Serving 403 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Juan S. Marchand ranks in the top 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 18% (which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 23%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 36%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Puerto Rico state level of 10:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 403 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in PR
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Juan S. Marchand ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Puerto Rico for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Juan S. Marchand's student population of 403 students has declined by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
403 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
School Rankings
Juan S. Marchand ranks within the top 50% of all 839 schools in Puerto Rico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Juan S. Marchand 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#320 out of 839 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
23%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
36%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
10:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
n/a
Hispanic
99%
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
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Juan S. Marchand's ranking?
Juan S. Marchand is ranked #320 out of 839 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Puerto Rico.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 23% PR state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% PR state average).
How many students attend Juan S. Marchand?
403 students attend Juan S. Marchand.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Juan S. Marchand students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Juan S. Marchand?
Juan S. Marchand has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 10:1.
What grades does Juan S. Marchand offer ?
Juan S. Marchand offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Juan S. Marchand part of?
Juan S. Marchand is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
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