Serving 192 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Jose Mercado ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Puerto Rico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 23%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 36%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is higher than the Puerto Rico state level of 10:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 100% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 192 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in PR
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jose Mercado ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Puerto Rico for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Jose Mercado's student population of 192 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 38% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
192 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
School Rankings
Jose Mercado ranks within the top 30% of all 839 schools in Puerto Rico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jose Mercado is 0.04, 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
#177 out of 839 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
23%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
36%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
10:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Hispanic
98%
100%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
White
2%
n/a
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(21-22)1%
45.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
77%
74%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 18-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jose Mercado's ranking?
Jose Mercado is ranked #177 out of 839 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Puerto Rico.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 23% PR state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% PR state average).
How many students attend Jose Mercado?
192 students attend Jose Mercado.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Jose Mercado students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jose Mercado?
Jose Mercado has a student ration of 11:1, which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 10:1.
What grades does Jose Mercado offer ?
Jose Mercado offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Jose Mercado part of?
Jose Mercado is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
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