Serving 247 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Jorge L Marrero Padilla (Elemental Urbana) ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Puerto Rico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Puerto Rico state level of 11:1.
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 247 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PR
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jorge L Marrero Padilla (Elemental Urbana) ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Puerto Rico for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Jorge L Marrero Padilla (Elemental Urbana)'s student population of 247 students has declined by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
247 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Jorge L Marrero Padilla (Elemental Urbana) ranks within the bottom 50% of all 836 schools in Puerto Rico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jorge L Marrero Padilla (Elemental Urbana) 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
#449 out of 836 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)45-49%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)30-34%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
11:1
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
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
85%
85%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jorge L Marrero Padilla (Elemental Urbana)'s ranking?
Jorge L Marrero Padilla (Elemental Urbana) is ranked #449 out of 836 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?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% PR state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% PR state average).
How many students attend Jorge L Marrero Padilla (Elemental Urbana)?
247 students attend Jorge L Marrero Padilla (Elemental Urbana).
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Jorge L Marrero Padilla (Elemental Urbana) students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Jorge L Marrero Padilla (Elemental Urbana)?
Jorge L Marrero Padilla (Elemental Urbana) has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 11:1.
What grades does Jorge L Marrero Padilla (Elemental Urbana) offer ?
Jorge L Marrero Padilla (Elemental Urbana) offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Jorge L Marrero Padilla (Elemental Urbana) part of?
Jorge L Marrero Padilla (Elemental Urbana) is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
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