Serving 261 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Villa Marina ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Puerto Rico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80-84% (which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 23%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 36%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Puerto Rico state level of 10:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 261 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in PR
- Math Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Villa Marina serves the eastern part of Gurabo, PR, covering an attendance area of approximately 28.3 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, typically around 3 miles from the school, with the furthest edge being about 4.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Villa Marina ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Puerto Rico for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Villa Marina's student population of 261 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
261 students
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Rankings
Villa Marina 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 Villa Marina 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
#323 out of 839 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
23%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
36%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
10:1
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
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)32.6%
42.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
14%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Villa Marina's ranking?
Villa Marina is ranked #323 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?
80-84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 23% PR state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% PR state average).
How many students attend Villa Marina?
261 students attend Villa Marina.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Villa Marina students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Villa Marina?
Villa Marina has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 10:1.
What grades does Villa Marina offer ?
Villa Marina offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Villa Marina part of?
Villa Marina is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
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