Needs Improvement
#780 of 842 schools in PR
Leoncio Melendez
Middle School · PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
PO BOX 1033, Las Piedras, PR 00771
Enrollment
340
Student-Teacher
12.1:1
Score
3.8
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
340
Student-Teacher
12.1:1
Score
3.8
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Puerto Rico schools
#780 of 842
In Las Piedras
#8 of 8
public schools
In district
#780 of 842
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
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About Leoncio Melendez
Leoncio Melendez is a public middle school in Las Piedras, PR, part of PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION. Leoncio Melendez serves approximately 340 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 12.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Leoncio Melendez has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 out of 10 and ranks #780 of 842 schools in PR.
Structured state assessment records for Leoncio Melendez show 4% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
- This school 3.8 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 4.7
- PR avg 4.7
What Parents Should Know
The chronic absenteeism rate at Leoncio Melendez was 100% 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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Leoncio Melendez — Students at Leoncio Melendez score 19% 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: 5.3/10.
How Leoncio Melendez Compares
See how Leoncio Melendez performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
PO BOX 1033, Las Piedras, PR 00771
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Leoncio Melendez may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. SANTIAGO TORRES (rated 4.1/10, 0.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, CARLOS RIVERA UFRET (rated 3.1/10, 2.9 miles away, in nearby Humacao), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Las Piedras, see our Las Piedras schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| RAMON POWER Y GIRALT LAS PIEDRAS Las Piedras | 0.3 mi | 6.3 |
| CARMEN BENITEZ Las Piedras | 0.4 mi | 6.4 |
| FLORENCIA GARCIA Las Piedras | 0.5 mi | 5.2 |
| SANTIAGO TORRES Las Piedras | 0.6 mi | 4.1 |
| MIGUEL HERNANDEZ AGOSTO Las Piedras | 1.3 mi | 7.7 |
| LUIS MUNOZ RIVERA LAS PIEDRAS Las Piedras | 2.5 mi | 5.9 |
| PETRA MERCADO BOUGART Humacao | 2.7 mi | 6.1 |
| JOSE DE DIEGO LAS PIEDRAS Las Piedras | 2.8 mi | 8.8 |
| CARLOS RIVERA UFRET Humacao | 2.9 mi | 3.1 |
| LUZ A. CRUZ DE SANTANA Humacao | 3.1 mi | 8.5 |
| PEDRO BOSCH Juncos | 3.2 mi | 3.0 |
| CARMEN PILAR SANTOS Humacao | 3.2 mi | 5.1 |
| ANTONIO ROSA GUZMAN Humacao | 3.3 mi | 4.5 |
| RUFINO VIGO Humacao | 3.3 mi | 7.1 |
| PEDRO RIVERA MOLINA Juncos | 3.3 mi | 5.4 |
| JUAN PONCE DE LEON HUMACAO Humacao | 3.5 mi | 6.3 |
| AVELINO PENA REYES Humacao | 3.6 mi | 6.0 |
| ANA ROQUE DE DUPREY Humacao | 3.6 mi | 3.4 |
| SUPERIOR VOCACIONAL MANUEL MEDIAVILLA Humacao | 3.9 mi | 5.2 |
| ANITA OTERO HERNANDEZ Humacao | 3.9 mi | 7.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 00771 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$25,662
Median Home Value
$120,700
Median Rent
$493/mo
Population
35,165
College Educated
28.9%
Homeownership
77.1%
Avg Commute
30.1 min
Poverty Rate
37.9%
Median Age
42.9
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| NUEVA BO. MEDIANIA Loiza, PR | 3.8 |
| RAMON DE JESUS SIERRA Lares, PR | 3.6 |
| GENEROSO MORALES MUNOZ San Lorenzo, PR | 4.0 |
| IRMA DELIZ DE MUNOZ Isabela, PR | 4.0 |
| MANUEL FEBRES GONZALEZ Carolina, PR | 4.0 |
| JOSE PABLO MORALES Toa Alta, PR | 4.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Leoncio Melendez
What grades does Leoncio Melendez serve?
Leoncio Melendez serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Leoncio Melendez?
Leoncio Melendez has an enrollment of approximately 340 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Leoncio Melendez?
The student-teacher ratio at Leoncio Melendez is 12.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Leoncio Melendez rank in PR?
Leoncio Melendez ranks #780 of 842 schools in PR.
What is Leoncio Melendez's MySchoolScout rating?
Leoncio Melendez has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 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 Leoncio Melendez?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Leoncio Melendez has 4% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
Is Leoncio Melendez a charter school?
No, Leoncio Melendez is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Leoncio Melendez a Title I school?
No, Leoncio Melendez is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Leoncio Melendez?
91.2% of students at Leoncio Melendez 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
- 340
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 28
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 91.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Las Piedras Municipio
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 100.0%
- Phone
- (787) 733-2520
Resources & Links
District
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION- District Enrollment
- 240,910
- Schools in District
- 858
- District Rank
- #780 of 842
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