Serving 175 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Concepcion Mendez Cano ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Puerto Rico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 23%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than 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 Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 175 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PR
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Concepcion Mendez Cano ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Puerto Rico for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Concepcion Mendez Cano's student population of 175 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
175 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Rankings
Concepcion Mendez Cano 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 Concepcion Mendez Cano 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
#558 out of 839 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
23%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
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
85%
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 Concepcion Mendez Cano's ranking?
Concepcion Mendez Cano is ranked #558 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?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 23% PR state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% PR state average).
How many students attend Concepcion Mendez Cano?
175 students attend Concepcion Mendez Cano.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Concepcion Mendez Cano students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Concepcion Mendez Cano?
Concepcion Mendez Cano has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 10:1.
What grades does Concepcion Mendez Cano offer ?
Concepcion Mendez Cano offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Concepcion Mendez Cano part of?
Concepcion Mendez Cano is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
In what neighborhood is Concepcion Mendez Cano located?
Concepcion Mendez Cano is located in the Turabo Gardens neighborhood of Caguas, PR.
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