Serving 545 students in grades 4-12, Stella Marquez 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 ≤1% (which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 21%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 36%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the Puerto Rico state level of 10:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 4-12
- Enrollment: 545 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Graduation Rate: 65-69% (Btm 50% in PR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤1% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Stella Marquez ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Puerto Rico for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Stella Marquez's student population of 545 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
545 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
School Rankings
Stella Marquez 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 Stella Marquez 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
#748 out of 839 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤1%
21%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
36%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
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
Graduation Rate
65-69%
74%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
85%
85%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Stella Marquez's ranking?
Stella Marquez is ranked #748 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?
≤1% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 21% PR state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% PR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Stella Marquez?
The graduation rate of Stella Marquez is 65-69%, which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 74%.
How many students attend Stella Marquez?
545 students attend Stella Marquez.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Stella Marquez students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Stella Marquez?
Stella Marquez has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 10:1.
What grades does Stella Marquez offer ?
Stella Marquez offers enrollment in grades 4-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Stella Marquez part of?
Stella Marquez is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
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