Very Good
#285 of 842 schools in PR
Top 34% in state
Jose Mercado
School · PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
PO BOX 9951 MARIOLGA, Caguas, PR 00725
Enrollment
199
Student-Teacher
10.5:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 9th
Enrollment
199
Student-Teacher
10.5:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 9th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Puerto Rico schools
#285 of 842
In Caguas
#11 of 32
public schools
In district
#285 of 842
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
School environment
9.7 / 10
Excellent
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About Jose Mercado
Jose Mercado is a public school in Caguas, PR, part of PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION. Jose Mercado serves approximately 199 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-9th, and has a 10.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Jose Mercado has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #285 of 842 schools in PR.
Structured state assessment records for Jose Mercado show 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
- This school 7.2 · Very Good
- District avg 6.3
- PR avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 199 students, Jose Mercado is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Score Breakdown
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Jose Mercado — Students at Jose Mercado score 62% proficient, which is above 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: 8.8/10.
How Jose Mercado Compares
See how Jose Mercado performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
PO BOX 9951 MARIOLGA, Caguas, PR 00725
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Jose Mercado may also want to explore other schools in the area. PAULA MOJICA (rated 9.1/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ROSA C. BENITEZ (rated 8.8/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, JUSTINA VAZQUEZ MENDOZA (rated 8.7/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Caguas, see our Caguas schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| INES MARIA MENDOZA CAGUAS Caguas | 0.5 mi | 7.2 |
| VIDAL SERRANO Gurabo | 1.1 mi | 6.8 |
| ABELARDO DIAZ MORALES Caguas | 1.2 mi | 4.7 |
| BENITA GONZALEZ QUINONES Caguas | 1.2 mi | 8.3 |
| NICOLAS AGUAYO ALDEA Caguas | 1.4 mi | 6.9 |
| JUSTINA VAZQUEZ MENDOZA Caguas | 1.3 mi | 8.7 |
| REPUBLICA DE COSTA RICA Caguas | 1.4 mi | 7.4 |
| GERARDO SELLES SOLA CAGUAS Caguas | 1.4 mi | 8.0 |
| LUIS RAMOS GONZALEZ Caguas | 1.5 mi | 2.7 |
| JOSE GAUTIER BENITEZ CAGUAS Caguas | 1.5 mi | 4.5 |
| MANUELA TORO MORICE Caguas | 1.6 mi | 5.9 |
| LUIS MUNOZ RIVERA CAGUAS Caguas | 1.6 mi | 6.9 |
| ANTONIO S PEDREIRA - PRETECNICA Caguas | 1.7 mi | 4.6 |
| PAULA MOJICA Caguas | 1.8 mi | 9.1 |
| DIEGO VAZQUEZ Caguas | 1.9 mi | 4.4 |
| ROSA C. BENITEZ Caguas | 1.9 mi | 8.8 |
| PEPITA GARRIGA Caguas | 2.2 mi | 8.5 |
| FELIPE RIVERA CENTENO Caguas | 2.2 mi | 5.0 |
| MYRNA M. FUENTES Caguas | 2.2 mi | 6.7 |
| SANDALIO MARCANO Caguas | 2.4 mi | 6.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 00725 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$27,505
Median Home Value
$139,900
Median Rent
$558/mo
Population
76,246
College Educated
30.5%
Homeownership
64.2%
Avg Commute
29.5 min
Poverty Rate
39.6%
Median Age
45.3
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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
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| JUAN B. SOTO Aguada, PR | 7.2 |
| MARIA DAVILA SEMIDEY Patillas, PR | 7.3 |
| RAMON MARIN Ponce, PR | 7.0 |
| LA ESPERANZA San Juan, PR | 7.5 |
| MARIA L. MCDOUGALL Guanica, PR | 7.5 |
| JOSE PADIN Salinas, PR | 7.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Jose Mercado
What grades does Jose Mercado serve?
Jose Mercado serves students in grades Kindergarten through 9th.
How many students attend Jose Mercado?
Jose Mercado has an enrollment of approximately 199 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Jose Mercado?
The student-teacher ratio at Jose Mercado is 10.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Jose Mercado rank in PR?
Jose Mercado ranks #285 of 842 schools in PR.
What is Jose Mercado's MySchoolScout rating?
Jose Mercado has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 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 Jose Mercado?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Jose Mercado has 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
Is Jose Mercado a charter school?
No, Jose Mercado is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Jose Mercado a Title I school?
No, Jose Mercado is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Jose Mercado?
91.0% of students at Jose Mercado 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
- 15 Car-Dependent
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 9th
- Enrollment
- 199
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 19
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 91.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Caguas Municipio
- Phone
- (787) 746-7858
Resources & Links
District
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION- District Enrollment
- 240,910
- Schools in District
- 858
- District Rank
- #285 of 842
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