Serving 425 students in grades 6-12, Stella Marquez 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 ≤1% (which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 23%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (which is lower 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: 6-12
- Enrollment: 425 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Graduation Rate: 65-69%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PR
- Math Proficiency: ≤1% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Stella Marquez's student population of 425 students has declined by 32% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
425 students
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
School Calendar
Average Class Size
25 students
School Motto
Education for all
School Rankings
Stella Marquez 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 Stella Marquez 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
#753 out of 839 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤1%
23%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
36%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
10:1
Hispanic
100%
100%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(21-22)65-69%
74%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)78.6%
42.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
14%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Eagles
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Stella Marquez's ranking?
Stella Marquez is ranked #753 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?
≤1% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 23% PR state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% PR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Stella Marquez?
The graduation rate of Stella Marquez is 65-69%, which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 74%.
How many students attend Stella Marquez?
425 students attend Stella Marquez.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Stella Marquez students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Stella Marquez?
Stella Marquez has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 10:1.
What grades does Stella Marquez offer ?
Stella Marquez offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Stella Marquez part of?
Stella Marquez is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
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