Francisco Pachin Marin

Urb Vista Azul Calle 17
Arecibo, PR 00612
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8/
10
Top 30%
Serving 230 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Francisco Pachin Marin ranks in the top 30% 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 25-29% (which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 23%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 36%).
The student-teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the Puerto Rico state level of 10:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 100% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 230 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 99%
  • : Top 30% in PR
  • : 25-29% (Top 50%)
  • : 60-64% (Top 20%)
  • : 70-79% (Top 10%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Francisco Pachin Marin ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Puerto Rico for:

Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency

School Overview

Francisco Pachin Marin's student population of 230 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 28% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
230 students

Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data

Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers

Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data

School Rankings

Francisco Pachin Marin ranks within the top 30% of all 839 schools in Puerto Rico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Francisco Pachin Marin is 0.02, 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.
This School
State Level (PR)
#194 out of 839 schools
(Top 30%)

Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data

25-29%
23%

Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data

60-64%
36%

Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data

70-79%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
10:1

Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data

Hispanic
99%
100%

Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data

White
1%
n/a
All Ethnic Groups
99%
0.02
(22-23)
21.7%
42.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
74%

Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
14%

Showing 2016–2025. View full 18-year historical data

School Statewide Testing
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Francisco Pachin Marin's ranking?
Francisco Pachin Marin is ranked #194 out of 839 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Puerto Rico.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 23% PR state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% PR state average).
How many students attend Francisco Pachin Marin?
230 students attend Francisco Pachin Marin.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Francisco Pachin Marin students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Francisco Pachin Marin?
Francisco Pachin Marin has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 10:1.
What grades does Francisco Pachin Marin offer ?
Francisco Pachin Marin offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Francisco Pachin Marin part of?
Francisco Pachin Marin is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.

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Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 230 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 99%
  • : Top 30%
  • : 25-29% (Top 50%)
  • : 60-64% (Top 20%)
  • : 70-79% (Top 10%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education

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