Serving 139 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Ines Maria Mendoza Yauco 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 55-59% (which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 23%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 36%).
The student-teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the Puerto Rico state level of 10:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 100% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 139 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in PR
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ines Maria Mendoza Yauco ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Puerto Rico for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Ines Maria Mendoza Yauco's student population of 139 students has declined by 30% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
139 students
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Ines Maria Mendoza Yauco 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 Ines Maria Mendoza Yauco is 0.02, 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
#90 out of 839 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
23%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
36%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
10:1
Hispanic
99%
100%
White
1%
n/a
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.6%
42.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
14%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ines Maria Mendoza Yauco's ranking?
Ines Maria Mendoza Yauco is ranked #90 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?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 23% PR state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% PR state average).
How many students attend Ines Maria Mendoza Yauco?
139 students attend Ines Maria Mendoza Yauco.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Ines Maria Mendoza Yauco students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ines Maria Mendoza Yauco?
Ines Maria Mendoza Yauco has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 10:1.
What grades does Ines Maria Mendoza Yauco offer ?
Ines Maria Mendoza Yauco offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ines Maria Mendoza Yauco part of?
Ines Maria Mendoza Yauco is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
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