Serving 141 students in grades Kindergarten-11, Maria L. Mcdougall ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Puerto Rico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 90-94% (which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 23%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85-89% (which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 36%).
The student:teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Puerto Rico state level of 10:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-11
- Enrollment: 141 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in PR
- Math Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Maria L. Mcdougall ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Puerto Rico for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Maria L. Mcdougall's student population of 141 students has declined by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 32% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-11
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
141 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
School Rankings
Maria L. Mcdougall ranks within the top 1% of all 839 schools in Puerto Rico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Maria L. Mcdougall is 0.00, which is less 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
#4 out of 839 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
23%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
36%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
10:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
n/a
Hispanic
100%
100%
Black
n/a
n/a
White
n/a
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
84%
85%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Maria L. Mcdougall's ranking?
Maria L. Mcdougall is ranked #4 out of 839 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Puerto Rico.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
90-94% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 23% PR state average), while 85-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% PR state average).
How many students attend Maria L. Mcdougall?
141 students attend Maria L. Mcdougall.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Maria L. Mcdougall students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Maria L. Mcdougall?
Maria L. Mcdougall has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 10:1.
What grades does Maria L. Mcdougall offer ?
Maria L. Mcdougall offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-11 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Maria L. Mcdougall part of?
Maria L. Mcdougall is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
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