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Mercedes Rosado

Carr 152 Calle Georgetty
Naranjito, PR 00719
(School attendance zone shown in map)
2/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 316 students in grades 6-8, Mercedes Rosado 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 3% (which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 23%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (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 Stats (2025)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 316 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 8:1
  • : Bottom 50% in PR
  • : 3% (Btm 50%)
  • : 28% (Btm 50%)
  • : 30-34% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education

School Overview

Mercedes Rosado's student population of 316 students has declined by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
316 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Year Founded
1905
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 15, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Campus Size
50
School Motto
Truth and Honor
School Mascot
Wild Boars

School Rankings

Mercedes Rosado 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 Mercedes Rosado 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.
This School
State Level (PR)
#741 out of 839 schools
(Bottom 50%)
3%
23%
28%
36%
30-34%
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
0.00
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
85%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education

School Notes

  • School Mascot: Wild Boars
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Mercedes Rosado's ranking?
Mercedes Rosado is ranked #741 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?
3% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 23% PR state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% PR state average).
How many students attend Mercedes Rosado?
316 students attend Mercedes Rosado.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Mercedes Rosado students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mercedes Rosado?
Mercedes Rosado has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 10:1.
What grades does Mercedes Rosado offer ?
Mercedes Rosado offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mercedes Rosado part of?

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 316 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 8:1
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 3% (Btm 50%)
  • : 28% (Btm 50%)
  • : 30-34% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education

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