Serving 235 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Maria Dolores Faria 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 10-14% (which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 23%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 36%).
The student-teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the Puerto Rico state level of 10:1.
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 235 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PR
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Maria D. Faria serves the west part of Mayaguez, PR, covering an attendance zone of approximately 274.1 square miles. Families in this area typically drive 10-15 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 7.3 miles from the school to the zone's edge, while the furthest edge is about 58.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Maria Dolores Faria ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Puerto Rico for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Maria Dolores Faria's student population of 235 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
235 students
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
School Rankings
Maria Dolores Faria 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 Maria Dolores Faria 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
#694 out of 839 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
23%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
36%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
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
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)61.7%
42.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
14%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Maria Dolores Faria's ranking?
Maria Dolores Faria is ranked #694 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?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 23% PR state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% PR state average).
How many students attend Maria Dolores Faria?
235 students attend Maria Dolores Faria.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Maria Dolores Faria students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Maria Dolores Faria?
Maria Dolores Faria has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 10:1.
What grades does Maria Dolores Faria offer ?
Maria Dolores Faria offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Maria Dolores Faria part of?
Maria Dolores Faria is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
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