Serving 299 students in grades 9-12, Maria Teresa Pineiro 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 30-34% (which is lower 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.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 299 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Graduation Rate: 60-64% (Btm 50% in PR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Maria Teresa Pineiro ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Puerto Rico for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Maria Teresa Pineiro's student population of 299 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
299 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Maria Teresa Pineiro 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 Maria Teresa Pineiro 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
#551 out of 839 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
21%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
36%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
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
60-64%
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 Maria Teresa Pineiro's ranking?
Maria Teresa Pineiro is ranked #551 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 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% PR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Maria Teresa Pineiro?
The graduation rate of Maria Teresa Pineiro is 60-64%, which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 74%.
How many students attend Maria Teresa Pineiro?
299 students attend Maria Teresa Pineiro.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Maria Teresa Pineiro students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Maria Teresa Pineiro?
Maria Teresa Pineiro has a student ration of 10:1, which is equal to the Puerto Rico state average of 10:1.
What grades does Maria Teresa Pineiro offer ?
Maria Teresa Pineiro offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Maria Teresa Pineiro part of?
Maria Teresa Pineiro is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
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