Below Average
#659 of 842 schools in PR
Intermedia Juan Serralles
Middle School · PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
PO BOX 1073, Ponce, PR 00731
Enrollment
221
Student-Teacher
7.6:1
Score
4.8
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
221
Student-Teacher
7.6:1
Score
4.8
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Puerto Rico schools
#659 of 842
In Ponce
#34 of 38
public schools
In district
#659 of 842
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
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About Intermedia Juan Serralles
Intermedia Juan Serralles is a public middle school in Ponce, PR, part of PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION. Intermedia Juan Serralles serves approximately 221 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 7.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Intermedia Juan Serralles has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10 and ranks #659 of 842 schools in PR.
Structured state assessment records for Intermedia Juan Serralles show 4% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
- This school 4.8 · Below Average
- District avg 4.7
- PR avg 4.7
What Parents Should Know
With a student-teacher ratio of 7.6:1, Intermedia Juan Serralles 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 Intermedia Juan Serralles was 68% 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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Intermedia Juan Serralles — Students at Intermedia Juan Serralles score 25% 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 (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: 5.5/10.
How Intermedia Juan Serralles Compares
See how Intermedia Juan Serralles performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
PO BOX 1073, Ponce, PR 00731
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Intermedia Juan Serralles may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. MANUEL GONZALEZ PATO (rated 5.9/10, 3.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is FELIPE COLON DIAZ (rated 5.2/10, 2.7 miles away, in nearby Juana Diaz), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, JARDINES DE PONCE (rated 5.2/10, 2.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Ponce, see our Ponce schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| SUPERIOR JUAN SERRALLES Ponce | 0.1 mi | 6.1 |
| LLANOS DEL SUR Ponce | 0.4 mi | 8.7 |
| DR. PEDRO ALBIZU CAMPOS JUANA DIAZ Juana Diaz | 1.6 mi | 5.5 |
| PEDRO COLON SANTIAGO Juana Diaz | 1.7 mi | 7.9 |
| DR. MAXIMO DONOSO SANCHEZ Juana Diaz | 2.5 mi | 7.4 |
| FELIPE COLON DIAZ Juana Diaz | 2.7 mi | 5.2 |
| ZOILO GRACIA Juana Diaz | 2.8 mi | 8.5 |
| SUPERIOR JARDINES DE PONCE Ponce | 2.8 mi | 5.1 |
| JARDINES DE PONCE Ponce | 2.8 mi | 5.2 |
| LUIS LLORENS TORRES JUANA DIAZ Juana Diaz | 2.8 mi | 5.8 |
| CARMEN BELEN VEIGA Juana Diaz | 2.9 mi | 5.6 |
| RUTHFORD B. HAYES Juana Diaz | 3.0 mi | 9.2 |
| MANUEL FERNANDEZ JUNCOS Juana Diaz | 3.0 mi | 6.3 |
| CAPITANEJO Ponce | 3.1 mi | 9.0 |
| HERMINIA GARCIA Ponce | 3.0 mi | 8.8 |
| JOSEFINA BOYA LEON Ponce | 3.6 mi | 7.0 |
| MANUEL GONZALEZ PATO Ponce | 3.7 mi | 5.9 |
| ERNESTO RAMOS ANTONINI PONCE Ponce | 3.8 mi | 5.0 |
| FRANCISCO PRADO PICART Juana Diaz | 4.0 mi | 3.7 |
| RODULFO DEL VALLE Ponce | 4.2 mi | 8.4 |
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
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| BENIGNO FERNANDEZ GARCIA Cayey, PR | 4.7 |
| AGRIPINA SEDA Guanica, PR | 5.0 |
| ANTONIO S PEDREIRA - PRETECNICA Caguas, PR | 4.6 |
| JUAN E. MIRANDA Guaynabo, PR | 4.6 |
| LEONARDO VALENTIN TIRADO Florida, PR | 4.6 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Intermedia Juan Serralles
What grades does Intermedia Juan Serralles serve?
Intermedia Juan Serralles serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Intermedia Juan Serralles?
Intermedia Juan Serralles has an enrollment of approximately 221 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Intermedia Juan Serralles?
The student-teacher ratio at Intermedia Juan Serralles is 7.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Intermedia Juan Serralles rank in PR?
Intermedia Juan Serralles ranks #659 of 842 schools in PR.
What is Intermedia Juan Serralles's MySchoolScout rating?
Intermedia Juan Serralles has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 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 Intermedia Juan Serralles?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Intermedia Juan Serralles has 4% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
Is Intermedia Juan Serralles a charter school?
No, Intermedia Juan Serralles is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Intermedia Juan Serralles a Title I school?
No, Intermedia Juan Serralles is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Intermedia Juan Serralles?
91.0% of students at Intermedia Juan Serralles 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
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 221
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 29
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 91.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small Suburb
- County
- Ponce Municipio
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 67.9%
- Phone
- (787) 848-2005
Resources & Links
District
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION- District Enrollment
- 240,910
- Schools in District
- 858
- District Rank
- #659 of 842
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