Needs Improvement
#775 of 842 schools in PR
Lila Maria Mercedes Mayoral
High School · PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
PO BOX 7336, Ponce, PR 00780
Enrollment
195
Student-Teacher
5.4:1
Score
3.9
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
195
Student-Teacher
5.4:1
Score
3.9
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Puerto Rico schools
#775 of 842
In Ponce
#37 of 38
public schools
In district
#775 of 842
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
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About Lila Maria Mercedes Mayoral
Lila Maria Mercedes Mayoral is a public high school in Ponce, PR, part of PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION. Lila Maria Mercedes Mayoral serves approximately 195 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 5.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Lila Maria Mercedes Mayoral has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.9 out of 10 and ranks #775 of 842 schools in PR.
Structured state assessment records for Lila Maria Mercedes Mayoral show 3% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
- This school 3.9 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.7
- PR avg 5.7
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 195 students, Lila Maria Mercedes Mayoral is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.
While current test scores at Lila Maria Mercedes Mayoral are below average, the school shows strong growth metrics — meaning students are making above-average progress year over year. This upward trajectory can be a positive indicator for families who value a school's ability to help students improve, even if absolute scores haven't caught up yet.
With a student-teacher ratio of 5.4:1, Lila Maria Mercedes Mayoral offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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Lila Maria Mercedes Mayoral — Students at Lila Maria Mercedes Mayoral score 15% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 45%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
90.8%
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
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.0/10.
How Lila Maria Mercedes Mayoral Compares
See how Lila Maria Mercedes Mayoral 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 7336, Ponce, PR 00780
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Lila Maria Mercedes Mayoral may also want to explore other high schools in the area. DR. PEDRO ALBIZU CAMPOS PONCE (rated 9.6/10, 0.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is BERNARDINO CORDERO BERNARD (rated 6.7/10, 2.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, DR. PILA (rated 6.7/10, 2.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Ponce, see our Ponce schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| DR. PEDRO ALBIZU CAMPOS PONCE Ponce | 0.1 mi | 9.6 |
| FERNANDO LUIS MALAVE OLIVERAS Ponce | 0.6 mi | 5.3 |
| JULIO ALVARADO TRICOCHE Ponce | 2.2 mi | 7.2 |
| CARMEN SOLA DE PEDREIRA Ponce | 2.2 mi | 8.3 |
| LUCY GRILLASCA Ponce | 2.3 mi | 4.7 |
| LIBRADO NET Ponce | 2.3 mi | 9.1 |
| EUGENIO LE COMPTE BENITEZ Ponce | 2.4 mi | 5.2 |
| BERNARDINO CORDERO BERNARD Ponce | 2.6 mi | 6.7 |
| EDUARDO NEUMANN GANDIA Ponce | 2.6 mi | 6.4 |
| DR. PILA Ponce | 2.8 mi | 6.7 |
| JAIME L. DREW Ponce | 2.9 mi | 7.9 |
| JUAN CUEVAS ABOY Ponce | 2.9 mi | 8.7 |
| ANTONIO PAOLI PONCE Ponce | 3.1 mi | 3.5 |
| DR. JOSE CELSO BARBOSA PONCE Ponce | 3.6 mi | 7.1 |
| SUPERIOR BETHZAIDA VELAZQUEZ Ponce | 3.7 mi | 6.2 |
| HEMETERIO COLON Ponce | 3.6 mi | 5.9 |
| ANGELA CORDERO BERNARD Ponce | 3.7 mi | 7.2 |
| ABRAHAM LINCOLN PONCE Ponce | 3.8 mi | 8.6 |
| JORGE LUCAS VALDIVIESO Penuelas | 3.8 mi | 7.0 |
| AUREA E. RIVERA COLLAZO Ponce | 4.0 mi | 7.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 00780 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$26,483
Median Home Value
$121,500
Median Rent
$745/mo
Population
13,612
College Educated
32.9%
Homeownership
86%
Avg Commute
23.3 min
Poverty Rate
40.6%
Median Age
39.9
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| DR. SANTIAGO VEVE CALZADA Fajardo, PR | 3.9 |
| RAFAEL MARIA DE LABRA San Juan, PR | 3.8 |
| LUIS MUNOZ MARIN YABUCOA Yabucoa, PR | 3.7 |
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| SALVADOR BRAU Carolina, PR | 4.3 |
| ALBERT EINSTEIN San Juan, PR | 3.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Lila Maria Mercedes Mayoral
What grades does Lila Maria Mercedes Mayoral serve?
Lila Maria Mercedes Mayoral serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Lila Maria Mercedes Mayoral?
Lila Maria Mercedes Mayoral has an enrollment of approximately 195 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Lila Maria Mercedes Mayoral?
The student-teacher ratio at Lila Maria Mercedes Mayoral is 5.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Lila Maria Mercedes Mayoral rank in PR?
Lila Maria Mercedes Mayoral ranks #775 of 842 schools in PR.
What is Lila Maria Mercedes Mayoral's MySchoolScout rating?
Lila Maria Mercedes Mayoral 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 Lila Maria Mercedes Mayoral?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Lila Maria Mercedes Mayoral has 3% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
Is Lila Maria Mercedes Mayoral a charter school?
No, Lila Maria Mercedes Mayoral is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Lila Maria Mercedes Mayoral a Title I school?
No, Lila Maria Mercedes Mayoral is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Lila Maria Mercedes Mayoral?
90.8% of students at Lila Maria Mercedes Mayoral 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
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 195
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 36
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 90.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Ponce Municipio
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 93.3%
- Phone
- (787) 843-1305
- 4-Year Graduation
- 64.5%
Resources & Links
District
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION- District Enrollment
- 240,910
- Schools in District
- 858
- District Rank
- #775 of 842
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