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Dr. Pila

Carr Ponce A Guayanilla
Ponce, PR 00732
(School attendance zone shown in map)
2/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 278 students in grades 9-12, Dr. Pila 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 ≤10% (which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 23%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 36%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is equal to the Puerto Rico state level of 10:1.

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 278 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
  • : 40-44%
  • : Bottom 50% in PR
  • : ≤10% (Btm 50%)
  • : 20-24% (Btm 50%)
  • : 15-19% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
<Âé¶¹¹û¶³´«Ã½ class='so-dt-title' id="overview">School Overview
Dr. Pila's student population of 278 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
278 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
<Âé¶¹¹û¶³´«Ã½ class='so-dt-title' id="school-rankings">School Rankings
Dr. Pila 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 Dr. Pila 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)
#674 out of 839 schools
(Bottom 50%)
≤10%
23%
20-24%
36%
15-19%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
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
(21-22)
40-44%
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
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
<Âé¶¹¹û¶³´«Ã½ class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dr. Pila's ranking?
Dr. Pila is ranked #674 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?
≤10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 23% PR state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% PR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Dr. Pila?
The graduation rate of Dr. Pila is 40-44%, which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 74%.
How many students attend Dr. Pila?
278 students attend Dr. Pila.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Dr. Pila students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dr. Pila?
Dr. Pila has a student ration of 10:1, which is equal to the Puerto Rico state average of 10:1.
What grades does Dr. Pila offer ?
Dr. Pila offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Dr. Pila part of?

School Reviews
5   10/10/2025
On this day July 31st 2019 a few of the 1979 graduates celebrates the 40th year anniversary under the presidency of Mr. Mike Toro at Baha Principe Turquesa punta Cana, Dominican Republic. Congratulations and many blessings to all 510 graduates.
- Posted by Student/Alumni - Julio E. Quiones
5   10/10/2025
i love the school because i understand it in pa you can not understand
- Posted by Student/Alumni - merce

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 278 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
  • : 40-44%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : ≤10% (Btm 50%)
  • : 20-24% (Btm 50%)
  • : 15-19% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education

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