Serving 167 students in grades 7-12, Gabriela Mistral Lares 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 15-19% (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.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 167 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Graduation Rate: 60-79% (Btm 50% in PR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gabriela Mistral Lares ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Puerto Rico for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Gabriela Mistral Lares's student population of 167 students has grown by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has grown by 31% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
167 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Gabriela Mistral Lares 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 Gabriela Mistral Lares 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
#765 out of 839 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
21%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
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
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
60-79%
74%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
85%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gabriela Mistral Lares's ranking?
Gabriela Mistral Lares is ranked #765 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 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% PR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Gabriela Mistral Lares?
The graduation rate of Gabriela Mistral Lares is 60-79%, which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 74%.
How many students attend Gabriela Mistral Lares?
167 students attend Gabriela Mistral Lares.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Gabriela Mistral Lares students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Gabriela Mistral Lares?
Gabriela Mistral Lares has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 10:1.
What grades does Gabriela Mistral Lares offer ?
Gabriela Mistral Lares offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Gabriela Mistral Lares part of?
Gabriela Mistral Lares is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
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