Serving 886 students in grades 9-12, Manuel Mendez Liciaga 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 ≤1% (which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 23%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 33% (which is lower 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 (26-27)
- School Type: Vocational school / Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 886 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Graduation Rate: 73%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PR
- Math Proficiency: ≤1% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Manuel Mendez Liciaga's student population of 886 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 76 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
886 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
76 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Manuel Mendez Liciaga 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 Manuel Mendez Liciaga 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
#688 out of 839 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤1%
23%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
36%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
10:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
100%
100%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(21-22)73%
74%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)100%
42.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
74%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Manuel Mendez Liciaga's ranking?
Manuel Mendez Liciaga is ranked #688 out of 839 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Puerto Rico.
What schools are Manuel Mendez Liciaga often compared to?
Manuel Mendez Liciagais often viewed alongside schools like Patria Latorre Ramirez by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤1% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 23% PR state average), while 33% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% PR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Manuel Mendez Liciaga?
The graduation rate of Manuel Mendez Liciaga is 73%, which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 74%.
How many students attend Manuel Mendez Liciaga?
886 students attend Manuel Mendez Liciaga.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Manuel Mendez Liciaga students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Manuel Mendez Liciaga?
Manuel Mendez Liciaga has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 10:1.
What grades does Manuel Mendez Liciaga offer ?
Manuel Mendez Liciaga offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Manuel Mendez Liciaga part of?
Manuel Mendez Liciaga is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
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