Serving 301 students in grades 9-12, Dra. Maria Cadilla De Martinez ranks in the bottom 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 ≤5% (which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 23%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower 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 Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 301 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Graduation Rate: 50-54%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PR
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Dra. Maria Cadilla De Martinez's student population of 301 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
301 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
School Rankings
Dra. Maria Cadilla De Martinez ranks within the bottom 50% of all 839 schools in Puerto Rico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dra. Maria Cadilla De Martinez 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
#642 out of 839 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
23%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
36%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
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)50-54%
74%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
85%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dra. Maria Cadilla De Martinez's ranking?
Dra. Maria Cadilla De Martinez is ranked #642 out of 839 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Puerto Rico.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 23% PR state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% PR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Dra. Maria Cadilla De Martinez?
The graduation rate of Dra. Maria Cadilla De Martinez is 50-54%, which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 74%.
How many students attend Dra. Maria Cadilla De Martinez?
301 students attend Dra. Maria Cadilla De Martinez.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Dra. Maria Cadilla De Martinez students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dra. Maria Cadilla De Martinez?
Dra. Maria Cadilla De Martinez has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 10:1.
What grades does Dra. Maria Cadilla De Martinez offer ?
Dra. Maria Cadilla De Martinez offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Dra. Maria Cadilla De Martinez part of?
Dra. Maria Cadilla De Martinez is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
In what neighborhood is Dra. Maria Cadilla De Martinez located?
Dra. Maria Cadilla De Martinez is located in the Las Cunetas neighborhood of Arecibo, PR.
School Reviews
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