Serving 294 students in grades 9-12, Miguel De Cervantes Saavedra 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 ≤5% (which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (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.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 100% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 294 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: 65-69% (Btm 50% in PR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Miguel De Cervantes Saavedra ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Puerto Rico for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Miguel De Cervantes Saavedra's student population of 294 students has declined by 37% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 34% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
294 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Miguel De Cervantes Saavedra 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 Miguel De Cervantes Saavedra is 0.02, which is more 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
#698 out of 836 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)≤5%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)30-34%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
n/a
Hispanic
99%
100%
Black
n/a
n/a
White
1%
n/a
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
n/a
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
65-69%
75%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
85%
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 Miguel De Cervantes Saavedra's ranking?
Miguel De Cervantes Saavedra is ranked #698 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?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% PR state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% PR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Miguel De Cervantes Saavedra?
The graduation rate of Miguel De Cervantes Saavedra is 65-69%, which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 75%.
How many students attend Miguel De Cervantes Saavedra?
294 students attend Miguel De Cervantes Saavedra.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Miguel De Cervantes Saavedra students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Miguel De Cervantes Saavedra?
Miguel De Cervantes Saavedra has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 11:1.
What grades does Miguel De Cervantes Saavedra offer ?
Miguel De Cervantes Saavedra offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Miguel De Cervantes Saavedra part of?
Miguel De Cervantes Saavedra is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
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