Below Average
#650 of 842 schools in PR
Stella Marquez
School · PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
PO BOX 1156, Salinas, PR 00751
Enrollment
545
Student-Teacher
11.8:1
Score
4.9
Grades
4th – 12th
Enrollment
545
Student-Teacher
11.8:1
Score
4.9
Grades
4th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Puerto Rico schools
#650 of 842
In Salinas
#6 of 9
public schools
In district
#650 of 842
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
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About Stella Marquez
Stella Marquez is a public school in Salinas, PR, part of PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION. Stella Marquez serves approximately 545 students, and covers grades 4th-12th, and has a 11.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Stella Marquez has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10 and ranks #650 of 842 schools in PR.
Structured state assessment records for Stella Marquez show 4% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
- This school 4.9 · Below Average
- District avg 6.3
- PR avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
61% of students at Stella Marquez 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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Stella Marquez — Students at Stella Marquez score 20% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
91.2%
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: 5.7/10.
How Stella Marquez Compares
See how Stella Marquez performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
PO BOX 1156, Salinas, PR 00751
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Stella Marquez may also want to explore other schools in the area. FELIX GARAY ORTIZ (rated 9.5/10, 2.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is INTERMEDIA COQUI (rated 9.1/10, 4.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, JOSE RAMON RODRIGUEZ (rated 9.0/10, 8.3 miles away, in nearby Coamo), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Salinas, see our Salinas schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 8.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| SUPERIOR URBANA DE SALINAS Salinas | 1.0 mi | 4.0 |
| ELEMENTAL URBANA SALINAS Salinas | 1.0 mi | 8.5 |
| LAS MAREAS Salinas | 2.7 mi | 4.8 |
| FELIX GARAY ORTIZ Salinas | 2.9 mi | 9.5 |
| ROMAN COLON CORREA Coamo | 4.1 mi | 7.1 |
| ANTONIO LEDEE COLON Salinas | 4.6 mi | 3.9 |
| JOSE PADIN Salinas | 4.7 mi | 7.6 |
| INTERMEDIA COQUI Salinas | 4.6 mi | 9.1 |
| ANA VALLDEJULY Santa Isabel | 4.7 mi | 8.8 |
| EUGENIO GUERRA CRUZ Salinas | 5.9 mi | 6.8 |
| EUGENIO NAZARIO SOTO Coamo | 7.4 mi | 7.7 |
| MARTIN G. BRUMBAUGH Santa Isabel | 7.1 mi | 8.1 |
| MANUEL MARTIN MONSERRATE Santa Isabel | 7.2 mi | 4.5 |
| ELVIRA M. COLON Santa Isabel | 7.2 mi | 4.7 |
| JOSE RAMON RODRIGUEZ Coamo | 8.3 mi | 9.0 |
| RAMON JOSE DAVILA Coamo | 8.3 mi | 6.0 |
| PURIFICACION RODRIGUEZ Coamo | 8.3 mi | 8.0 |
| JOSE M ESPADA ZAYAS Coamo | 8.4 mi | 5.7 |
| FLORENCIO SANTIAGO Coamo | 8.5 mi | 7.6 |
| BENJAMIN FRANKLIN Coamo | 8.5 mi | 3.8 |
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 |
|---|---|
| EPIFANIO ESTRADA AGUADA Aguada, PR | 4.9 |
| ELPIDIO H. RIVERA Mayaguez, PR | 4.8 |
| TIMOTEO DELGADO Hatillo, PR | 5.1 |
| LEAP STEAM+E ACADEMY OF SAN JUAN - ALIANZA San Juan, PR | 4.5 |
| MANUEL A. BARRETO Mayaguez, PR | 4.4 |
| JORGE ROSARIO DEL VALLE San Lorenzo, PR | 4.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Stella Marquez
What grades does Stella Marquez serve?
Stella Marquez serves students in grades 4th through 12th.
How many students attend Stella Marquez?
Stella Marquez has an enrollment of approximately 545 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Stella Marquez?
The student-teacher ratio at Stella Marquez is 11.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Stella Marquez rank in PR?
Stella Marquez ranks #650 of 842 schools in PR.
What is Stella Marquez's MySchoolScout rating?
Stella Marquez has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 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 Stella Marquez?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Stella Marquez has 4% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
Is Stella Marquez a charter school?
No, Stella Marquez is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Stella Marquez a Title I school?
No, Stella Marquez is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Stella Marquez?
91.2% of students at Stella Marquez 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
- 19 Car-Dependent
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 4th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 545
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 46
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 91.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Town
- County
- Salinas Municipio
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 61.3%
- Phone
- (787) 824-3357
- 4-Year Graduation
- 67.0%
Resources & Links
District
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION- District Enrollment
- 240,910
- Schools in District
- 858
- District Rank
- #650 of 842
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