Serving 244 students in grades 6-8, Rene Marques 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 7% (which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Puerto Rico state level of 11:1.
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 244 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PR
- Math Proficiency: 7% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Rene Marques's student population of 244 students has declined by 32% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 34% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
244 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Rene Marques 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 Rene Marques 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
#635 out of 836 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)7%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)39%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
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
85%
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 Rene Marques's ranking?
Rene Marques is ranked #635 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?
7% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% PR state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% PR state average).
How many students attend Rene Marques?
244 students attend Rene Marques.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Rene Marques students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Rene Marques?
Rene Marques has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 11:1.
What grades does Rene Marques offer ?
Rene Marques offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Rene Marques part of?
Rene Marques is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
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