Serving 453 students in grades 6-12, Dr. Maximo Donoso Sanchez ranks in the top 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 11% (which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 21%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 36%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Puerto Rico state level of 10:1.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 453 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Graduation Rate: 75-79% (Top 50% in PR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dr. Maximo Donoso Sanchez ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Puerto Rico for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Dr. Maximo Donoso Sanchez's student population of 453 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
453 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Dr. Maximo Donoso Sanchez ranks within the top 50% of all 839 schools in Puerto Rico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dr. Maximo Donoso Sanchez 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
#367 out of 839 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
21%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
36%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
10:1
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
Graduation Rate
75-79%
74%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
85%
85%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dr. Maximo Donoso Sanchez's ranking?
Dr. Maximo Donoso Sanchez is ranked #367 out of 839 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Puerto Rico.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 21% PR state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% PR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Dr. Maximo Donoso Sanchez?
The graduation rate of Dr. Maximo Donoso Sanchez is 75-79%, which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 74%.
How many students attend Dr. Maximo Donoso Sanchez?
453 students attend Dr. Maximo Donoso Sanchez.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Dr. Maximo Donoso Sanchez students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Dr. Maximo Donoso Sanchez?
Dr. Maximo Donoso Sanchez has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 10:1.
What grades does Dr. Maximo Donoso Sanchez offer ?
Dr. Maximo Donoso Sanchez offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Dr. Maximo Donoso Sanchez part of?
Dr. Maximo Donoso Sanchez is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
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