Serving 237 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Jorge L. Marrero Padilla ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Puerto Rico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 21%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 36%).
The student:teacher ratio of 6:1 is lower than the Puerto Rico state level of 10:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 237 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in PR
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jorge L. Marrero Padilla ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Puerto Rico for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Jorge L. Marrero Padilla's student population of 237 students has declined by 29% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
237 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Jorge L. Marrero Padilla ranks within the top 20% of all 839 schools in Puerto Rico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jorge L. Marrero Padilla 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
#163 out of 839 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
21%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
36%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
6:1
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
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 Jorge L. Marrero Padilla's ranking?
Jorge L. Marrero Padilla is ranked #163 out of 839 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Puerto Rico.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 21% PR state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% PR state average).
How many students attend Jorge L. Marrero Padilla?
237 students attend Jorge L. Marrero Padilla.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Jorge L. Marrero Padilla students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Jorge L. Marrero Padilla?
Jorge L. Marrero Padilla has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 10:1.
What grades does Jorge L. Marrero Padilla offer ?
Jorge L. Marrero Padilla offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Jorge L. Marrero Padilla part of?
Jorge L. Marrero Padilla is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
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