Serving 81 students in grades 6-8, Antonio Paoli Ponce ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Puerto Rico for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤5% (which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 23%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is approximately equal to the Puerto Rico state average of 36%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Puerto Rico state level of 10:1.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 81 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PR
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Antonio Paoli Ponce ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Puerto Rico for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Antonio Paoli Ponce's student population of 81 students has declined by 36% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has declined by 40% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
81 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
School Rankings
Antonio Paoli Ponce ranks within the bottom 50% of all 839 schools in Puerto Rico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Antonio Paoli Ponce is 0.00, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.01. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#501 out of 839 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
23%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
36%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
10:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
n/a
Hispanic
100%
100%
Black
n/a
n/a
White
n/a
n/a
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
n/a
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
85%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Antonio Paoli Ponce's ranking?
Antonio Paoli Ponce is ranked #501 out of 839 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Puerto Rico.
What schools are Antonio Paoli Ponce often compared to?
Antonio Paoli Ponceis often viewed alongside schools like Superior Jardines De Ponce by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 23% PR state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% PR state average).
How many students attend Antonio Paoli Ponce?
81 students attend Antonio Paoli Ponce.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Antonio Paoli Ponce students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Antonio Paoli Ponce?
Antonio Paoli Ponce has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 10:1.
What grades does Antonio Paoli Ponce offer ?
Antonio Paoli Ponce offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Antonio Paoli Ponce part of?
Antonio Paoli Ponce is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
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