Serving 161 students in grades 9-12, Superior Nueva De Maricao ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Puerto Rico for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤10% (which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 23%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-49% (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: 9-12
- Enrollment: 161 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Graduation Rate: 60-69%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in PR
- Math Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Superior Nueva De Maricao ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Puerto Rico for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Superior Nueva De Maricao's student population of 161 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
161 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Rankings
Superior Nueva De Maricao ranks within the top 50% of all 839 schools in Puerto Rico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Superior Nueva De Maricao 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
#379 out of 839 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
23%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
36%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
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
Graduation Rate
(21-22)60-69%
74%
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 Superior Nueva De Maricao's ranking?
Superior Nueva De Maricao is ranked #379 out of 839 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Puerto Rico.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 23% PR state average), while 40-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% PR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Superior Nueva De Maricao?
The graduation rate of Superior Nueva De Maricao is 60-69%, which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 74%.
How many students attend Superior Nueva De Maricao?
161 students attend Superior Nueva De Maricao.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Superior Nueva De Maricao students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Superior Nueva De Maricao?
Superior Nueva De Maricao has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 10:1.
What grades does Superior Nueva De Maricao offer ?
Superior Nueva De Maricao offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Superior Nueva De Maricao part of?
Superior Nueva De Maricao is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
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