Serving 759 students in grades 8-12, Domingo Aponte Collazo 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 12:1 is higher than the Puerto Rico state level of 10:1.
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 8-12
- Enrollment: 759 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Graduation Rate: 76%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PR
- Math Proficiency: 5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Domingo Aponte Collazo ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Puerto Rico for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Domingo Aponte Collazo's student population of 759 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 66 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 8-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
759 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
66 teachers
School Rankings
Domingo Aponte Collazo 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 Domingo Aponte Collazo 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
#439 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)
45-49%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
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
Graduation Rate
(21-22)76%
74%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
85%
85%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Domingo Aponte Collazo's ranking?
Domingo Aponte Collazo is ranked #439 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 Domingo Aponte Collazo?
The graduation rate of Domingo Aponte Collazo is 76%, which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 74%.
How many students attend Domingo Aponte Collazo?
759 students attend Domingo Aponte Collazo.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Domingo Aponte Collazo students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Domingo Aponte Collazo?
Domingo Aponte Collazo has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 10:1.
What grades does Domingo Aponte Collazo offer ?
Domingo Aponte Collazo offers enrollment in grades 8-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Domingo Aponte Collazo part of?
Domingo Aponte Collazo is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
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