Serving 148 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Marta Sanchez 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 10-14% (which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 23%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-49% (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 Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 148 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in PR
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Marta Sanchez's student population of 148 students has grown by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
148 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Marta Sanchez 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 Marta Sanchez 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
#352 out of 839 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
23%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
36%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
10:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
100%
100%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8.8%
42.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
74%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Marta Sanchez's ranking?
Marta Sanchez is ranked #352 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?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 23% PR state average), while 40-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% PR state average).
How many students attend Marta Sanchez?
148 students attend Marta Sanchez.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Marta Sanchez students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Marta Sanchez?
Marta Sanchez has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 10:1.
What grades does Marta Sanchez offer ?
Marta Sanchez offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Marta Sanchez part of?
Marta Sanchez is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
In what neighborhood is Marta Sanchez located?
Marta Sanchez is located in the Urbanizacion Jaime C Rodriguez neighborhood of Yabucoa, PR. There are 1 other public schools located in Urbanizacion Jaime C Rodriguez.
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