Dr. Pila

Carr Ponce A Guayanilla
Ponce, PR 00732
: 
2/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 294 students in grades 9-12, Dr. Pila 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 ≤10% (which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 23%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower 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.

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 294 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
  • : 40-44%
  • : Bottom 50% in PR
  • : ≤10% (Btm 50%)
  • : 20-24% (Btm 50%)
  • : 15-19% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education

School Overview

Dr. Pila's student population of 294 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
294 students

Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓

Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers

Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓

School Rankings

Dr. Pila 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 Dr. Pila 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.
This School
State Level (PR)
#674 out of 839 schools
(Bottom 50%)

Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓

≤10%
23%

Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓

20-24%
36%

Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓

15-19%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
10:1

Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓

Hispanic
100%
100%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓

All Ethnic Groups
100%
0.00
(21-22)
40-44%
74%
(21-22)
92.9%
45.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
74%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
14%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓

School Statewide Testing
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Dr. Pila's ranking?
Dr. Pila is ranked #674 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?
≤10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 23% PR state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% PR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Dr. Pila?
The graduation rate of Dr. Pila is 40-44%, which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 74%.
How many students attend Dr. Pila?
294 students attend Dr. Pila.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Dr. Pila students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dr. Pila?
Dr. Pila has a student ration of 10:1, which is equal to the Puerto Rico state average of 10:1.
What grades does Dr. Pila offer ?
Dr. Pila offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Dr. Pila part of?

School Reviews

5   10/10/2025
i love the school because i understand it in pa you can not understand
- Posted by Student/Alumni - merce
5   10/10/2025
On this day July 31st 2019 a few of the 1979 graduates celebrates the 40th year anniversary under the presidency of Mr. Mike Toro at Baha Principe Turquesa punta Cana, Dominican Republic. Congratulations and many blessings to all 510 graduates.
- Posted by Student/Alumni - Julio E. Quiones

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Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 294 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
  • : 40-44%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : ≤10% (Btm 50%)
  • : 20-24% (Btm 50%)
  • : 15-19% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education

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