Serving 594 students in grades 9-12, Eugenio Maria De Hostos (Superior) 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 40-44% (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: 9-12
- Enrollment: 594 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Graduation Rate: 59% (Btm 50% in PR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Eugenio Maria De Hostos (Superior) ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Puerto Rico for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Eugenio Maria De Hostos (Superior)'s student population of 594 students has declined by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
594 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Eugenio Maria De Hostos (Superior) 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 Eugenio Maria De Hostos (Superior) 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
#438 out of 839 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
21%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
36%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
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
59%
74%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
85%
85%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Eugenio Maria De Hostos (Superior)'s ranking?
Eugenio Maria De Hostos (Superior) is ranked #438 out of 839 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Puerto Rico.
What schools are Eugenio Maria De Hostos (Superior) often compared to?
Eugenio Maria De Hostos (Superior)is often viewed alongside schools like Dr Pedro Perea Fajardo, Centro Residencial Oportunidades Educativas Mayaguez (Croem) by visitors of our site.
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 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% PR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Eugenio Maria De Hostos (Superior)?
The graduation rate of Eugenio Maria De Hostos (Superior) is 59%, which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 74%.
How many students attend Eugenio Maria De Hostos (Superior)?
594 students attend Eugenio Maria De Hostos (Superior).
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Eugenio Maria De Hostos (Superior) students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Eugenio Maria De Hostos (Superior)?
Eugenio Maria De Hostos (Superior) has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 10:1.
What grades does Eugenio Maria De Hostos (Superior) offer ?
Eugenio Maria De Hostos (Superior) offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Eugenio Maria De Hostos (Superior) part of?
Eugenio Maria De Hostos (Superior) is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
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