Needs Improvement
#778 of 842 schools in PR
Rene Marques
Middle School · PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
PO BOX 3328, Carolina, PR 00983
Enrollment
179
Student-Teacher
9.9:1
Score
3.9
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
179
Student-Teacher
9.9:1
Score
3.9
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Puerto Rico schools
#778 of 842
In Carolina
#22 of 25
public schools
In district
#778 of 842
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
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About Rene Marques
Rene Marques is a public middle school in Carolina, PR, part of PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION. Rene Marques serves approximately 179 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 9.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Rene Marques has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.9 out of 10 and ranks #778 of 842 schools in PR.
Structured state assessment records for Rene Marques show 6% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
- This school 3.9 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 4.7
- PR avg 4.7
What Parents Should Know
At 179 students, Rene Marques 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 9.9:1 students to teachers, Rene Marques sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
78% of students at Rene Marques were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Rene Marques — Students at Rene Marques score 23% 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
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 3.9/10.
How Rene Marques Compares
See how Rene Marques performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
PO BOX 3328, Carolina, PR 00983
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Rene Marques may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. RVDO. FELIX CASTRO RODRIGUEZ (rated 4.4/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is AGUSTIN CABRERA (rated 4.4/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, MANUEL FEBRES GONZALEZ (rated 4.0/10, 1.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Carolina, see our Carolina schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| EDUARDO J. SALDANA Carolina | 0.6 mi | 7.8 |
| PASCASIO P. SANCERRIT Carolina | 0.7 mi | 2.8 |
| FRANCISCO MATIAS LUGO Carolina | 0.9 mi | 5.7 |
| RVDO. FELIX CASTRO RODRIGUEZ Carolina | 1.1 mi | 4.4 |
| MARIA TERESA SERRANO Carolina | 1.3 mi | 7.7 |
| DR. JOSE M. LAZARO Carolina | 1.3 mi | 4.7 |
| MANUEL FEBRES GONZALEZ Carolina | 1.5 mi | 4.0 |
| GILBERTO CONCEPCION DE GRACIA Carolina | 1.6 mi | 4.6 |
| ANTONIO SARRIERA EGOZCUE San Juan | 1.7 mi | 6.6 |
| PEDRO MOCZO BANIET Carolina | 1.8 mi | 4.0 |
| DR. MODESTO RIVERA RIVERA Carolina | 2.0 mi | 7.9 |
| LEAP STEAM+E ACADEMY OF SAN JUAN - ALIANZA San Juan | 2.0 mi | 4.5 |
| LUZ AMERICA CALDERON Carolina | 2.1 mi | 4.4 |
| AGUSTIN CABRERA Carolina | 2.1 mi | 4.4 |
| JESUS MARIA SANROMA Carolina | 2.4 mi | 3.1 |
| SUPERIOR BERWIND San Juan | 2.7 mi | 4.7 |
| LORENZO VIZCARRONDO Carolina | 2.8 mi | 5.6 |
| DRA. ANGELES PASTOR San Juan | 2.8 mi | 8.1 |
| CARLOS F. DANIELS Carolina | 2.9 mi | 3.2 |
| ROBERTO CLEMENTE Carolina | 2.9 mi | 7.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 00983 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$33,930
Median Home Value
$156,400
Median Rent
$601/mo
Population
31,583
College Educated
31.5%
Homeownership
65.8%
Avg Commute
28.9 min
Poverty Rate
31.2%
Median Age
43.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ANTONIO LEDEE COLON Salinas, PR | 3.9 |
| FRANCISCO RAMOS SANCHEZ Utuado, PR | 4.0 |
| GENEROSO MORALES MUNOZ San Lorenzo, PR | 4.0 |
| INTERMEDIA BERWIND San Juan, PR | 4.0 |
| MANUEL FEBRES GONZALEZ Carolina, PR | 4.0 |
| JOSE PABLO MORALES Toa Alta, PR | 4.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Rene Marques
What grades does Rene Marques serve?
Rene Marques serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Rene Marques?
Rene Marques has an enrollment of approximately 179 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Rene Marques?
The student-teacher ratio at Rene Marques is 9.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Rene Marques rank in PR?
Rene Marques ranks #778 of 842 schools in PR.
What is Rene Marques's MySchoolScout rating?
Rene Marques has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.9 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 Rene Marques?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Rene Marques has 6% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
Is Rene Marques a charter school?
No, Rene Marques is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Rene Marques a Title I school?
No, Rene Marques is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Rene Marques?
91.1% of students at Rene Marques 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
- 54 Somewhat Walkable
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 179
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 18
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 91.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Carolina Municipio
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 78.2%
- Phone
- (787) 757-2760
Resources & Links
District
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION- District Enrollment
- 240,910
- Schools in District
- 858
- District Rank
- #778 of 842
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