Serving 178 students in grades 9-12, Lila Maria Mercedes Mayoral 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 ≤10% (which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-29% (which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the Puerto Rico state level of 11:1.
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 178 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Graduation Rate: 60-69% (Btm 50% in PR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤10% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lila Maria Mercedes Mayoral ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Puerto Rico for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Lila Maria Mercedes Mayoral's student population of 178 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
178 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Lila Maria Mercedes Mayoral 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 Lila Maria Mercedes Mayoral 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
#748 out of 836 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)≤10%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)20-29%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
7:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
n/a
Hispanic
99%
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
Graduation Rate
60-69%
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: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lila Maria Mercedes Mayoral's ranking?
Lila Maria Mercedes Mayoral is ranked #748 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?
≤10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% PR state average), while 20-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% PR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Lila Maria Mercedes Mayoral?
The graduation rate of Lila Maria Mercedes Mayoral is 60-69%, which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 75%.
How many students attend Lila Maria Mercedes Mayoral?
178 students attend Lila Maria Mercedes Mayoral.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Lila Maria Mercedes Mayoral students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lila Maria Mercedes Mayoral?
Lila Maria Mercedes Mayoral has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 11:1.
What grades does Lila Maria Mercedes Mayoral offer ?
Lila Maria Mercedes Mayoral offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Lila Maria Mercedes Mayoral part of?
Lila Maria Mercedes Mayoral is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
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