Serving 162 students in grades 6-8, Mercedes Garcia De Colorado 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 6% (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 (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 162 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PR
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 6% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mercedes Garcia De Colorado's student population of 162 students has declined by 37% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
162 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
School Rankings
Mercedes Garcia De Colorado 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 Mercedes Garcia De Colorado 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
#817 out of 839 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
23%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
6%
36%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
10:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Hispanic
100%
100%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)92%
42.3%
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 Mercedes Garcia De Colorado's ranking?
Mercedes Garcia De Colorado is ranked #817 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?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 23% PR state average), while 6% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% PR state average).
How many students attend Mercedes Garcia De Colorado?
162 students attend Mercedes Garcia De Colorado.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Mercedes Garcia De Colorado students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mercedes Garcia De Colorado?
Mercedes Garcia De Colorado has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 10:1.
What grades does Mercedes Garcia De Colorado offer ?
Mercedes Garcia De Colorado offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mercedes Garcia De Colorado part of?
Mercedes Garcia De Colorado is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
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