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#672 of 842 schools in PR

Miguel Such

High School · PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION

ESQ AVE PINERO, San Juan, PR 00928

Enrollment

716

Student-Teacher

10.7:1

Score

4.7

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Puerto Rico schools

#672 of 842

In San Juan

#62 of 82

public schools

In district

#672 of 842

PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION

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Miguel Such

4.7/10

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

Gustavo A. Becquer

2.9/10

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5.0/10

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About Miguel Such

Miguel Such is a public high school in San Juan, PR, part of PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION. Miguel Such serves approximately 716 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 10.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Miguel Such has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10 and ranks #672 of 842 schools in PR.

Structured state assessment records for Miguel Such show 1% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).

How it compares1.0 pts below district
  • This school 4.7 · Below Average
  • District avg 5.7
  • PR avg 5.7

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at Miguel Such sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.

79% of students at Miguel Such were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress6.1Average25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data9
Annual Change+0.6 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2018
TrendStable
Academics2.5Needs Improvement25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency0.5% (2018 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency28% (2018 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency14% (2018 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)39% (model expectation from 2018 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-25.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile8th
College Readiness6.7Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate72%
AP Participation19.3%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment2.9Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.7:1
Chronic Absenteeism78.8%

Miguel Such — Students at Miguel Such score 14% 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 0.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2018)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 29.0% (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
0.5%
ELA
23%
2011
Math
0.5%
ELA
29%
2012
Math
0.5%
ELA
25%
2013
Math
0.5%
ELA
25%
2014
Math
0.5%
ELA
20%
2015
Math
0.5%
ELA
39%
2016
Math
0.5%
ELA
36%
2017
Math
0.5%
ELA
36%
2018
Math
0.5%
ELA
28%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.1/10.

How Miguel Such Compares

See how Miguel Such performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
4.7/10
20th percentile in PR
Academic
2.5/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
6.1/10
Average
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
11:1 student-teacher ratio
67 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
78.8%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs1 AP course offered
19.3% 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

ESQ AVE PINERO, San Juan, PR 00928

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Miguel Such may also want to explore other high schools in the area. JUAN JOSE OSUNA (rated 7.9/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is REPUBLICA DE COLOMBIA (rated 6.0/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, JUAN PONCE DE LEON (rated 3.4/10, 0.7 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in San Juan, see our San Juan schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.3 mi
School Distance Rating
GUSTAVO A. BECQUER San Juan 0.5 mi 2.9
MANUEL A. PEREZ San Juan 0.5 mi 5.0
JUAN RAMON JIMENEZ SAN JUAN San Juan 0.6 mi 4.3
ELEMENTAL NUEVA DE SAN JUAN San Juan 0.7 mi 4.2
RAFAEL HERNANDEZ SAN JUAN San Juan 0.7 mi 8.1
JUAN PONCE DE LEON San Juan 0.7 mi 3.4
LUIS MUNOZ RIVERA SAN JUAN MONTESSORI San Juan 0.7 mi 9.2
LCDO. GUILLERMO ATILES MOREAU San Juan 0.7 mi 8.5
RAMON VILA MAYO San Juan 0.8 mi 3.2
REPUBLICA DE COLOMBIA San Juan 0.8 mi 6.0
VILLA GRANADA San Juan 0.9 mi 5.5
ESCUELA DE DEPORTE - ALIANZA San Juan 1.0 mi
MATEMATICAS CIENCIAS Y TECNOLOGIA - ALIANZA San Juan 1.0 mi
PACHIN MARIN San Juan 1.0 mi 5.0
VICTOR PARES COLLAZO San Juan 1.1 mi 6.7
SAN AGUSTIN San Juan 1.2 mi 8.1
GASPAR VILA MAYANS San Juan 1.2 mi 7.0
JUANITA GARCIA PERAZA San Juan 1.2 mi 8.4
SOTERO FIGUEROA San Juan 1.2 mi 8.8
JUAN JOSE OSUNA San Juan 1.3 mi 7.9

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Miguel Such

What grades does Miguel Such serve?

Miguel Such serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Miguel Such?

Miguel Such has an enrollment of approximately 716 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Miguel Such?

The student-teacher ratio at Miguel Such is 10.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Miguel Such rank in PR?

Miguel Such ranks #672 of 842 schools in PR.

What is Miguel Such's MySchoolScout rating?

Miguel Such has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 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 Miguel Such?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Miguel Such has 1% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).

Is Miguel Such a charter school?

No, Miguel Such is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Miguel Such a Title I school?

No, Miguel Such is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Miguel Such?

91.1% of students at Miguel Such 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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Neighborhood Context

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
716
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
67
Free/Reduced Lunch
91.1%
Type
vocational
Setting
Large City
County
San Juan Municipio
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
78.8%
4-Year Graduation
72.0%

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