Serving 132 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Marta Sanchez (Guayabo) ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Puerto Rico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-59% (which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 21%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-49% (which is higher 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.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 100% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 132 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in PR
- Math Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Marta Sanchez (Guayabo) ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Puerto Rico for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Diversity
Community Size
School Overview
Marta Sanchez (Guayabo)'s student population of 132 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
132 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Marta Sanchez (Guayabo) ranks within the top 30% of all 839 schools in Puerto Rico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Marta Sanchez (Guayabo) 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
#168 out of 839 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
21%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
36%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
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
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
85%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Marta Sanchez (Guayabo)'s ranking?
Marta Sanchez (Guayabo) is ranked #168 out of 839 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Puerto Rico.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 21% PR state average), while 40-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% PR state average).
How many students attend Marta Sanchez (Guayabo)?
132 students attend Marta Sanchez (Guayabo).
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Marta Sanchez (Guayabo) students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Marta Sanchez (Guayabo)?
Marta Sanchez (Guayabo) has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 10:1.
What grades does Marta Sanchez (Guayabo) offer ?
Marta Sanchez (Guayabo) offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Marta Sanchez (Guayabo) part of?
Marta Sanchez (Guayabo) is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
In what neighborhood is Marta Sanchez (Guayabo) located?
Marta Sanchez (Guayabo) is located in the Urbanizacion Jaime C Rodriguez neighborhood of Yabucoa, PR. There are 1 other public schools located in Urbanizacion Jaime C Rodriguez.
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