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#392 of 842 schools in PR

Top 46% in state

Jacinto Lopez Martinez

Elementary School · PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION

PO BOX 2474, Toa Baja, PR 00646

Enrollment

251

Student-Teacher

7.6:1

Score

6.5

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Puerto Rico schools

#392 of 842

In Toa Baja

#9 of 18

public schools

In district

#392 of 842

PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION

School environment

7.7 / 10

Very Good

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Jacinto Lopez Martinez

6.5/10

Elementary School in Toa Baja · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Jacinto Lopez Martinez

Jacinto Lopez Martinez is a public elementary school in Toa Baja, PR, part of PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION. Jacinto Lopez Martinez serves approximately 251 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 7.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Jacinto Lopez Martinez has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #392 of 842 schools in PR.

Structured state assessment records for Jacinto Lopez Martinez show 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).

How it compares0.5 pts below district
  • This school 6.5 · Average
  • District avg 7.0
  • PR avg 7.0

What Parents Should Know

With a student-teacher ratio of 7.6:1, Jacinto Lopez Martinez 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.4Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data9
Annual Change+0.7 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2018
TrendStable
Academics5.9Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency32% (2018 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency36% (2018 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency34% (2018 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)45% (model expectation from 2018 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-10.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile42th
Resources & Environment7.7Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio7.6:1
Chronic Absenteeism23.5%

Jacinto Lopez Martinez — Students at Jacinto Lopez Martinez score 34% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 45%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

90.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores PR EDFACTS (2017-18)

Math Proficiency 34.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2018)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 38.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2018)
School
State
N/A

Based on 18 test records from PR state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
34%
ELA
38%
2011
Math
35%
ELA
36%
2012
Math
32%
ELA
42%
2013
Math
31%
ELA
38%
2014
Math
25%
ELA
25%
2015
Math
34%
ELA
36%
2016
Math
28%
ELA
37%
2017
Math
57%
ELA
57%
2018
Math
32%
ELA
36%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.4/10.

How Jacinto Lopez Martinez Compares

See how Jacinto Lopez Martinez performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.5/10
54th percentile in PR
Academic
5.9/10
Average
Growth
6.4/10
Average
Environment
7.7/10
Very Good

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
91%
Teaching Staff
8:1 student-teacher ratio
33 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
23.5%

Location

PO BOX 2474, Toa Baja, PR 00646

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Jacinto Lopez Martinez may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. RAFAEL HERNANDEZ VEGA ALTA (rated 9.3/10, 4.4 miles away, in nearby Vega Alta), which scores notably higher. Another option is ANTONIO PAOLI VEGA ALTA (rated 8.7/10, 4.9 miles away, in nearby Vega Alta), which scores notably higher. Additionally, JOSE ROBLES OTERO (rated 8.2/10, 2.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Toa Baja, see our Toa Baja schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.4 mi
School Distance Rating
JOSE SANTOS ALEGRIA Dorado 0.4 mi 6.3
RICARDO ARROYO LARACUENTE Dorado 0.4 mi 3.1
LUIS M. SANTIAGO Toa Baja 1.5 mi 3.9
ADOLFINA IRIZARRY DE PUIG Toa Baja 1.6 mi 6.3
LUISA M. VALDERRAMA Dorado 2.3 mi 5.6
JOSE ROBLES OTERO Toa Baja 2.4 mi 8.2
ALTINENCIA VALLE Toa Baja 3.2 mi 6.2
ELEMENTAL ECOLOGICA JOSE DE DIEGO Dorado 3.2 mi 5.8
JOSE NEVAREZ LOPEZ Toa Baja 4.1 mi 7.2
RAFAEL HERNANDEZ VEGA ALTA Vega Alta 4.4 mi 9.3
CRISTOBAL SANTANA MELECIO Dorado 4.5 mi 6.2
ERNESTINA BRACERO Toa Baja 4.5 mi 8.2
NICOLAS SEVILLA Toa Alta 4.9 mi 6.5
JOSE PABLO MORALES Toa Alta 4.9 mi 4.1
VIOLANTA JIMENEZ Toa Alta 4.9 mi 7.9
ANTONIO PAOLI VEGA ALTA Vega Alta 4.9 mi 8.7
FRANCISCO FELICIE MARTINEZ Vega Alta 4.8 mi 3.5
ELISA DAVILA VAZQUEZ Vega Alta 5.1 mi 7.0
JOSE PAGAN DE JESUS Vega Alta 5.0 mi 6.9
LADISLAO MARTINEZ Vega Alta 5.4 mi 5.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 00646 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$33,184

Median Home Value

$156,900

Median Rent

$688/mo

Population

36,099

College Educated

36.1%

Homeownership

79.1%

Avg Commute

34 min

Poverty Rate

29.4%

Median Age

42.6

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Jacinto Lopez Martinez

What grades does Jacinto Lopez Martinez serve?

Jacinto Lopez Martinez serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Jacinto Lopez Martinez?

Jacinto Lopez Martinez has an enrollment of approximately 251 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Jacinto Lopez Martinez?

The student-teacher ratio at Jacinto Lopez Martinez is 7.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Jacinto Lopez Martinez rank in PR?

Jacinto Lopez Martinez ranks #392 of 842 schools in PR.

What is Jacinto Lopez Martinez's MySchoolScout rating?

Jacinto Lopez Martinez has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 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 Jacinto Lopez Martinez?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Jacinto Lopez Martinez has 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).

Is Jacinto Lopez Martinez a charter school?

No, Jacinto Lopez Martinez is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Jacinto Lopez Martinez a Title I school?

No, Jacinto Lopez Martinez is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Jacinto Lopez Martinez?

90.8% of students at Jacinto Lopez Martinez qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
251
Student-Teacher Ratio
7.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
33
Free/Reduced Lunch
90.8%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Dorado Municipio
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
23.5%

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academics, and learning environment — plus college readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, with growth counting most in elementary and middle grades. Equity data is shown for context but is not factored into the score. Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

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