Serving 340 students in grades 6-8, Jardines De 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 32% (which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 36%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Puerto Rico state level of 10:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 340 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PR
- Math Proficiency: 5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
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Jardines De 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
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Jardines De Ponce's student population of 340 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
340 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Jardines De 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 Jardines De 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
#568 out of 839 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
5%
23%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
36%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
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
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions What is Jardines De Ponce's ranking?
Jardines De Ponce is ranked #568 out of 839 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Puerto Rico.
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 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% PR state average).
How many students attend Jardines De Ponce?
340 students attend Jardines De Ponce.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Jardines De Ponce students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jardines De Ponce?
Jardines De Ponce has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 10:1.
What grades does Jardines De Ponce offer ?
Jardines De Ponce offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Jardines De Ponce part of?
Jardines De Ponce is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
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