Very Good
#272 of 842 schools in PR
Top 32% in state
Marta Sanchez
Elementary School · PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
PO BOX 2002, Yabucoa, PR 00767
Enrollment
137
Student-Teacher
8.6:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
137
Student-Teacher
8.6:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Puerto Rico schools
#272 of 842
In Yabucoa
#5 of 15
public schools
In district
#272 of 842
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
School environment
8.8 / 10
Excellent
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About Marta Sanchez
Marta Sanchez is a public elementary school in Yabucoa, PR, part of PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION. Marta Sanchez serves approximately 137 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 8.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Marta Sanchez has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #272 of 842 schools in PR.
Structured state assessment records for Marta Sanchez show 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
- This school 7.3 · Very Good
- District avg 7.0
- PR avg 7.0
What Parents Should Know
At 137 students, Marta Sanchez 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.
At 8.6:1 students to teachers, Marta Sanchez sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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Marta Sanchez — Students at Marta Sanchez score 40% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 50%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
90.5%
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: 7.2/10.
How Marta Sanchez Compares
See how Marta Sanchez performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
PO BOX 2002, Yabucoa, PR 00767
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Marta Sanchez may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. MANUEL ORTIZ (rated 8.9/10, 3.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is JOSE DE DIEGO LAS PIEDRAS (rated 8.8/10, 7.1 miles away, in nearby Las Piedras), which scores notably higher. Additionally, JESUS T. SANABRIA CRUZ (rated 8.3/10, 4.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Yabucoa, see our Yabucoa schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 7.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ROGELIO ROSADO Yabucoa | 1.0 mi | 4.3 |
| JAIME C. RODRIGUEZ Yabucoa | 1.3 mi | 6.2 |
| RAMON QUINONES MEDINA Yabucoa | 1.6 mi | 6.8 |
| TEODORO AGUILAR MORA Yabucoa | 1.8 mi | 5.2 |
| ROSA COSTA VALDIVIESO Yabucoa | 2.0 mi | 4.2 |
| JOSE F. CINTRON Y ANEXO Yabucoa | 2.1 mi | 8.1 |
| WILFREDO LAFUENTE ORTIZ Maunabo | 2.4 mi | 3.6 |
| LUIS MUNOZ MARIN YABUCOA Yabucoa | 2.5 mi | 3.7 |
| CRISTOBAL DEL CAMPO Yabucoa | 2.5 mi | 7.8 |
| ALFONSO CASTA MARTINEZ Maunabo | 2.6 mi | 4.7 |
| MANUEL ORTIZ SUYA Maunabo | 3.0 mi | 7.3 |
| MANUEL ORTIZ Yabucoa | 3.3 mi | 8.9 |
| HIGINIO FIGUEROA VILLEGAS Maunabo | 3.3 mi | 4.0 |
| JESUS T. SANABRIA CRUZ Yabucoa | 4.0 mi | 8.3 |
| ASUNCION LUGO Yabucoa | 4.0 mi | 6.7 |
| ANDRES SANDIN MARTINEZ Yabucoa | 4.9 mi | 5.8 |
| CAMINO AL EXITO - ALIANZA Yabucoa | 5.6 mi | 7.3 |
| CANDIDO BERRIOS Humacao | 6.4 mi | 5.1 |
| JOSE DE DIEGO LAS PIEDRAS Las Piedras | 7.1 mi | 8.8 |
| GUILLERMO RIEFKOHL Patillas | 7.3 mi | 6.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 00767 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$21,414
Median Home Value
$96,600
Median Rent
$500/mo
Population
30,453
College Educated
18.4%
Homeownership
71.2%
Avg Commute
26.8 min
Poverty Rate
49.1%
Median Age
46.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| JUAN ALEMANY SILVA Guayama, PR | 7.3 |
| MANUEL ORTIZ SUYA Maunabo, PR | 7.3 |
| NORMA I. TORRES COLON Villalba, PR | 7.3 |
| TOMAS VERA AYALA Moca, PR | 7.3 |
| INES MARIA MENDOZA CAGUAS Caguas, PR | 7.2 |
| JOSE NEVAREZ LOPEZ Toa Baja, PR | 7.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Marta Sanchez
What grades does Marta Sanchez serve?
Marta Sanchez serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Marta Sanchez?
Marta Sanchez has an enrollment of approximately 137 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Marta Sanchez?
The student-teacher ratio at Marta Sanchez is 8.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Marta Sanchez rank in PR?
Marta Sanchez ranks #272 of 842 schools in PR.
What is Marta Sanchez's MySchoolScout rating?
Marta Sanchez has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 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 Marta Sanchez?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Marta Sanchez has 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
Is Marta Sanchez a charter school?
No, Marta Sanchez is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Marta Sanchez a Title I school?
No, Marta Sanchez is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Marta Sanchez?
90.5% of students at Marta Sanchez 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
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 137
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 16
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 90.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Yabucoa Municipio
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 9.5%
- Phone
- (787) 893-3300
Resources & Links
District
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION- District Enrollment
- 240,910
- Schools in District
- 858
- District Rank
- #272 of 842
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