Serving 237 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Jorge L. Marrero Padilla ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Puerto Rico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 90-94% (which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 23%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 36%).
The student-teacher ratio of 6:1 is lower than the Puerto Rico state level of 10:1.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 237 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in PR
- Math Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jorge L. Marrero Padilla ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Puerto Rico for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Jorge L. Marrero Padilla's student population of 237 students has declined by 29% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
237 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
School Rankings
Jorge L. Marrero Padilla ranks within the top 10% of all 839 schools in Puerto Rico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jorge L. Marrero Padilla 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
#56 out of 839 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
23%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
36%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
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
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jorge L. Marrero Padilla's ranking?
Jorge L. Marrero Padilla is ranked #56 out of 839 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Puerto Rico.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
90-94% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 23% PR state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% PR state average).
How many students attend Jorge L. Marrero Padilla?
237 students attend Jorge L. Marrero Padilla.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Jorge L. Marrero Padilla students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jorge L. Marrero Padilla?
Jorge L. Marrero Padilla has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 10:1.
What grades does Jorge L. Marrero Padilla offer ?
Jorge L. Marrero Padilla offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Jorge L. Marrero Padilla part of?
Jorge L. Marrero Padilla is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
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