Needs Improvement
#840 of 842 schools in PR
Mercedes Garcia De Colorado
Middle School · PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
PO BOX 0125, Catano, PR 00962
Enrollment
165
Student-Teacher
8.2:1
Score
2.6
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
165
Student-Teacher
8.2:1
Score
2.6
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Puerto Rico schools
#840 of 842
In Catano
#5 of 5
public schools
In district
#840 of 842
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
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About Mercedes Garcia De Colorado
Mercedes Garcia De Colorado is a public middle school in Catano, PR, part of PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION. Mercedes Garcia De Colorado serves approximately 165 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 8.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Mercedes Garcia De Colorado has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.6 out of 10 and ranks #840 of 842 schools in PR.
Structured state assessment records for Mercedes Garcia De Colorado show 10% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 26% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
- This school 2.6 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 4.7
- PR avg 4.7
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 165 students, Mercedes Garcia De Colorado 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 8.2:1, Mercedes Garcia De Colorado 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.
The chronic absenteeism rate at Mercedes Garcia De Colorado was 90% 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
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Mercedes Garcia De Colorado — Students at Mercedes Garcia De Colorado score 14% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 43%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
90.9%
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: 3.3/10.
How Mercedes Garcia De Colorado Compares
See how Mercedes Garcia De Colorado performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
PO BOX 0125, Catano, PR 00962
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mercedes Garcia De Colorado may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. DR. JOSE ANTONIO DAVILA (rated 5.5/10, 3.1 miles away, in nearby Bayamon), which scores notably higher. Another option is BASILIO MILAN HERNANDEZ (rated 5.3/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Toa Baja), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ONOFRE CARBALLEIRA (rated 3.0/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Catano, see our Catano schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ISAAC DEL ROSARIO Catano | 0.5 mi | 7.2 |
| FRANCISCO OLLER Toa Baja | 1.3 mi | 4.1 |
| ONOFRE CARBALLEIRA Catano | 1.4 mi | 3.0 |
| DR. EFRAIN SANCHEZ HIDALGO TOA BAJA Toa Baja | 1.5 mi | 8.6 |
| RAFAEL CORDERO CATANO Catano | 1.5 mi | 7.4 |
| CARMEN BARROSO MORALES Toa Baja | 1.6 mi | 9.8 |
| BASILIO MILAN HERNANDEZ Toa Baja | 1.7 mi | 5.3 |
| ROSALINA C. MARTINEZ - ALIANZA Catano | 1.9 mi | 4.9 |
| RAMON MORALES PENA Bayamon | 2.1 mi | 9.1 |
| DELIA DAVILA DE CABAN Toa Baja | 2.2 mi | 8.4 |
| LUIS MUNOZ RIVERA II Guaynabo | 2.2 mi | 4.7 |
| DR. PEDRO ALBIZU CAMPOS TOA BAJA Toa Baja | 2.4 mi | 5.2 |
| CACIQUE AGUEYBANA Bayamon | 2.5 mi | 7.9 |
| DR. AGUSTIN STAHL Bayamon | 2.6 mi | 5.0 |
| FRANCISCA DAVILA SEMPRIT Toa Baja | 2.5 mi | 3.8 |
| MARIA TERESA PINEIRO Toa Baja | 2.6 mi | 4.3 |
| LUDOVICO COSTOSO Bayamon | 2.8 mi | 7.2 |
| JUAN PONCE DE LEON GUAYNABO Guaynabo | 3.0 mi | 7.8 |
| DR. JOSE ANTONIO DAVILA Bayamon | 3.1 mi | 5.5 |
| FAUSTINO SANTIAGO MONTALVO Bayamon | 3.1 mi | 5.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 00962 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$20,134
Median Home Value
$118,700
Median Rent
$537/mo
Population
19,213
College Educated
18%
Homeownership
55.1%
Avg Commute
25.4 min
Poverty Rate
49.6%
Median Age
42.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| RAFAEL MARTINEZ NADAL GUAYNABO Guaynabo, PR | 2.5 |
| IRMA PEDRAZA RUIZ Ceiba, PR | 2.9 |
| ONOFRE CARBALLEIRA Catano, PR | 3.0 |
| ANTONIO VALERO BERNABE Fajardo, PR | 3.1 |
| JESUS T. PINERO MANATI Manati, PR | 2.1 |
| MARIANO FELIU BALSEIRO Bayamon, PR | 3.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mercedes Garcia De Colorado
What grades does Mercedes Garcia De Colorado serve?
Mercedes Garcia De Colorado serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Mercedes Garcia De Colorado?
Mercedes Garcia De Colorado has an enrollment of approximately 165 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mercedes Garcia De Colorado?
The student-teacher ratio at Mercedes Garcia De Colorado is 8.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Mercedes Garcia De Colorado rank in PR?
Mercedes Garcia De Colorado ranks #840 of 842 schools in PR.
What is Mercedes Garcia De Colorado's MySchoolScout rating?
Mercedes Garcia De Colorado has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.6 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 Mercedes Garcia De Colorado?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Mercedes Garcia De Colorado has 10% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 26% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
Is Mercedes Garcia De Colorado a charter school?
No, Mercedes Garcia De Colorado is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Mercedes Garcia De Colorado a Title I school?
No, Mercedes Garcia De Colorado is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Mercedes Garcia De Colorado?
90.9% of students at Mercedes Garcia De Colorado 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
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 165
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 20
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 90.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Cataño Municipio
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 90.3%
- Phone
- (787) 788-4025
Resources & Links
District
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION- District Enrollment
- 240,910
- Schools in District
- 858
- District Rank
- #840 of 842
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