Needs Improvement
#806 of 842 schools in PR
Juan Ponce De Leon
High School · PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
PO BOX 9300220, San Juan, PR 00928
Enrollment
234
Student-Teacher
8.7:1
Score
3.4
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
234
Student-Teacher
8.7:1
Score
3.4
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Puerto Rico schools
#806 of 842
In San Juan
#74 of 82
public schools
In district
#806 of 842
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
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About Juan Ponce De Leon
Juan Ponce De Leon is a public high school in San Juan, PR, part of PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION. Juan Ponce De Leon serves approximately 234 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 8.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Juan Ponce De Leon has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.4 out of 10 and ranks #806 of 842 schools in PR.
Structured state assessment records for Juan Ponce De Leon show 4% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 16% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
- This school 3.4 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.7
- PR avg 5.7
What Parents Should Know
With a student-teacher ratio of 8.7:1, Juan Ponce De Leon 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 Juan Ponce De Leon was 92% 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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Juan Ponce De Leon — Students at Juan Ponce De Leon score 10% 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: 4.2/10.
How Juan Ponce De Leon Compares
See how Juan Ponce De Leon performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
PO BOX 9300220, San Juan, PR 00928
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Juan Ponce De Leon may also want to explore other high schools in the area. ERNESTO RAMOS ANTONINI - MUSICA (rated 7.6/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is MIGUEL SUCH (rated 4.7/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ALBERT EINSTEIN (rated 3.4/10, 0.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in San Juan, see our San Juan schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| RAFAEL HERNANDEZ SAN JUAN San Juan | 0.1 mi | 8.1 |
| JUANITA GARCIA PERAZA San Juan | 0.5 mi | 8.4 |
| GUSTAVO A. BECQUER San Juan | 0.6 mi | 2.9 |
| PACHIN MARIN San Juan | 0.6 mi | 5.0 |
| MANUEL A. PEREZ San Juan | 0.7 mi | 5.0 |
| MIGUEL SUCH San Juan | 0.7 mi | 4.7 |
| JUAN RAMON JIMENEZ SAN JUAN San Juan | 0.8 mi | 4.3 |
| MANUEL ELZABURU Y VIZCARRONDO San Juan | 0.9 mi | 6.1 |
| ALBERT EINSTEIN San Juan | 0.9 mi | 3.4 |
| LCDO. GUILLERMO ATILES MOREAU San Juan | 1.0 mi | 8.5 |
| EMILIO DEL TORO CUEVAS San Juan | 1.0 mi | 8.7 |
| ESCUELA DE DEPORTE - ALIANZA San Juan | 1.1 mi | — |
| MATEMATICAS CIENCIAS Y TECNOLOGIA - ALIANZA San Juan | 1.1 mi | — |
| FRAY BARTOLOME DE LAS CASAS San Juan | 1.1 mi | 7.9 |
| MANUEL BOADA San Juan | 1.2 mi | 7.5 |
| ERNESTO RAMOS ANTONINI SAN JUAN San Juan | 1.2 mi | 4.5 |
| ALEJANDRO TAPIA Y RIVERA SAN JUAN San Juan | 1.3 mi | 6.5 |
| ERNESTO RAMOS ANTONINI - MUSICA San Juan | 1.3 mi | 7.6 |
| ELEMENTAL NUEVA DE SAN JUAN San Juan | 1.3 mi | 4.2 |
| VICTOR PARES COLLAZO San Juan | 1.4 mi | 6.7 |
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ALBERT EINSTEIN San Juan, PR | 3.4 |
| LUIS HERNAIZ VERONNE Canovanas, PR | 3.3 |
| PETRA ZENON DE FABERY Trujillo Alto, PR | 3.5 |
| CENTRO EUGENIO MARIA DE HOSTOS San Juan, PR | 3.2 |
| DR. PEDRO ALBIZU CAMPOS QUEBRADILLAS Quebradillas, PR | 3.2 |
| RAMON VILA MAYO San Juan, PR | 3.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Juan Ponce De Leon
What grades does Juan Ponce De Leon serve?
Juan Ponce De Leon serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Juan Ponce De Leon?
Juan Ponce De Leon has an enrollment of approximately 234 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Juan Ponce De Leon?
The student-teacher ratio at Juan Ponce De Leon is 8.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Juan Ponce De Leon rank in PR?
Juan Ponce De Leon ranks #806 of 842 schools in PR.
What is Juan Ponce De Leon's MySchoolScout rating?
Juan Ponce De Leon has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.4 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 Juan Ponce De Leon?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Juan Ponce De Leon has 4% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 16% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
Is Juan Ponce De Leon a charter school?
No, Juan Ponce De Leon is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Juan Ponce De Leon a Title I school?
No, Juan Ponce De Leon is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Juan Ponce De Leon?
91.0% of students at Juan Ponce De 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
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 234
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 27
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 91.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- San Juan Municipio
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 91.9%
- Phone
- (787) 764-4630
- 4-Year Graduation
- 47.0%
Resources & Links
District
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION- District Enrollment
- 240,910
- Schools in District
- 858
- District Rank
- #806 of 842
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