Serving 202 students in grades 9-12, Petra Mercado Bougart 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 21%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 36%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the Puerto Rico state level of 10:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 202 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Graduation Rate: 70-74% (Btm 50% in PR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Petra Mercado Bougart's student population of 202 students has declined by 66% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 50% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
202 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
School Rankings
Petra Mercado Bougart 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 Petra Mercado Bougart 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
#551 out of 839 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
21%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
36%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
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
70-74%
74%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
85%
85%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
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 Petra Mercado Bougart's ranking?
Petra Mercado Bougart is ranked #551 out of 839 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Puerto Rico.
What schools are Petra Mercado Bougart often compared to?
Petra Mercado Bougartis often viewed alongside schools like Ramon Quinones Medina, Ana Roque De Duprey by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 21% PR state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% PR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Petra Mercado Bougart?
The graduation rate of Petra Mercado Bougart is 70-74%, which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 74%.
How many students attend Petra Mercado Bougart?
202 students attend Petra Mercado Bougart.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Petra Mercado Bougart students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Petra Mercado Bougart?
Petra Mercado Bougart has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 10:1.
What grades does Petra Mercado Bougart offer ?
Petra Mercado Bougart offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Petra Mercado Bougart part of?
Petra Mercado Bougart is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
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