Serving 199 students in grades Kindergarten-9, Jose Mercado ranks in the top 30% 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 20-24% (which is approximately equal to the Puerto Rico state average of 21%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 36%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is equal to the Puerto Rico state level of 10:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 100% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-9
- Enrollment: 199 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in PR
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jose Mercado ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Puerto Rico for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Jose Mercado's student population of 199 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 26% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-9
Total Students
199 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Jose Mercado ranks within the top 30% of all 839 schools in Puerto Rico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jose Mercado is 0.04, 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
#233 out of 839 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
21%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
36%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
10:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
n/a
Hispanic
98%
100%
Black
n/a
n/a
White
2%
n/a
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
n/a
All Ethnic Groups
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 Jose Mercado's ranking?
Jose Mercado is ranked #233 out of 839 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Puerto Rico.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 21% PR state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% PR state average).
How many students attend Jose Mercado?
199 students attend Jose Mercado.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Jose Mercado students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Jose Mercado?
Jose Mercado has a student ration of 10:1, which is equal to the Puerto Rico state average of 10:1.
What grades does Jose Mercado offer ?
Jose Mercado offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-9
What school district is Jose Mercado part of?
Jose Mercado is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
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