Serving 147 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 bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤5% (which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 23%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 36%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is equal to 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 (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 147 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PR
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Rene Marques's student population of 147 students has declined by 48% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
147 students
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
School Rankings
Rene Marques ranks within the bottom 50% of all 839 schools in Puerto Rico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rene Marques 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
#636 out of 839 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
23%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
36%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
10:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
n/a
Hispanic
99%
100%
Black
n/a
n/a
White
1%
n/a
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
n/a
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)95.2%
42.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
85%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rene Marques's ranking?
Rene Marques is ranked #636 out of 839 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?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 23% PR state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% PR state average).
How many students attend Rene Marques?
147 students attend Rene Marques.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Rene Marques students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rene Marques?
Rene Marques has a student ration of 10:1, which is equal to the Puerto Rico state average of 10:1.
What grades does Rene Marques offer ?
Rene Marques offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Rene Marques part of?
Rene Marques is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
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