Serving 358 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Nueva Juan S. Marchand ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Puerto Rico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 21% (which is equal to the Puerto Rico state average of 21%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (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.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 358 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in PR
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Nueva Juan S. Marchand ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Puerto Rico for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Nueva Juan S. Marchand's student population of 358 students has declined by 36% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
358 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Nueva Juan S. Marchand 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 Nueva Juan S. Marchand 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
#298 out of 839 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
21%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
36%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
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
85%
85%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Nueva Juan S. Marchand's ranking?
Nueva Juan S. Marchand is ranked #298 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?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 21% PR state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% PR state average).
How many students attend Nueva Juan S. Marchand?
358 students attend Nueva Juan S. Marchand.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Nueva Juan S. Marchand students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Nueva Juan S. Marchand?
Nueva Juan S. Marchand has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 10:1.
What grades does Nueva Juan S. Marchand offer ?
Nueva Juan S. Marchand offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Nueva Juan S. Marchand part of?
Nueva Juan S. Marchand is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
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