Very Good
#246 of 842 schools in PR
Top 29% in state
Juan S. Marchand
Elementary School · PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
PO BOX 506, Manati, PR 00674
Enrollment
403
Student-Teacher
9.2:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
403
Student-Teacher
9.2:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Puerto Rico schools
#246 of 842
In Manati
#6 of 10
public schools
In district
#246 of 842
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
Academic growth
8.1 / 10
Excellent
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About Juan S. Marchand
Juan S. Marchand is a public elementary school in Manati, PR, part of PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION. Juan S.
Marchand serves approximately 403 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 9.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Juan S. Marchand has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #246 of 842 schools in PR.
Structured state assessment records for Juan S. Marchand show 14% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
- This school 7.5 · Very Good
- District avg 7.0
- PR avg 7.0
What Parents Should Know
With a student-teacher ratio of 9.2:1, Juan S. Marchand 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 Juan S. Marchand was 31% 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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Juan S. Marchand — Students at Juan S. Marchand score 38% proficient, which is below 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
↑ ImprovingAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.1/10.
How Juan S. Marchand Compares
See how Juan S. Marchand performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
PO BOX 506, Manati, PR 00674
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Juan S. Marchand may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ANTONIO VELEZ ALVARADO (rated 8.7/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is FRANCISCO MENENDEZ BALBANE (rated 8.5/10, 4.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, RAFAEL HERNANDEZ VEGA BAJA (rated 8.4/10, 5.2 miles away, in nearby Vega Baja), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Manati, see our Manati schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 6.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| FELIX CORDOVA DAVILA Manati | 1.8 mi | 8.0 |
| TEODOMIRO TABOAS Manati | 2.2 mi | 5.5 |
| ANTONIO VELEZ ALVARADO Manati | 2.2 mi | 8.7 |
| FERNANDO CALLEJO Manati | 2.3 mi | 3.1 |
| JESUS T. PINERO MANATI Manati | 2.4 mi | 2.1 |
| JUAN A. SANCHEZ DAVILA Manati | 2.6 mi | 8.0 |
| PETRA CORRETJER DE O'NEILL Manati | 2.8 mi | 7.3 |
| FERNANDO SURIA CHAVEZ Barceloneta | 3.5 mi | 4.5 |
| FRANCISCO MENENDEZ BALBANE Manati | 4.4 mi | 8.5 |
| ELI RAMOS ROSARIO Barceloneta | 4.4 mi | 8.1 |
| CHRISTIAN MILITARY ACADEMY ALIANZA Vega Baja | 4.6 mi | 4.2 |
| HECTOR M. RUIZ MARTINEZ Barceloneta | 4.7 mi | 5.8 |
| IMBERY Barceloneta | 4.9 mi | 8.0 |
| RAFAEL HERNANDEZ VEGA BAJA Vega Baja | 5.2 mi | 8.4 |
| EVARISTO CAMACHO Manati | 5.6 mi | 8.3 |
| MANUEL MARTINEZ DAVILA Vega Baja | 5.6 mi | 3.8 |
| CENTRO DE ADIESTRAMIENTO Vega Baja | 5.6 mi | 4.1 |
| AGAPITO ROSARIO ROSARIO Vega Baja | 5.8 mi | 7.5 |
| JUAN QUIRINDONGO MORELL Vega Baja | 6.1 mi | 5.0 |
| BRIGIDA ALVAREZ RODRIGUEZ Vega Baja | 6.4 mi | 8.2 |
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 |
|---|---|
| AGAPITO ROSARIO ROSARIO Vega Baja, PR | 7.5 |
| FRANCISCO SERRANO Ciales, PR | 7.5 |
| MANUEL BOADA San Juan, PR | 7.5 |
| ADRIAN TORRES TORRES Jayuya, PR | 7.4 |
| ANGELICA DELGADO Lares, PR | 7.4 |
| DAVID ANTONGIORGI CORDOVA Sabana Grande, PR | 7.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Juan S. Marchand
What grades does Juan S. Marchand serve?
Juan S. Marchand serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Juan S. Marchand?
Juan S. Marchand has an enrollment of approximately 403 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Juan S. Marchand?
The student-teacher ratio at Juan S. Marchand is 9.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Juan S. Marchand rank in PR?
Juan S. Marchand ranks #246 of 842 schools in PR.
What is Juan S. Marchand's MySchoolScout rating?
Juan S. Marchand has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 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 Juan S. Marchand?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Juan S. Marchand has 14% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
Is Juan S. Marchand a charter school?
No, Juan S. Marchand is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Juan S. Marchand a Title I school?
No, Juan S. Marchand is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Juan S. Marchand?
91.1% of students at Juan S. Marchand 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 – 8th
- Enrollment
- 403
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 44
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 91.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Manatí Municipio
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 31.0%
- Phone
- (787) 854-4541
Resources & Links
District
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION- District Enrollment
- 240,910
- Schools in District
- 858
- District Rank
- #246 of 842
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