Serving 157 students in grades 7-12, Eduardo J. Saldana 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 40-44% (which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 36%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is equal to the Puerto Rico state level of 10:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 100% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 157 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: 60-79%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PR
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Eduardo J. Saldana ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Puerto Rico for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Diversity
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Eduardo J. Saldana's student population of 157 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
157 students
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
School Rankings
Eduardo J. Saldana 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 Eduardo J. Saldana is 0.02, which is more 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
#451 out of 839 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
23%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
36%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
10:1
Hispanic
99%
100%
White
1%
n/a
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(21-22)60-79%
74%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.5%
42.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
14%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Eduardo J. Saldana's ranking?
Eduardo J. Saldana is ranked #451 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 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% PR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Eduardo J. Saldana?
The graduation rate of Eduardo J. Saldana is 60-79%, which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 74%.
How many students attend Eduardo J. Saldana?
157 students attend Eduardo J. Saldana.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Eduardo J. Saldana students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Eduardo J. Saldana?
Eduardo J. Saldana has a student ration of 10:1, which is equal to the Puerto Rico state average of 10:1.
What grades does Eduardo J. Saldana offer ?
Eduardo J. Saldana offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Eduardo J. Saldana part of?
Eduardo J. Saldana is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
In what neighborhood is Eduardo J. Saldana located?
Eduardo J. Saldana is located in the Sabana Abajo Carolina Puerto Rico neighborhood of Carolina, PR. There are 3 other public schools located in Sabana Abajo Carolina Puerto Rico.
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