Serving 69 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Mariano Abril ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Puerto Rico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-69% (which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 23%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-59% (which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 36%).
The student-teacher ratio of 5:1 is lower than the Puerto Rico state level of 10:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 100% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 69 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 5:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in PR
- Math Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mariano Abril ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Puerto Rico for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Mariano Abril's student population of 69 students has declined by 30% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
69 students
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Rankings
Mariano Abril ranks within the top 20% of all 839 schools in Puerto Rico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mariano Abril is 0.06, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.01. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#99 out of 839 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
23%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
36%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
5:1
10:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
n/a
Hispanic
97%
100%
Black
n/a
n/a
White
3%
n/a
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
n/a
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
14%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mariano Abril's ranking?
Mariano Abril is ranked #99 out of 839 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Puerto Rico.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 23% PR state average), while 50-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% PR state average).
How many students attend Mariano Abril?
69 students attend Mariano Abril.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Mariano Abril students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mariano Abril?
Mariano Abril has a student ration of 5:1, which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 10:1.
What grades does Mariano Abril offer ?
Mariano Abril offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mariano Abril part of?
Mariano Abril is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
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