Serving 486 students in grades 9-12, Eugenio Maria De Hostos Mayaguez 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 40-44% (which is higher 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.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 100% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 486 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: 59%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PR
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Eugenio Maria De Hostos Mayaguez ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Puerto Rico for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Eugenio Maria De Hostos Mayaguez's student population of 486 students has declined by 29% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
486 students
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
School Rankings
Eugenio Maria De Hostos Mayaguez 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 Eugenio Maria De Hostos Mayaguez is 0.04, 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
#451 out of 839 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
23%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
36%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
10:1
Hispanic
98%
100%
White
2%
n/a
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(21-22)59%
74%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
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 Eugenio Maria De Hostos Mayaguez's ranking?
Eugenio Maria De Hostos Mayaguez is ranked #451 out of 839 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Puerto Rico.
What schools are Eugenio Maria De Hostos Mayaguez often compared to?
Eugenio Maria De Hostos Mayaguezis often viewed alongside schools like Dr Pedro Perea Fajardo, Centro Residencial Oportunidades Educativas Mayaguez (Croem) 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 23% PR state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% PR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Eugenio Maria De Hostos Mayaguez?
The graduation rate of Eugenio Maria De Hostos Mayaguez is 59%, which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 74%.
How many students attend Eugenio Maria De Hostos Mayaguez?
486 students attend Eugenio Maria De Hostos Mayaguez.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Eugenio Maria De Hostos Mayaguez students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Eugenio Maria De Hostos Mayaguez?
Eugenio Maria De Hostos Mayaguez has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 10:1.
What grades does Eugenio Maria De Hostos Mayaguez offer ?
Eugenio Maria De Hostos Mayaguez offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Eugenio Maria De Hostos Mayaguez part of?
Eugenio Maria De Hostos Mayaguez is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
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