Average
#501 of 842 schools in PR
Francisco Pachin Marin
Elementary School · PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
URB VISTA AZUL CALLE 17, Arecibo, PR 00612
Enrollment
225
Student-Teacher
7.3:1
Score
5.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
225
Student-Teacher
7.3:1
Score
5.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Puerto Rico schools
#501 of 842
In Arecibo
#10 of 20
public schools
In district
#501 of 842
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
Academic performance
9.4 / 10
Excellent
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Francisco Pachin Marin
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About Francisco Pachin Marin
Francisco Pachin Marin is a public elementary school in Arecibo, PR, part of PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION. Francisco Pachin Marin serves approximately 225 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 7.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Francisco Pachin Marin has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #501 of 842 schools in PR.
Structured state assessment records for Francisco Pachin Marin show 69% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 75% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
- This school 5.8 · Average
- District avg 7.0
- PR avg 7.0
What Parents Should Know
With a student-teacher ratio of 7.3:1, Francisco Pachin Marin 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.
Score Breakdown
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Francisco Pachin Marin — Students at Francisco Pachin Marin score 74% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
91.1%
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
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 2.8/10.
How Francisco Pachin Marin Compares
See how Francisco Pachin Marin performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
URB VISTA AZUL CALLE 17, Arecibo, PR 00612
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Francisco Pachin Marin may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ELBA LUGO CARRION (rated 9.5/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is CARMEN NOELIA PERAZA TOLEDO (rated 8.6/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Hatillo), which scores notably higher. Additionally, JULIO SEIJO (rated 8.3/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Arecibo, see our Arecibo schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| LUIS MUNOZ MARIN ARECIBO Arecibo | 0.6 mi | 3.8 |
| TRINA PADILLA DE SANZ ARECIBO Arecibo | 0.8 mi | 5.6 |
| ABELARDO MARTINEZ OTERO Arecibo | 1.1 mi | 7.7 |
| VICTOR ROJAS I Arecibo | 1.3 mi | 5.6 |
| COTTO ANEXO Arecibo | 1.3 mi | 7.2 |
| ELBA LUGO CARRION Arecibo | 1.5 mi | 9.5 |
| JOHN W. HARRIS Arecibo | 1.6 mi | 6.3 |
| CARMEN NOELIA PERAZA TOLEDO Hatillo | 1.7 mi | 8.6 |
| JULIO SEIJO Arecibo | 1.8 mi | 8.3 |
| DRA. MARIA CADILLA DE MARTINEZ Arecibo | 2.2 mi | 4.2 |
| MANUEL RUIZ GANDIA Arecibo | 3.4 mi | 4.7 |
| TIMOTEO DELGADO Hatillo | 3.8 mi | 5.1 |
| LUIS MUNOZ RIVERA HATILLO Hatillo | 3.6 mi | 5.5 |
| EUGENIO MARIA DE HOSTOS HATILLO Hatillo | 3.8 mi | 6.2 |
| ANGELICA GOMEZ DE BETANCOURT Arecibo | 4.0 mi | 4.6 |
| ANIBAL REYES BELEN Hatillo | 4.6 mi | 5.5 |
| LORENZO COBALLES GANDIA Hatillo | 4.4 mi | 4.1 |
| LUIS MELENDEZ RODRIGUEZ Hatillo | 4.7 mi | 4.0 |
| ENRIQUE DE JESUS BORRAS Arecibo | 5.6 mi | 5.7 |
| SUPERIOR VOCACIONAL DE ARECIBO Arecibo | 5.8 mi | 6.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 00612 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$23,831
Median Home Value
$112,300
Median Rent
$503/mo
Population
62,462
College Educated
29.5%
Homeownership
61.2%
Avg Commute
25.9 min
Poverty Rate
40.8%
Median Age
44.7
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| DR. FRANCISCO HERNANDEZ Y GAETAN San Juan, PR | 5.8 |
| FELIX SANCHEZ CRUZ Rio Grande, PR | 5.8 |
| INSTITUTO LOAIZA CORDERO San Juan, PR | 5.8 |
| JOAQUIN VAZQUEZ CRUZ Camuy, PR | 5.8 |
| JUAN B. HUYKE Guaynabo, PR | 5.8 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Francisco Pachin Marin
What grades does Francisco Pachin Marin serve?
Francisco Pachin Marin serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Francisco Pachin Marin?
Francisco Pachin Marin has an enrollment of approximately 225 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Francisco Pachin Marin?
The student-teacher ratio at Francisco Pachin Marin is 7.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Francisco Pachin Marin rank in PR?
Francisco Pachin Marin ranks #501 of 842 schools in PR.
What is Francisco Pachin Marin's MySchoolScout rating?
Francisco Pachin Marin has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 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 Pachin Marin?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Francisco Pachin Marin has 69% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 75% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
Is Francisco Pachin Marin a charter school?
No, Francisco Pachin Marin is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Francisco Pachin Marin a Title I school?
No, Francisco Pachin Marin is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Francisco Pachin Marin?
91.1% of students at Francisco Pachin Marin qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 225
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 31
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 91.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Arecibo Municipio
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 22.2%
- Phone
- (787) 878-2019
Resources & Links
District
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION- District Enrollment
- 240,910
- Schools in District
- 858
- District Rank
- #501 of 842
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