Serving 449 students in grades 8-12, Ladislao Martinez 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 30-34% (which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 36%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Puerto Rico state level of 10:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 8-12
- Enrollment: 449 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Graduation Rate: 65-69%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PR
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ladislao Martinez ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Puerto Rico for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Ladislao Martinez's student population of 449 students has declined by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 8-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
449 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
School Rankings
Ladislao Martinez 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 Ladislao Martinez 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
#571 out of 839 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
23%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
36%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
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)65-69%
74%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
85%
85%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ladislao Martinez's ranking?
Ladislao Martinez is ranked #571 out of 839 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Puerto Rico.
What schools are Ladislao Martinez often compared to?
Ladislao Martinezis often viewed alongside schools like Superior Ileana De Gracia, Juan Quirindongo Morell by visitors of our site.
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 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% PR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Ladislao Martinez?
The graduation rate of Ladislao Martinez is 65-69%, which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 74%.
How many students attend Ladislao Martinez?
449 students attend Ladislao Martinez.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Ladislao Martinez students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ladislao Martinez?
Ladislao Martinez has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 10:1.
What grades does Ladislao Martinez offer ?
Ladislao Martinez offers enrollment in grades 8-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ladislao Martinez part of?
Ladislao Martinez is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
In what neighborhood is Ladislao Martinez located?
Ladislao Martinez is located in the Las Colinas neighborhood of Vega Alta, PR. There are 1 other public schools located in Las Colinas.
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