Serving 371 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Silvestre Martinez ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Puerto Rico for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 19% (which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 23%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 36%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the Puerto Rico state level of 10:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 371 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in PR
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Silvestre Martinez ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Puerto Rico for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Silvestre Martinez's student population of 371 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
371 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Rankings
Silvestre Martinez ranks within the top 50% of all 839 schools in Puerto Rico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Silvestre Martinez 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
#411 out of 839 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
23%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
36%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
10:1
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
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Silvestre Martinez's ranking?
Silvestre Martinez is ranked #411 out of 839 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?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 23% PR state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% PR state average).
How many students attend Silvestre Martinez?
371 students attend Silvestre Martinez.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Silvestre Martinez students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Silvestre Martinez?
Silvestre Martinez has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 10:1.
What grades does Silvestre Martinez offer ?
Silvestre Martinez offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Silvestre Martinez part of?
Silvestre Martinez is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
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