Below Average
#655 of 842 schools in PR
Las Mareas
Elementary School · PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
PO BOX 2034, Salinas, PR 00751
Enrollment
114
Student-Teacher
12.7:1
Score
4.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
114
Student-Teacher
12.7:1
Score
4.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Puerto Rico schools
#655 of 842
In Salinas
#7 of 9
public schools
In district
#655 of 842
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
School environment
8.3 / 10
Excellent
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About Las Mareas
Las Mareas is a public elementary school in Salinas, PR, part of PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION. Las Mareas serves approximately 114 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 12.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Las Mareas has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10 and ranks #655 of 842 schools in PR.
Structured state assessment records for Las Mareas show 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
- This school 4.8 · Below Average
- District avg 7.0
- PR avg 7.0
What Parents Should Know
At 114 students, Las Mareas is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Las Mareas sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.
Score Breakdown
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Las Mareas — Students at Las Mareas score 44% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 51%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
90.4%
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: 2.3/10.
How Las Mareas Compares
See how Las Mareas performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
PO BOX 2034, Salinas, PR 00751
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Las Mareas may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. FELIX GARAY ORTIZ (rated 9.5/10, 3.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is INTERMEDIA COQUI (rated 9.1/10, 3.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ANA VALLDEJULY (rated 8.8/10, 6.9 miles away, in nearby Santa Isabel), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Salinas, see our Salinas schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 10.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| SUPERIOR URBANA DE SALINAS Salinas | 2.0 mi | 4.0 |
| ELEMENTAL URBANA SALINAS Salinas | 2.1 mi | 8.5 |
| STELLA MARQUEZ Salinas | 2.7 mi | 4.9 |
| INTERMEDIA COQUI Salinas | 3.0 mi | 9.1 |
| FELIX GARAY ORTIZ Salinas | 3.7 mi | 9.5 |
| ANTONIO LEDEE COLON Salinas | 5.3 mi | 3.9 |
| JOSE PADIN Salinas | 5.4 mi | 7.6 |
| EUGENIO GUERRA CRUZ Salinas | 6.1 mi | 6.8 |
| ROMAN COLON CORREA Coamo | 6.7 mi | 7.1 |
| ADELA BRENES TEXIDOR Guayama | 6.8 mi | 5.0 |
| ANA VALLDEJULY Santa Isabel | 6.9 mi | 8.8 |
| EUGENIO NAZARIO SOTO Coamo | 9.4 mi | 7.7 |
| MARTIN G. BRUMBAUGH Santa Isabel | 9.3 mi | 8.1 |
| ELVIRA M. COLON Santa Isabel | 9.3 mi | 4.7 |
| MANUEL MARTIN MONSERRATE Santa Isabel | 9.3 mi | 4.5 |
| OSCAR HERNANDEZ GUEVARA Guayama | 9.4 mi | 7.8 |
| SIMON MADERA Guayama | 9.8 mi | 7.4 |
| DR. RAFAEL LOPEZ LANDRON Guayama | 9.9 mi | 3.5 |
| WASHINGTON I Guayama | 10.1 mi | 8.2 |
| GENARO CAUTINO Guayama | 10.4 mi | 9.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 00751 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$20,947
Median Home Value
$89,600
Median Rent
$449/mo
Population
19,596
College Educated
19.5%
Homeownership
77.4%
Avg Commute
25.2 min
Poverty Rate
49.1%
Median Age
45.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| EDMUNDO DEL VALLE CRUZ Rio Grande, PR | 4.9 |
| JOSE M. TORRES Bayamon, PR | 4.9 |
| MATRULLAS Orocovis, PR | 4.6 |
| HERMINA DIAZ APONTE Trujillo Alto, PR | 4.5 |
| ANDRES GRILLASCA SALAS Ponce, PR | 4.4 |
| DIEGO VAZQUEZ Caguas, PR | 4.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Las Mareas
What grades does Las Mareas serve?
Las Mareas serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Las Mareas?
Las Mareas has an enrollment of approximately 114 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Las Mareas?
The student-teacher ratio at Las Mareas is 12.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Las Mareas rank in PR?
Las Mareas ranks #655 of 842 schools in PR.
What is Las Mareas's MySchoolScout rating?
Las Mareas has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 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 Las Mareas?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Las Mareas has 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
Is Las Mareas a charter school?
No, Las Mareas is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Las Mareas a Title I school?
No, Las Mareas is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Las Mareas?
90.4% of students at Las Mareas 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
- 0 Car-Dependent
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 114
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 9
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 90.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Salinas Municipio
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 12.3%
- Phone
- (787) 864-4727
Resources & Links
District
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION- District Enrollment
- 240,910
- Schools in District
- 858
- District Rank
- #655 of 842
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