PONCE HIGH SCHOOL

PONCE HIGH SCHOOL is a Title I public high school that is part of the PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION school district, located in PONCE, PR with about 850 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 52 teachers, PONCE HIGH SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 16:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

PONCE HIGH SCHOOL (Escuela Superior Ponce High) is a historic and iconic educational institution located in the heart of Ponce, Puerto Rico. Situated on Calle Cristina, the school is deeply integrated into the city’s urban core and is recognized for its architectural significance and long-standing role in the community. As a prominent public secondary school, it serves as a cornerstone of academic and extracurricular life for students in the southern region of the island, balancing traditional pedagogical values with the evolving needs of its student body.

Beyond its academic curriculum, PONCE HIGH SCHOOL is often celebrated for its cultural impact and school spirit. It has a rich history of producing graduates who go on to excel in various professional fields, reflecting the school's legacy as a place of ambition and civic pride. Its central location makes it a fixture of the Ponce landscape, often associated with the city's vibrant history and commitment to public education. For many in the region, the school is not just an educational facility but a symbol of the resilience and identity of the "Ciudad Señorial."

For more information, contact PONCE HIGH SCHOOL at (787) 842-4156 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

CALLE CRISTINA #37
PONCE, PR 00733
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PONCE HIGH SCHOOL is a public Title I school in PONCE, PR with about 850 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Puerto Rico

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
High School
Charter School:*
Not applicable
Total Students:
850
Teachers:
52
NSLP Status:1
Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
9th Grade
10th Grade
11th Grade
12th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 850 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending PONCE HIGH SCHOOL is predominantly Hispanic/Latino, representing about 100% of the student body.

Hispanic/Latino
100.0%

Female
53.5%
Male
46.5%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.