Serving 224 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 bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤10% (which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 21%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-39% (which is approximately equal to the Puerto Rico state average of 36%).
The student:teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the Puerto Rico state level of 10:1.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 224 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Graduation Rate: 70-79% (Top 50% in PR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 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
Most improved public schools
Student Attention
School Overview
Lila Maria Mercedes Mayoral's student population of 224 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 83% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
224 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Lila Maria Mercedes Mayoral 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 Lila Maria Mercedes Mayoral 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
#477 out of 839 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
21%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
36%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
7:1
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
70-79%
74%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
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 Lila Maria Mercedes Mayoral's ranking?
Lila Maria Mercedes Mayoral is ranked #477 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?
≤10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 21% PR state average), while 30-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% PR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Lila Maria Mercedes Mayoral?
The graduation rate of Lila Maria Mercedes Mayoral is 70-79%, which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 74%.
How many students attend Lila Maria Mercedes Mayoral?
224 students attend Lila Maria Mercedes Mayoral.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Lila Maria Mercedes Mayoral students are Hispanic.
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 10:1.
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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