Average
#397 of 842 schools in PR
Top 47% in state
Villa Marina
Elementary School · PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
PO BOX 580, Gurabo, PR 00778
Enrollment
255
Student-Teacher
12.8:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
255
Student-Teacher
12.8:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Puerto Rico schools
#397 of 842
In Gurabo
#2 of 6
public schools
In district
#397 of 842
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
Academic performance
8.9 / 10
Excellent
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About Villa Marina
Villa Marina is a public elementary school in Gurabo, PR, part of PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION. Villa Marina serves approximately 255 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 12.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Villa Marina has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #397 of 842 schools in PR.
Structured state assessment records for Villa Marina show 62% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 64% 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
The chronic absenteeism rate at Villa Marina was 33% in the 2022-23 school year, which is above the national average. Chronic absenteeism (missing 15 or more school days) can affect classroom dynamics and pacing. Parents should ask about the school's attendance support programs and what resources are available to help families address barriers to consistent attendance.
Score Breakdown
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Villa Marina — Students at Villa Marina score 64% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
91%
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
↑ ImprovingAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 5.1/10.
How Villa Marina Compares
See how Villa Marina performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
PO BOX 580, Gurabo, PR 00778
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Villa Marina may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PEPITA GARRIGA (rated 8.5/10, 3.6 miles away, in nearby Caguas), which scores notably higher. Another option is BENITA GONZALEZ QUINONES (rated 8.3/10, 3.1 miles away, in nearby Caguas), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ROBERTO SILVA MORALES (rated 7.6/10, 3.3 miles away, in nearby Juncos), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Gurabo, see our Gurabo schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| DRA. CONCHITA CUEVAS Gurabo | 0.2 mi | 5.9 |
| MARGARITA RIVERA DE JANER Gurabo | 0.4 mi | 4.6 |
| MATIAS GONZALEZ GARCIA Gurabo | 0.5 mi | 3.2 |
| JOSEFINA SITIRICHE Gurabo | 1.3 mi | 6.5 |
| VIDAL SERRANO Gurabo | 2.3 mi | 6.8 |
| ABELARDO DIAZ MORALES Caguas | 2.6 mi | 4.7 |
| BENITA GONZALEZ QUINONES Caguas | 3.1 mi | 8.3 |
| MANUELA TORO MORICE Caguas | 3.2 mi | 5.9 |
| INES MARIA MENDOZA CAGUAS Caguas | 3.3 mi | 7.2 |
| FELIPE RIVERA CENTENO Caguas | 3.2 mi | 5.0 |
| ROBERTO SILVA MORALES Juncos | 3.3 mi | 7.6 |
| JOSE MERCADO Caguas | 3.4 mi | 7.2 |
| REPUBLICA DE COSTA RICA Caguas | 3.5 mi | 7.4 |
| PEPITA GARRIGA Caguas | 3.6 mi | 8.5 |
| ANTONIO FERNOS ISERN San Lorenzo | 3.9 mi | 6.5 |
| NICOLAS AGUAYO ALDEA Caguas | 3.8 mi | 6.9 |
| GENEROSO MORALES MUNOZ San Lorenzo | 4.3 mi | 4.0 |
| LUIS MUNOZ RIVERA CAGUAS Caguas | 4.1 mi | 6.9 |
| JOSE CAMPECHE SAN LORENZO San Lorenzo | 4.4 mi | 5.5 |
| PEDRO MILLAN RIVERA Caguas | 4.1 mi | 4.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 00778 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$39,564
Median Home Value
$160,200
Median Rent
$674/mo
Population
40,391
College Educated
33.9%
Homeownership
77.3%
Avg Commute
34.1 min
Poverty Rate
32%
Median Age
41.6
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 |
| JACINTO LOPEZ MARTINEZ Toa Baja, PR | 6.5 |
| JOSEFINA SITIRICHE Gurabo, PR | 6.5 |
| JULIAN MARRERO Corozal, PR | 6.5 |
| PRISCO FUENTES Canovanas, PR | 6.5 |
| SANDALIO MARCANO Caguas, PR | 6.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Villa Marina
What grades does Villa Marina serve?
Villa Marina serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Villa Marina?
Villa Marina has an enrollment of approximately 255 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Villa Marina?
The student-teacher ratio at Villa Marina is 12.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Villa Marina rank in PR?
Villa Marina ranks #397 of 842 schools in PR.
What is Villa Marina's MySchoolScout rating?
Villa Marina 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 Villa Marina?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Villa Marina has 62% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
Is Villa Marina a charter school?
No, Villa Marina is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Villa Marina a Title I school?
No, Villa Marina is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Villa Marina?
91.0% of students at Villa Marina qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 255
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 20
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 91.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Gurabo Municipio
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 33.3%
- Phone
- (787) 737-4344
Resources & Links
District
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION- District Enrollment
- 240,910
- Schools in District
- 858
- District Rank
- #397 of 842
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