Very Good
#249 of 842 schools in PR
Top 30% in state
Maria L. Mcdougall
School · PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
PO BOX 599, Guanica, PR 00653
Enrollment
141
Student-Teacher
8.3:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 11th
Enrollment
141
Student-Teacher
8.3:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 11th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Puerto Rico schools
#249 of 842
In Guanica
#3 of 6
public schools
In district
#249 of 842
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
Academic growth
9.4 / 10
Excellent
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About Maria L. Mcdougall
Maria L. Mcdougall is a public school in Guanica, PR, part of PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION. Maria L.
Mcdougall serves approximately 141 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-11th, and has a 8.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Maria L. Mcdougall has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #249 of 842 schools in PR.
Structured state assessment records for Maria L. Mcdougall show 61% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
- This school 7.5 · Very Good
- District avg 6.3
- PR avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 141 students, Maria L. Mcdougall 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.
With a student-teacher ratio of 8.3:1, Maria L. Mcdougall 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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Maria L. Mcdougall — Students at Maria L. Mcdougall score 77% proficient, which is above 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
↑ ImprovingAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.4/10.
How Maria L. Mcdougall Compares
See how Maria L. Mcdougall performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
PO BOX 599, Guanica, PR 00653
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Maria L. Mcdougall may also want to explore other schools in the area. ELSA E. COUTO ANNONI (rated 9.5/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is BENICIA VELEZ (rated 9.4/10, 4.8 miles away, in nearby Yauco), which scores notably higher. Additionally, INES MARIA MENDOZA YAUCO (rated 9.3/10, 4.7 miles away, in nearby Yauco), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Guanica, see our Guanica schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 6.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| AGRIPINA SEDA Guanica | 0.2 mi | 5.0 |
| AUREA E. QUILES CLAUDIO Guanica | 0.3 mi | 5.6 |
| ELSA E. COUTO ANNONI Guanica | 1.4 mi | 9.5 |
| LUIS MUNOZ RIVERA GUANICA Guanica | 2.0 mi | 8.9 |
| JOSE RODRIGUEZ SOTO Lajas | 1.9 mi | 4.2 |
| LUIS A. FERRE AGUAYO Yauco | 3.6 mi | 7.1 |
| MAGUEYES II Guanica | 3.7 mi | 5.3 |
| INES MARIA MENDOZA YAUCO Yauco | 4.7 mi | 9.3 |
| BENICIA VELEZ Yauco | 4.8 mi | 9.4 |
| LOAIZA CORDERO DEL ROSARIO Yauco | 4.8 mi | 6.2 |
| PROFESORA LUISA MONSEGUR VELEZ Yauco | 4.9 mi | 9.3 |
| DAVID ANTONGIORGI CORDOVA Sabana Grande | 5.0 mi | 7.4 |
| SUPERIOR OCUPACIONAL Y TECNICA DE YAUCO Yauco | 5.3 mi | 6.0 |
| JOSE ONOFRE TORRES Yauco | 5.4 mi | 4.5 |
| ERNESTO RAMOS ANTONINI YAUCO Yauco | 5.6 mi | 9.3 |
| ARTURO LLUBERAS Yauco | 5.6 mi | 8.6 |
| LUIS MUNOZ RIVERA YAUCO Yauco | 5.6 mi | 7.7 |
| ELVIRA VICENTE Yauco | 5.6 mi | 5.8 |
| SANTIAGO NEGRONI Yauco | 5.7 mi | 8.0 |
| ALMACIGO ALTO II Yauco | 6.3 mi | 8.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 00653 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$15,225
Median Home Value
$80,400
Median Rent
$326/mo
Population
8,665
College Educated
15.3%
Homeownership
68.5%
Poverty Rate
66.2%
Median Age
45.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| LA ESPERANZA San Juan, PR | 7.5 |
| JOSE PADIN Salinas, PR | 7.6 |
| LUDOVICO COSTOSO Bayamon, PR | 7.2 |
| RAMON MARIN Ponce, PR | 7.0 |
| FEDERICO DEGETAU II Aibonito, PR | 6.8 |
| DALILA TORRES Guayanilla, PR | 6.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Maria L. Mcdougall
What grades does Maria L. Mcdougall serve?
Maria L. Mcdougall serves students in grades Kindergarten through 11th.
How many students attend Maria L. Mcdougall?
Maria L. Mcdougall has an enrollment of approximately 141 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Maria L. Mcdougall?
The student-teacher ratio at Maria L. Mcdougall is 8.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Maria L. Mcdougall rank in PR?
Maria L. Mcdougall ranks #249 of 842 schools in PR.
What is Maria L. Mcdougall's MySchoolScout rating?
Maria L. Mcdougall has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 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 Maria L. Mcdougall?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Maria L. Mcdougall has 61% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
Is Maria L. Mcdougall a charter school?
No, Maria L. Mcdougall is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Maria L. Mcdougall a Title I school?
No, Maria L. Mcdougall is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Maria L. Mcdougall?
90.8% of students at Maria L. Mcdougall 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
- 33 Car-Dependent
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 11th
- Enrollment
- 141
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 17
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 90.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Town
- County
- Guánica Municipio
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 2.8%
- Phone
- (787) 821-6066
Resources & Links
District
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION- District Enrollment
- 240,910
- Schools in District
- 858
- District Rank
- #249 of 842
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