Serving 176 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Jesus T. Pinero Caguas ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Puerto Rico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-49% (which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 21%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-39% (which is approximately equal to 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 (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 176 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in PR
- Math Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jesus T. Pinero Caguas ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Puerto Rico for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Jesus T. Pinero Caguas's student population of 176 students has grown by 46% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has grown by 75% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
176 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Jesus T. Pinero Caguas 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 Jesus T. Pinero Caguas 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
#269 out of 839 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
21%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
36%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
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 Jesus T. Pinero Caguas's ranking?
Jesus T. Pinero Caguas is ranked #269 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?
40-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 21% PR state average), while 30-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% PR state average).
How many students attend Jesus T. Pinero Caguas?
176 students attend Jesus T. Pinero Caguas.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Jesus T. Pinero Caguas students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Jesus T. Pinero Caguas?
Jesus T. Pinero Caguas has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 10:1.
What grades does Jesus T. Pinero Caguas offer ?
Jesus T. Pinero Caguas offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Jesus T. Pinero Caguas part of?
Jesus T. Pinero Caguas is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
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