Very Good
#258 of 842 schools in PR
Top 31% in state
Dr. Maximo Donoso Sanchez
High School · PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
PO BOX 1407, Juana Diaz, PR 00795
Enrollment
439
Student-Teacher
11.9:1
Score
7.4
Grades
6th – 12th
Enrollment
439
Student-Teacher
11.9:1
Score
7.4
Grades
6th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Puerto Rico schools
#258 of 842
In Juana Diaz
#5 of 12
public schools
In district
#258 of 842
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
Academic growth
7.7 / 10
Very Good
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About Dr. Maximo Donoso Sanchez
Dr. Maximo Donoso Sanchez is a public high school in Juana Diaz, PR, part of PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION. Dr.
Maximo Donoso Sanchez serves approximately 439 students, and covers grades 6th-12th, and has a 11.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Dr. Maximo Donoso Sanchez has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10 and ranks #258 of 842 schools in PR.
Structured state assessment records for Dr. Maximo Donoso Sanchez show 6% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
- This school 7.4 · Very Good
- District avg 5.7
- PR avg 5.7
What Parents Should Know
The chronic absenteeism rate at Dr. Maximo Donoso Sanchez was 53% in the 2022-23 school year, which is above the national average. Chronic absenteeism (missing 15 or more school days) can affect classroom dynamics and pacing. Parents should ask about the school's attendance support programs and what resources are available to help families address barriers to consistent attendance.
Score Breakdown
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Dr. Maximo Donoso Sanchez — Students at Dr. Maximo Donoso Sanchez score 34% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
91.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores PR EDFACTS (2017-18)
Based on 18 test records from PR state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↑ ImprovingAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.7/10.
How Dr. Maximo Donoso Sanchez Compares
See how Dr. Maximo Donoso Sanchez performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
PO BOX 1407, Juana Diaz, PR 00795
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Dr. Maximo Donoso Sanchez may also want to explore other high schools in the area. SUPERIOR JUAN SERRALLES (rated 6.1/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby Ponce), a more accessible option. Another option is LUIS LLORENS TORRES JUANA DIAZ (rated 5.8/10, 2.4 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, CARMEN BELEN VEIGA (rated 5.6/10, 2.4 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Juana Diaz, see our Juana Diaz schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| DR. PEDRO ALBIZU CAMPOS JUANA DIAZ Juana Diaz | 0.9 mi | 5.5 |
| CAPITANEJO Ponce | 0.9 mi | 9.0 |
| PEDRO COLON SANTIAGO Juana Diaz | 2.3 mi | 7.9 |
| LLANOS DEL SUR Ponce | 2.3 mi | 8.7 |
| LUIS LLORENS TORRES JUANA DIAZ Juana Diaz | 2.4 mi | 5.8 |
| CARMEN BELEN VEIGA Juana Diaz | 2.4 mi | 5.6 |
| SUPERIOR JUAN SERRALLES Ponce | 2.4 mi | 6.1 |
| FELIPE COLON DIAZ Juana Diaz | 2.5 mi | 5.2 |
| INTERMEDIA JUAN SERRALLES Ponce | 2.5 mi | 4.8 |
| RUTHFORD B. HAYES Juana Diaz | 2.7 mi | 9.2 |
| MANUEL FERNANDEZ JUNCOS Juana Diaz | 2.8 mi | 6.3 |
| LUIS MUNOZ MARIN JUANA DIAZ Juana Diaz | 3.0 mi | 4.9 |
| JUAN SERAPIO MANGUAL Juana Diaz | 3.0 mi | 8.6 |
| JOSEFINA BOYA LEON Ponce | 3.8 mi | 7.0 |
| FRANCISCO PRADO PICART Juana Diaz | 4.4 mi | 3.7 |
| SUPERIOR JARDINES DE PONCE Ponce | 4.4 mi | 5.1 |
| JARDINES DE PONCE Ponce | 4.4 mi | 5.2 |
| HERMINIA GARCIA Ponce | 4.6 mi | 8.8 |
| ZOILO GRACIA Juana Diaz | 4.9 mi | 8.5 |
| ERNESTO RAMOS ANTONINI PONCE Ponce | 4.7 mi | 5.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 00795 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$23,391
Median Home Value
$102,200
Median Rent
$522/mo
Population
43,212
College Educated
27.6%
Homeownership
77.2%
Avg Commute
27.3 min
Poverty Rate
43.3%
Median Age
42.4
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| PABLO CASALS Bayamon, PR | 7.5 |
| PABLO DAVID BURGOS MARRERO Corozal, PR | 7.5 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Dr. Maximo Donoso Sanchez
What grades does Dr. Maximo Donoso Sanchez serve?
Dr. Maximo Donoso Sanchez serves students in grades 6th through 12th.
How many students attend Dr. Maximo Donoso Sanchez?
Dr. Maximo Donoso Sanchez has an enrollment of approximately 439 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Dr. Maximo Donoso Sanchez?
The student-teacher ratio at Dr. Maximo Donoso Sanchez is 11.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Dr. Maximo Donoso Sanchez rank in PR?
Dr. Maximo Donoso Sanchez ranks #258 of 842 schools in PR.
What is Dr. Maximo Donoso Sanchez's MySchoolScout rating?
Dr. Maximo Donoso Sanchez has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Dr. Maximo Donoso Sanchez?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Dr. Maximo Donoso Sanchez has 6% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
Is Dr. Maximo Donoso Sanchez a charter school?
No, Dr. Maximo Donoso Sanchez is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Dr. Maximo Donoso Sanchez a Title I school?
No, Dr. Maximo Donoso Sanchez is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Dr. Maximo Donoso Sanchez?
91.1% of students at Dr. Maximo Donoso Sanchez qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 439
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 37
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 91.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small Suburb
- County
- Juana Díaz Municipio
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 53.3%
- Phone
- (787) 260-4694
- 4-Year Graduation
- 84.5%
Resources & Links
District
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION- District Enrollment
- 240,910
- Schools in District
- 858
- District Rank
- #258 of 842
How We Rate Schools
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