Serving 236 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 top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 7% (which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20% (which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Puerto Rico state level of 11:1.
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 236 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PR
- Math Proficiency: 7% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mercedes Garcia De Colorado ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Puerto Rico for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Mercedes Garcia De Colorado's student population of 236 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
236 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Mercedes Garcia De Colorado ranks within the bottom 50% of all 836 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
#794 out of 836 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)7%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)20%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
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
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
86%
85%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) 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 #794 out of 836 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?
7% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% PR state average), while 20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% PR state average).
How many students attend Mercedes Garcia De Colorado?
236 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 10:1, which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 11:1.
What grades does Mercedes Garcia De Colorado offer ?
Mercedes Garcia De Colorado offers enrollment in grades 6-8
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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