Serving 238 students in grades 6-8, Mariano Feliu Balseiro 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 ≤1% (which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 21%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 12% (which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 36%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Puerto Rico state level of 11:1.
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 238 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PR
- Math Proficiency: ≤1% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mariano Feliu Balseiro's student population of 238 students has declined by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
238 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Mariano Feliu Balseiro 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 Mariano Feliu Balseiro 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
#834 out of 839 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤1%
21%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
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 Mariano Feliu Balseiro's ranking?
Mariano Feliu Balseiro is ranked #834 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?
≤1% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 21% PR state average), while 12% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% PR state average).
How many students attend Mariano Feliu Balseiro?
238 students attend Mariano Feliu Balseiro.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Mariano Feliu Balseiro students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mariano Feliu Balseiro?
Mariano Feliu Balseiro has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 11:1.
What grades does Mariano Feliu Balseiro offer ?
Mariano Feliu Balseiro offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Mariano Feliu Balseiro part of?
Mariano Feliu Balseiro is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
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