Excellent
#121 of 842 schools in PR
Top 14% in state
Francisco Menendez Balbane
Elementary School · PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
PMB 106, Manati, PR 00674
Enrollment
65
Student-Teacher
5.4:1
Score
8.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
65
Student-Teacher
5.4:1
Score
8.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Puerto Rico schools
#121 of 842
In Manati
#2 of 10
public schools
In district
#121 of 842
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
Academic performance
9.9 / 10
Excellent
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About Francisco Menendez Balbane
Francisco Menendez Balbane is a public elementary school in Manati, PR, part of PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION. Francisco Menendez Balbane serves approximately 65 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 5.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Francisco Menendez Balbane has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 out of 10 and ranks #121 of 842 schools in PR.
Structured state assessment records for Francisco Menendez Balbane show 69% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 74% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
- This school 8.5 · Excellent
- District avg 7.0
- PR avg 7.0
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 65 students, Francisco Menendez Balbane is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.
With a student-teacher ratio of 5.4:1, Francisco Menendez Balbane offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.
The chronic absenteeism rate at Francisco Menendez Balbane was 55% in the 2022-23 school year, which is above the national average. Chronic absenteeism (missing 15 or more school days) can affect classroom dynamics and pacing. Parents should ask about the school's attendance support programs and what resources are available to help families address barriers to consistent attendance.
Score Breakdown
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Francisco Menendez Balbane — Students at Francisco Menendez Balbane score 90% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 45%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
90.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores PR EDFACTS (2017-18)
Based on 18 test records from PR state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↑ ImprovingAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.0/10.
How Francisco Menendez Balbane Compares
See how Francisco Menendez Balbane performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
PMB 106, Manati, PR 00674
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Francisco Menendez Balbane may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ANTONIO VELEZ ALVARADO (rated 8.7/10, 4.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is EVARISTO CAMACHO (rated 8.3/10, 4.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, ELI RAMOS ROSARIO (rated 8.1/10, 2.8 miles away, in nearby Barceloneta), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Manati, see our Manati schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| IMBERY Barceloneta | 2.5 mi | 8.0 |
| FERNANDO SURIA CHAVEZ Barceloneta | 2.7 mi | 4.5 |
| JESUS T. PINERO MANATI Manati | 2.7 mi | 2.1 |
| ELI RAMOS ROSARIO Barceloneta | 2.8 mi | 8.1 |
| HECTOR M. RUIZ MARTINEZ Barceloneta | 2.8 mi | 5.8 |
| TEODOMIRO TABOAS Manati | 3.0 mi | 5.5 |
| FERNANDO CALLEJO Manati | 3.0 mi | 3.1 |
| VICENTE ACEVEDO BALLESTER Barceloneta | 3.1 mi | 6.4 |
| JUAN A. SANCHEZ DAVILA Manati | 3.3 mi | 8.0 |
| FELIX CORDOVA DAVILA Manati | 3.4 mi | 8.0 |
| JUANITA RAMIREZ GONZALEZ Florida | 3.6 mi | 6.7 |
| LEONARDO VALENTIN TIRADO Florida | 3.6 mi | 4.6 |
| RICARDO RODRIGUEZ TORRES Florida | 4.3 mi | 8.0 |
| HATO VIEJO CUMBRE Ciales | 4.4 mi | 5.3 |
| PETRA CORRETJER DE O'NEILL Manati | 4.2 mi | 7.3 |
| JUAN S. MARCHAND Manati | 4.4 mi | 7.5 |
| JUAN PONCE DE LEON II Florida | 4.5 mi | 6.7 |
| ANTONIO VELEZ ALVARADO Manati | 4.5 mi | 8.7 |
| EVARISTO CAMACHO Manati | 4.6 mi | 8.3 |
| LUIS A FERRE AGUAYO Arecibo | 5.0 mi | 4.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 00674 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$20,039
Median Home Value
$115,300
Median Rent
$551/mo
Population
39,288
College Educated
23.6%
Homeownership
72.7%
Avg Commute
28.1 min
Poverty Rate
46.5%
Median Age
44.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| MARTA LAFONTAINE Utuado, PR | 8.5 |
| LA CARMEN Maricao, PR | 8.6 |
| ANTONIO PAOLI VEGA ALTA Vega Alta, PR | 8.7 |
| CARMEN SOLA DE PEDREIRA Ponce, PR | 8.3 |
| EMILIO DEL TORO CUEVAS San Juan, PR | 8.7 |
| EVARISTO CAMACHO Manati, PR | 8.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Francisco Menendez Balbane
What grades does Francisco Menendez Balbane serve?
Francisco Menendez Balbane serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Francisco Menendez Balbane?
Francisco Menendez Balbane has an enrollment of approximately 65 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Francisco Menendez Balbane?
The student-teacher ratio at Francisco Menendez Balbane is 5.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Francisco Menendez Balbane rank in PR?
Francisco Menendez Balbane ranks #121 of 842 schools in PR.
What is Francisco Menendez Balbane's MySchoolScout rating?
Francisco Menendez Balbane has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Francisco Menendez Balbane?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Francisco Menendez Balbane has 69% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 74% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
Is Francisco Menendez Balbane a charter school?
No, Francisco Menendez Balbane is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Francisco Menendez Balbane a Title I school?
No, Francisco Menendez Balbane is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Francisco Menendez Balbane?
90.8% of students at Francisco Menendez Balbane qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
- Walk Score
- 4 Car-Dependent
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 65
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 12
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 90.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small Suburb
- County
- Manatí Municipio
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 55.4%
- Phone
- (787) 854-3063
Resources & Links
District
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION- District Enrollment
- 240,910
- Schools in District
- 858
- District Rank
- #121 of 842
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