Excellent
#149 of 842 schools in PR
Top 18% in state
Manuel Gonzalez Melo
Elementary School · PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
PO BOX 1806, Rincon, PR 00677
Enrollment
493
Student-Teacher
10.7:1
Score
8.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
493
Student-Teacher
10.7:1
Score
8.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Puerto Rico schools
#149 of 842
In Rincon
#1 of 3
public schools
In district
#149 of 842
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
School environment
9.7 / 10
Excellent
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About Manuel Gonzalez Melo
Manuel Gonzalez Melo is a public elementary school in Rincon, PR, part of PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION. Manuel Gonzalez Melo serves approximately 493 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 10.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Manuel Gonzalez Melo has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 out of 10 and ranks #149 of 842 schools in PR.
Structured state assessment records for Manuel Gonzalez Melo show 24% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
- This school 8.2 · Excellent
- District avg 7.0
- PR avg 7.0
Score Breakdown
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Manuel Gonzalez Melo — Students at Manuel Gonzalez Melo score 41% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
91.1%
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
↑ ImprovingAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.3/10.
How Manuel Gonzalez Melo Compares
See how Manuel Gonzalez Melo performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
PO BOX 1806, Rincon, PR 00677
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Manuel Gonzalez Melo may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. JOSE GONZALEZ RUIZ (rated 8.8/10, 3.7 miles away, in nearby Aguada), which scores slightly higher. Another option is ANTONIO GONZALEZ SUAREZ (rated 8.4/10, 6.0 miles away, in nearby Anasco), with a very similar rating. Additionally, CRUZ MARIA GOMEZ DE MALAVE (rated 8.1/10, 7.2 miles away, in nearby Anasco), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Rincon, see our Rincon schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 7.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| MANUEL GARCIA PEREZ Rincon | 2.1 mi | 6.4 |
| CONRADO RODRIGUEZ Rincon | 2.4 mi | 7.5 |
| JUAN B. SOTO Aguada | 2.8 mi | 7.2 |
| EPIFANIO ESTRADA AGUADA Aguada | 3.7 mi | 4.9 |
| JOSE GONZALEZ RUIZ Aguada | 3.7 mi | 8.8 |
| ANSELMO VILLARRUBIA Aguada | 5.0 mi | 7.3 |
| PROFESORA JUANA ROSARIO CARRERO Aguada | 5.1 mi | 4.1 |
| DR. CARLOS GONZALEZ Aguada | 5.4 mi | 7.9 |
| LYDIA MELENDEZ Aguada | 5.6 mi | 5.4 |
| CENTRO VOCACIONAL ESPECIAL Aguada | 6.0 mi | 5.5 |
| LUIS MUNOZ MARIN ANASCO Anasco | 5.9 mi | 4.8 |
| JUAN LINO SANTIAGO Aguada | 6.0 mi | 8.0 |
| ELADIO TIRADO LOPEZ Aguada | 6.0 mi | 5.2 |
| ANTONIO GONZALEZ SUAREZ Anasco | 6.0 mi | 8.4 |
| ALCIDES FIGUEROA Anasco | 6.2 mi | 7.9 |
| ISABEL SUAREZ Anasco | 6.3 mi | 4.3 |
| CARMEN CASASUS MARTI Anasco | 6.5 mi | 6.9 |
| ESTEBAN ROSADO BAEZ Mayaguez | 6.8 mi | 8.0 |
| AQUILINO CABAN Aguada | 6.8 mi | 7.0 |
| CRUZ MARIA GOMEZ DE MALAVE Anasco | 7.2 mi | 8.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 00677 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$24,746
Median Home Value
$154,600
Median Rent
$626/mo
Population
15,432
College Educated
24.5%
Homeownership
72.7%
Avg Commute
22.8 min
Poverty Rate
44.6%
Median Age
49.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ELEMENTAL REXVILLE Bayamon, PR | 8.2 |
| DANIEL SERRANO RIVERA Villalba, PR | 8.1 |
| HATILLO Villalba, PR | 8.1 |
| MARTIN G. BRUMBAUGH Santa Isabel, PR | 8.1 |
| INTERMEDIA BO. QUEBRADA ARENAS Toa Baja, PR | 8.3 |
| RAMON ALEJANDRO AYALA Comerio, PR | 8.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Manuel Gonzalez Melo
What grades does Manuel Gonzalez Melo serve?
Manuel Gonzalez Melo serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Manuel Gonzalez Melo?
Manuel Gonzalez Melo has an enrollment of approximately 493 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Manuel Gonzalez Melo?
The student-teacher ratio at Manuel Gonzalez Melo is 10.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Manuel Gonzalez Melo rank in PR?
Manuel Gonzalez Melo ranks #149 of 842 schools in PR.
What is Manuel Gonzalez Melo's MySchoolScout rating?
Manuel Gonzalez Melo has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 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 Manuel Gonzalez Melo?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Manuel Gonzalez Melo has 24% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
Is Manuel Gonzalez Melo a charter school?
No, Manuel Gonzalez Melo is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Manuel Gonzalez Melo a Title I school?
No, Manuel Gonzalez Melo is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Manuel Gonzalez Melo?
91.1% of students at Manuel Gonzalez Melo qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
- Walk Score
- 17 Car-Dependent
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 493
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 46
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 91.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize Suburb
- County
- Rincón Municipio
- Phone
- (787) 823-1197
Resources & Links
District
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION- District Enrollment
- 240,910
- Schools in District
- 858
- District Rank
- #149 of 842
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