Serving 401 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Eugenio Maria De Hostos Las Marias 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 7% (which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 23%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 24% (which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 36%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is higher than the Puerto Rico state level of 10:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 401 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PR
- Math Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Eugenio Maria De Hostos Las Marias ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Puerto Rico for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Eugenio Maria De Hostos Las Marias's student population of 401 students has declined by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
401 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
School Rankings
Eugenio Maria De Hostos Las Marias 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 Las Marias 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
#604 out of 839 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(22-23)7%
23%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
36%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
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
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
85%
85%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Eugenio Maria De Hostos Las Marias's ranking?
Eugenio Maria De Hostos Las Marias is ranked #604 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?
7% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 23% PR state average), while 24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% PR state average).
How many students attend Eugenio Maria De Hostos Las Marias?
401 students attend Eugenio Maria De Hostos Las Marias.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Eugenio Maria De Hostos Las Marias students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Eugenio Maria De Hostos Las Marias?
Eugenio Maria De Hostos Las Marias has a student ration of 11:1, which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 10:1.
What grades does Eugenio Maria De Hostos Las Marias offer ?
Eugenio Maria De Hostos Las Marias offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Eugenio Maria De Hostos Las Marias part of?
Eugenio Maria De Hostos Las Marias is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
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