Average
#385 of 842 schools in PR
Top 46% in state
Sandalio Marcano
Elementary School · PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
PMB 402 PO BOX 4956, Caguas, PR 00725
Enrollment
179
Student-Teacher
8.1:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
179
Student-Teacher
8.1:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Puerto Rico schools
#385 of 842
In Caguas
#18 of 32
public schools
In district
#385 of 842
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
School environment
8.4 / 10
Excellent
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About Sandalio Marcano
Sandalio Marcano is a public elementary school in Caguas, PR, part of PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION. Sandalio Marcano serves approximately 179 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 8.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Sandalio Marcano has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #385 of 842 schools in PR.
Structured state assessment records for Sandalio Marcano show 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
- This school 6.5 · Average
- District avg 7.0
- PR avg 7.0
What Parents Should Know
At 179 students, Sandalio Marcano 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 8.1:1 students to teachers, Sandalio Marcano 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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Sandalio Marcano — Students at Sandalio Marcano score 34% 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: 5.9/10.
How Sandalio Marcano Compares
See how Sandalio Marcano performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
PMB 402 PO BOX 4956, Caguas, PR 00725
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sandalio Marcano may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PAULA MOJICA (rated 9.1/10, 3.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ROSA C. BENITEZ (rated 8.8/10, 2.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, JUSTINA VAZQUEZ MENDOZA (rated 8.7/10, 2.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Caguas, see our Caguas schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| CIPRIANO MANRIQUE Caguas | 1.5 mi | 7.9 |
| INES MARIA MENDOZA CAGUAS Caguas | 2.3 mi | 7.2 |
| JAGUAL ADENTRO San Lorenzo | 2.3 mi | 4.1 |
| JOSE MERCADO Caguas | 2.4 mi | 7.2 |
| JUSTINA VAZQUEZ MENDOZA Caguas | 2.5 mi | 8.7 |
| ANTONIO S PEDREIRA - PRETECNICA Caguas | 2.6 mi | 4.6 |
| DR. JUAN JOSE OSUNA Caguas | 2.6 mi | 6.7 |
| ROSA C. BENITEZ Caguas | 2.6 mi | 8.8 |
| PAULA MOJICA Caguas | 3.0 mi | 9.1 |
| CHARLES E. MINER Caguas | 2.9 mi | 5.3 |
| HAYDEE CABALLERO Caguas | 3.1 mi | 4.5 |
| GERARDO SELLES SOLA CAGUAS Caguas | 3.1 mi | 8.0 |
| LUIS RAMOS GONZALEZ Caguas | 3.2 mi | 2.7 |
| JOSE GAUTIER BENITEZ CAGUAS Caguas | 3.2 mi | 4.5 |
| CONCEPCION MENDEZ CANO Caguas | 3.3 mi | 4.1 |
| VIDAL SERRANO Gurabo | 3.4 mi | 6.8 |
| NICOLAS AGUAYO ALDEA Caguas | 3.4 mi | 6.9 |
| LUIS MUNOZ RIVERA CAGUAS Caguas | 3.5 mi | 6.9 |
| BENITA GONZALEZ QUINONES Caguas | 3.6 mi | 8.3 |
| ABELARDO DIAZ MORALES Caguas | 3.6 mi | 4.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 00725 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$27,505
Median Home Value
$139,900
Median Rent
$558/mo
Population
76,246
College Educated
30.5%
Homeownership
64.2%
Avg Commute
29.5 min
Poverty Rate
39.6%
Median Age
45.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ALEJANDRO TAPIA Y RIVERA SAN JUAN San Juan, PR | 6.5 |
| ANTONIO ROMERO MUNIZ Jayuya, PR | 6.5 |
| JOSEFINA SITIRICHE Gurabo, PR | 6.5 |
| SANTA ROSA III Guaynabo, PR | 6.5 |
| BAYAMONCITO Aguas Buenas, PR | 6.6 |
| CUCHILLAS Moca, PR | 6.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Sandalio Marcano
What grades does Sandalio Marcano serve?
Sandalio Marcano serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Sandalio Marcano?
Sandalio Marcano has an enrollment of approximately 179 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sandalio Marcano?
The student-teacher ratio at Sandalio Marcano is 8.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Sandalio Marcano rank in PR?
Sandalio Marcano ranks #385 of 842 schools in PR.
What is Sandalio Marcano's MySchoolScout rating?
Sandalio Marcano has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 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 Sandalio Marcano?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Sandalio Marcano has 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
Is Sandalio Marcano a charter school?
No, Sandalio Marcano is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Sandalio Marcano a Title I school?
No, Sandalio Marcano is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Sandalio Marcano?
91.1% of students at Sandalio Marcano 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
- 5 Car-Dependent
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 179
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 22
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 91.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Caguas Municipio
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 14.5%
- Phone
- (787) 747-3110
Resources & Links
District
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION- District Enrollment
- 240,910
- Schools in District
- 858
- District Rank
- #385 of 842
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