Serving 300 students in grades 6-12, Genaro Cautino ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Puerto Rico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 21%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85-89% (which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 36%).
The student:teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Puerto Rico state level of 10:1.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 300 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Graduation Rate: 70-79% (Top 50% in PR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Genaro Cautino ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Puerto Rico for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Genaro Cautino's student population of 300 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
300 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Genaro Cautino ranks within the top 10% of all 839 schools in Puerto Rico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Genaro Cautino is 0.02, which is more 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
#49 out of 839 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
21%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
36%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
10:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
n/a
Hispanic
99%
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
Graduation Rate
70-79%
74%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
85%
85%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Genaro Cautino's ranking?
Genaro Cautino is ranked #49 out of 839 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Puerto Rico.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 21% PR state average), while 85-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% PR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Genaro Cautino?
The graduation rate of Genaro Cautino is 70-79%, which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 74%.
How many students attend Genaro Cautino?
300 students attend Genaro Cautino.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Genaro Cautino students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Genaro Cautino?
Genaro Cautino has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 10:1.
What grades does Genaro Cautino offer ?
Genaro Cautino offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Genaro Cautino part of?
Genaro Cautino is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
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