
6.6%

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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FRANCISCA DAVILA SEMPRIT Toa Baja, PR 3.8
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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.

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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%

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academics, and learning environment — plus college readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, with growth counting most in elementary and middle grades. Equity data is shown for context but is not factored into the score. Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

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