Serving 509 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Marta Velez De Fajardo (Especializada) ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Puerto Rico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 38% (which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the Puerto Rico state level of 11:1.
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 509 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in PR
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Marta Velez De Fajardo (Especializada)'s student population of 509 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
509 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Marta Velez De Fajardo (Especializada) ranks within the top 50% of all 836 schools in Puerto Rico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Marta Velez De Fajardo (Especializada) is 0.00, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.01. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#304 out of 836 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)38%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)52%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
n/a
Hispanic
100%
100%
Black
n/a
n/a
White
n/a
n/a
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
n/a
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
85%
85%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Marta Velez De Fajardo (Especializada)'s ranking?
Marta Velez De Fajardo (Especializada) is ranked #304 out of 836 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Puerto Rico.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% PR state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% PR state average).
How many students attend Marta Velez De Fajardo (Especializada)?
509 students attend Marta Velez De Fajardo (Especializada).
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Marta Velez De Fajardo (Especializada) students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Marta Velez De Fajardo (Especializada)?
Marta Velez De Fajardo (Especializada) has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the Puerto Rico state average of 11:1.
What grades does Marta Velez De Fajardo (Especializada) offer ?
Marta Velez De Fajardo (Especializada) offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Marta Velez De Fajardo (Especializada) part of?
Marta Velez De Fajardo (Especializada) is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
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