Serving 221 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 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 21%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 36%).
The student:teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Puerto Rico state level of 10:1.
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 (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 221 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: 60-64% (Btm 50% in PR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science 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
Student Attention
School Overview
Miguel De Cervantes Saavedra's student population of 221 students has declined by 53% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 36% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
221 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Rankings
Miguel De Cervantes Saavedra 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 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
#551 out of 839 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
21%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
36%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
10:1
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
60-64%
74%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
85%
85%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Miguel De Cervantes Saavedra's ranking?
Miguel De Cervantes Saavedra is ranked #551 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 21% PR state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% PR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Miguel De Cervantes Saavedra?
The graduation rate of Miguel De Cervantes Saavedra is 60-64%, which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 74%.
How many students attend Miguel De Cervantes Saavedra?
221 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 8:1, which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 10:1.
What grades does Miguel De Cervantes Saavedra offer ?
Miguel De Cervantes Saavedra offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
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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