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Needs Improvement

#777 of 842 schools in PR

Emilio R. Delgado

High School · PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION

PO BOX 1807, Corozal, PR 00783

Enrollment

697

Student-Teacher

12.2:1

Score

3.9

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Puerto Rico schools

#777 of 842

In Corozal

#9 of 9

public schools

In district

#777 of 842

PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION

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Emilio R. Delgado

3.9/10

High School in Corozal · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Emilio R. Delgado

Emilio R. Delgado is a public high school in Corozal, PR, part of PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION. Emilio R.

Delgado serves approximately 697 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 12.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Emilio R. Delgado has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.9 out of 10 and ranks #777 of 842 schools in PR.

Structured state assessment records for Emilio R. Delgado show 5% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).

How it compares1.8 pts below district
  • This school 3.9 · Needs Improvement
  • District avg 5.7
  • PR avg 5.7

What Parents Should Know

The chronic absenteeism rate at Emilio R. Delgado was 78% 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

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress3.4Needs Improvement25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data9
Annual Change-0.72 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2018
TrendStable
Academics3.8Needs Improvement25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency2.5% (2018 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency37% (2018 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency20% (2018 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)39% (model expectation from 2018 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-19.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile19th
College Readiness5.2Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate71%
AP Participation3.7%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment2.9Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.2:1
Chronic Absenteeism77.6%

Emilio R. Delgado — Students at Emilio R. Delgado score 20% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

91.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores PR EDFACTS (2017-18)

Math Proficiency 5.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2018)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 36.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2018)
School
State
N/A

Based on 18 test records from PR state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
8%
ELA
41%
2011
Math
0.5%
ELA
37%
2012
Math
10%
ELA
40%
2013
Math
11%
ELA
36%
2014
Math
7%
ELA
30%
2015
Math
3%
ELA
41%
2016
Math
0.5%
ELA
44%
2017
Math
2.5%
ELA
22%
2018
Math
2.5%
ELA
37%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 3.4/10.

How Emilio R. Delgado Compares

See how Emilio R. Delgado performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
3.9/10
8th percentile in PR
Academic
3.8/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
3.4/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
2.9/10
Needs Improvement
AP Courses
1
State avg: 1
Advanced STEM
4/5
Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
91%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
57 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
77.6%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs1 AP course offered
3.7% participation·State avg: 1 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses4 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

PO BOX 1807, Corozal, PR 00783

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Emilio R. Delgado may also want to explore other high schools in the area. PABLO DAVID BURGOS MARRERO (rated 7.5/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, LADISLAO MARTINEZ (rated 5.4/10, 4.8 miles away, in nearby Vega Alta), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Corozal, see our Corozal schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.4 mi
School Distance Rating
MANUEL BOU GALI Corozal 0.2 mi 5.0
PABLO DAVID BURGOS MARRERO Corozal 0.8 mi 7.5
FIDEL LOPEZ COLON Corozal 0.9 mi 4.3
GENARO BOU Corozal 1.4 mi 7.0
NICOLAS RODRIGUEZ Corozal 1.9 mi 7.1
JULIAN MARRERO Corozal 2.1 mi 6.5
INTERMEDIA BO. QUEBRADA ARENAS Toa Baja 2.9 mi 8.3
JOSE R. BARRERAS Morovis 3.4 mi 6.6
ADOLFO GARCIA Naranjito 3.8 mi 3.9
DR. JOSE PADIN COROZAL Corozal 4.0 mi 6.2
ELISA DAVILA VAZQUEZ Vega Alta 4.3 mi 7.0
LADISLAO MARTINEZ Vega Alta 4.8 mi 5.4
ALEJANDRO JR. CRUZ Toa Alta 4.6 mi 4.3
IGNACIO MIRANDA Vega Alta 4.9 mi 9.4
ANTONIO PAOLI VEGA ALTA Vega Alta 5.0 mi 8.7
APOLO SAN ANTONIO Vega Alta 5.0 mi 4.7
ELEMENTAL URBANA DE VEGA ALTA Vega Alta 5.1 mi 5.4
DEMETRIO RIVERA Corozal 5.1 mi 4.9
COLEEN VAZQUEZ URRUTIA Naranjito 5.1 mi 5.0
RAFAEL HERNANDEZ VEGA ALTA Vega Alta 5.4 mi 9.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 00783 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$24,429

Median Home Value

$118,300

Median Rent

$527/mo

Population

34,266

College Educated

21.8%

Homeownership

75.4%

Avg Commute

34.6 min

Poverty Rate

43.4%

Median Age

42.6

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School Rating
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FRANCISCO OLLER Toa Baja, PR 4.1
TOMAS (MASO) RIVERA MORALES Toa Alta, PR 4.1
PEDRO FALU ORELLANO Rio Grande, PR 4.2
VENUS GARDENS Trujillo Alto, PR 4.2
ANA ROQUE DE DUPREY Humacao, PR 3.4

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Emilio R. Delgado

What grades does Emilio R. Delgado serve?

Emilio R. Delgado serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Emilio R. Delgado?

Emilio R. Delgado has an enrollment of approximately 697 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Emilio R. Delgado?

The student-teacher ratio at Emilio R. Delgado is 12.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Emilio R. Delgado rank in PR?

Emilio R. Delgado ranks #777 of 842 schools in PR.

What is Emilio R. Delgado's MySchoolScout rating?

Emilio R. Delgado has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.9 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 Emilio R. Delgado?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Emilio R. Delgado has 5% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).

Is Emilio R. Delgado a charter school?

No, Emilio R. Delgado is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Emilio R. Delgado a Title I school?

No, Emilio R. Delgado is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Emilio R. Delgado?

91.1% of students at Emilio R. Delgado qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
697
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
57
Free/Reduced Lunch
91.1%
Type
vocational
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Corozal Municipio
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
77.6%
4-Year Graduation
71.0%

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academics, and learning environment — plus college readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, with growth counting most in elementary and middle grades. Equity data is shown for context but is not factored into the score. Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

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