Serving 291 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Martin Garcia Giusti ranks in the bottom 50% 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 15% (which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the Puerto Rico state level of 11:1.
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 291 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PR
- Math Proficiency: 15% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Martin Garcia Giusti ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Puerto Rico for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Martin Garcia Giusti's student population of 291 students has declined by 40% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 27% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
291 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Martin Garcia Giusti ranks within the bottom 50% of all 836 schools in Puerto Rico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Martin Garcia Giusti 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
#683 out of 836 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)15%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)29%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
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
86%
85%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Martin Garcia Giusti's ranking?
Martin Garcia Giusti is ranked #683 out of 836 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?
15% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% PR state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% PR state average).
How many students attend Martin Garcia Giusti?
291 students attend Martin Garcia Giusti.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Martin Garcia Giusti students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Martin Garcia Giusti?
Martin Garcia Giusti has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the Puerto Rico state average of 11:1.
What grades does Martin Garcia Giusti offer ?
Martin Garcia Giusti offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Martin Garcia Giusti part of?
Martin Garcia Giusti is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
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