Needs Improvement
#842 of 842 schools in PR
Jesus T. Pinero Manati
Middle School · PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
PO BOX 3158, Manati, PR 00674
Enrollment
205
Student-Teacher
8.5:1
Score
2.1
Grades
6th – 10th
Enrollment
205
Student-Teacher
8.5:1
Score
2.1
Grades
6th – 10th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Puerto Rico schools
#842 of 842
In Manati
#10 of 10
public schools
In district
#842 of 842
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
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About Jesus T. Pinero Manati
Jesus T. Pinero Manati is a public middle school in Manati, PR, part of PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION. Jesus T.
Pinero Manati serves approximately 205 students, and covers grades 6th-10th, and has a 8.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Jesus T. Pinero Manati has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.1 out of 10 and ranks #842 of 842 schools in PR.
Structured state assessment records for Jesus T. Pinero Manati show 11% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
- This school 2.1 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 4.7
- PR avg 4.7
What Parents Should Know
With a student-teacher ratio of 8.5:1, Jesus T. Pinero Manati 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 Jesus T. Pinero Manati was 56% 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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Jesus T. Pinero Manati — Students at Jesus T. Pinero Manati score 5% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
90.7%
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
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 1.2/10.
How Jesus T. Pinero Manati Compares
See how Jesus T. Pinero Manati performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
PO BOX 3158, Manati, PR 00674
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Jesus T. Pinero Manati may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. ANGEL G. QUINTERO ALFARO (rated 6.8/10, 5.5 miles away, in nearby Morovis), which scores notably higher. Additionally, HECTOR M. RUIZ MARTINEZ (rated 5.8/10, 4.5 miles away, in nearby Barceloneta), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Manati, see our Manati schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| FERNANDO CALLEJO Manati | 0.3 mi | 3.1 |
| TEODOMIRO TABOAS Manati | 0.3 mi | 5.5 |
| JUAN A. SANCHEZ DAVILA Manati | 0.7 mi | 8.0 |
| FELIX CORDOVA DAVILA Manati | 0.9 mi | 8.0 |
| PETRA CORRETJER DE O'NEILL Manati | 1.6 mi | 7.3 |
| ANTONIO VELEZ ALVARADO Manati | 1.8 mi | 8.7 |
| JUAN S. MARCHAND Manati | 2.4 mi | 7.5 |
| FRANCISCO MENENDEZ BALBANE Manati | 2.7 mi | 8.5 |
| EVARISTO CAMACHO Manati | 3.4 mi | 8.3 |
| FERNANDO SURIA CHAVEZ Barceloneta | 3.6 mi | 4.5 |
| ELI RAMOS ROSARIO Barceloneta | 4.2 mi | 8.1 |
| HATO VIEJO CUMBRE Ciales | 4.5 mi | 5.3 |
| IMBERY Barceloneta | 4.4 mi | 8.0 |
| HECTOR M. RUIZ MARTINEZ Barceloneta | 4.5 mi | 5.8 |
| CHRISTIAN MILITARY ACADEMY ALIANZA Vega Baja | 5.1 mi | 4.2 |
| ANGEL G. QUINTERO ALFARO Morovis | 5.5 mi | 6.8 |
| MANUEL MARTINEZ DAVILA Vega Baja | 5.5 mi | 3.8 |
| VICENTE ACEVEDO BALLESTER Barceloneta | 5.6 mi | 6.4 |
| JUANITA RAMIREZ GONZALEZ Florida | 5.8 mi | 6.7 |
| OSCAR RODRIGUEZ RIVERA Morovis | 5.8 mi | 9.0 |
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 |
|---|---|
| RAFAEL MARTINEZ NADAL GUAYNABO Guaynabo, PR | 2.5 |
| MERCEDES GARCIA DE COLORADO Catano, PR | 2.6 |
| LUIS RAMOS GONZALEZ Caguas, PR | 2.7 |
| IRMA PEDRAZA RUIZ Ceiba, PR | 2.9 |
| ONOFRE CARBALLEIRA Catano, PR | 3.0 |
| ANTONIO VALERO BERNABE Fajardo, PR | 3.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Jesus T. Pinero Manati
What grades does Jesus T. Pinero Manati serve?
Jesus T. Pinero Manati serves students in grades 6th through 10th.
How many students attend Jesus T. Pinero Manati?
Jesus T. Pinero Manati has an enrollment of approximately 205 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Jesus T. Pinero Manati?
The student-teacher ratio at Jesus T. Pinero Manati is 8.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Jesus T. Pinero Manati rank in PR?
Jesus T. Pinero Manati ranks #842 of 842 schools in PR.
What is Jesus T. Pinero Manati's MySchoolScout rating?
Jesus T. Pinero Manati has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.1 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 Jesus T. Pinero Manati?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Jesus T. Pinero Manati has 11% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
Is Jesus T. Pinero Manati a charter school?
No, Jesus T. Pinero Manati is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Jesus T. Pinero Manati a Title I school?
No, Jesus T. Pinero Manati is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Jesus T. Pinero Manati?
90.7% of students at Jesus T. Pinero Manati 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
- 6th – 10th
- Enrollment
- 205
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 24
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 90.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Manatí Municipio
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 56.1%
- Phone
- (787) 854-2259
Resources & Links
District
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION- District Enrollment
- 240,910
- Schools in District
- 858
- District Rank
- #842 of 842
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