Serving 218 students in grades Prekindergarten-10, Luis Munoz Marin Arecibo 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 21%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 36%).
The student:teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Puerto Rico state level of 10:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-10
- Enrollment: 218 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PR
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Luis Munoz Marin Arecibo's student population of 218 students has declined by 48% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 31% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-10
Total Students
218 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Luis Munoz Marin Arecibo 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 Luis Munoz Marin Arecibo 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
#796 out of 839 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
21%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
36%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
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
6%
6%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Luis Munoz Marin Arecibo's ranking?
Luis Munoz Marin Arecibo is ranked #796 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 21% PR state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% PR state average).
How many students attend Luis Munoz Marin Arecibo?
218 students attend Luis Munoz Marin Arecibo.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Luis Munoz Marin Arecibo students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Luis Munoz Marin Arecibo?
Luis Munoz Marin Arecibo has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 10:1.
What grades does Luis Munoz Marin Arecibo offer ?
Luis Munoz Marin Arecibo offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-10
What school district is Luis Munoz Marin Arecibo part of?
Luis Munoz Marin Arecibo is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
In what neighborhood is Luis Munoz Marin Arecibo located?
Luis Munoz Marin Arecibo is located in the Barranca neighborhood of Arecibo, PR.
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