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#361 of 842 schools in PR
Top 43% in state
Dr. Pila
High School · PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
PO BOX 238, Ponce, PR 00732
Enrollment
278
Student-Teacher
9.6:1
Score
6.7
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
278
Student-Teacher
9.6:1
Score
6.7
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Puerto Rico schools
#361 of 842
In Ponce
#18 of 38
public schools
In district
#361 of 842
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
School environment
9.7 / 10
Excellent
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About Dr. Pila
Dr. Pila is a public high school in Ponce, PR, part of PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION. Dr.
Pila serves approximately 278 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 9.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Dr. Pila has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #361 of 842 schools in PR.
Structured state assessment records for Dr. Pila show 3% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
- This school 6.7 · Average
- District avg 5.7
- PR avg 5.7
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Dr. Pila sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
At 9.6:1 students to teachers, Dr. Pila sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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Dr. Pila — Students at Dr. Pila score 22% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
91%
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: 7.2/10.
How Dr. Pila Compares
See how Dr. Pila 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 238, Ponce, PR 00732
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Dr. Pila may also want to explore other high schools in the area. BERNARDINO CORDERO BERNARD (rated 6.7/10, 0.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, PONCE HIGH SCHOOL (rated 4.9/10, 1.2 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Ponce, see our Ponce schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| JAIME L. DREW Ponce | 0.2 mi | 7.9 |
| BERNARDINO CORDERO BERNARD Ponce | 0.3 mi | 6.7 |
| EDUARDO NEUMANN GANDIA Ponce | 0.3 mi | 6.4 |
| ANTONIO PAOLI PONCE Ponce | 0.4 mi | 3.5 |
| JUAN CUEVAS ABOY Ponce | 0.6 mi | 8.7 |
| LIBRADO NET Ponce | 0.6 mi | 9.1 |
| DR. JOSE CELSO BARBOSA PONCE Ponce | 0.8 mi | 7.1 |
| HEMETERIO COLON Ponce | 0.8 mi | 5.9 |
| JULIO ALVARADO TRICOCHE Ponce | 1.1 mi | 7.2 |
| ABRAHAM LINCOLN PONCE Ponce | 1.2 mi | 8.6 |
| PONCE HIGH SCHOOL Ponce | 1.2 mi | 4.9 |
| LUCY GRILLASCA Ponce | 1.4 mi | 4.7 |
| DR. RAFAEL PUJALS Ponce | 1.3 mi | 5.8 |
| EUGENIO LE COMPTE BENITEZ Ponce | 1.4 mi | 5.2 |
| ISMAEL MALDONADO LUGARO Ponce | 1.5 mi | 6.0 |
| ANDRES GRILLASCA SALAS Ponce | 1.7 mi | 4.4 |
| RAMON MARIN Ponce | 1.7 mi | 7.0 |
| CARMEN SOLA DE PEDREIRA Ponce | 1.9 mi | 8.3 |
| RODULFO DEL VALLE Ponce | 1.9 mi | 8.4 |
| SANTA TERESITA Ponce | 2.2 mi | 8.2 |
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ANA J. CANDELAS Cidra, PR | 6.7 |
| BONIFACIO SANCHEZ JIMENEZ Aibonito, PR | 6.8 |
| EUGENIO GUERRA CRUZ Salinas, PR | 6.8 |
| RAMON QUINONES MEDINA Yabucoa, PR | 6.8 |
| JUANA COLON Comerio, PR | 6.5 |
| LAURA MERCADO San German, PR | 6.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Dr. Pila
What grades does Dr. Pila serve?
Dr. Pila serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Dr. Pila?
Dr. Pila has an enrollment of approximately 278 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Dr. Pila?
The student-teacher ratio at Dr. Pila is 9.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Dr. Pila rank in PR?
Dr. Pila ranks #361 of 842 schools in PR.
What is Dr. Pila's MySchoolScout rating?
Dr. Pila has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 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. Pila?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Dr. Pila has 3% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
Is Dr. Pila a charter school?
No, Dr. Pila is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Dr. Pila a Title I school?
No, Dr. Pila is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Dr. Pila?
91.0% of students at Dr. Pila qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
- Walk Score
- 67 Somewhat Walkable
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 278
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 29
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 91.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Ponce Municipio
- Phone
- (787) 840-4800
- 4-Year Graduation
- 52.0%
Resources & Links
District
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION- District Enrollment
- 240,910
- Schools in District
- 858
- District Rank
- #361 of 842
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