For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public school serving 229 students in Mercedita, PR.
The top ranked public school in Mercedita, PR is Josefina Boya Leon. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Mercedita, PR public school have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Puerto Rico public school average of 24%), and reading proficiency score of 27% (versus the 35% statewide average). Schools in Mercedita have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Puerto Rico public schools.
Minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the Puerto Rico public school average of 100% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Mercedita, PR (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Josefina Boya Leon
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
Calle Hucar Bo Sabanetas Merce
Mercedita, PR 00715
(787) 840-3770
Mercedita, PR 00715
(787) 840-3770
Gr: K-5 | 229 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
Mercedita, Puerto Rico Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
G6 Urb Villa Esperanza
Mercedita, PR 00715
(787) 843-1715
Mercedita, PR 00715
(787) 843-1715
Gr: K-5 | 159 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Mercedita, PR?
The top ranked public schools in Mercedita, PR include Josefina Boya Leon.
How many public schools are located in Mercedita?
1 public schools are located in Mercedita.
What is the racial composition of students in Mercedita?
Mercedita public schools minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the Puerto Rico public schools average of 100% (majority Hispanic).
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