Serving 412 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Silvestre Martinez 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 23% (which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 21%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 36%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher 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: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 412 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in PR
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Silvestre Martinez ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Puerto Rico for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Silvestre Martinez's student population of 412 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
412 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Silvestre Martinez 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 Silvestre Martinez 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
#365 out of 839 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
21%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
36%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
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 Silvestre Martinez's ranking?
Silvestre Martinez is ranked #365 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?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 21% PR state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% PR state average).
How many students attend Silvestre Martinez?
412 students attend Silvestre Martinez.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Silvestre Martinez students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Silvestre Martinez?
Silvestre Martinez has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 10:1.
What grades does Silvestre Martinez offer ?
Silvestre Martinez offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Silvestre Martinez part of?
Silvestre Martinez is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
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