Serving 509 students in grades 9-12, Jose Gautier Benitez Caguas ranks in the bottom 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 ≤5% (which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 21%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is approximately equal to 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 (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 509 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Graduation Rate: 65-69% (Btm 50% in PR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jose Gautier Benitez Caguas ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Puerto Rico for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Jose Gautier Benitez Caguas's student population of 509 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
509 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Jose Gautier Benitez Caguas ranks within the bottom 50% of all 839 schools in Puerto Rico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jose Gautier Benitez 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
#483 out of 839 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
21%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
36%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
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
Graduation Rate
65-69%
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 Jose Gautier Benitez Caguas's ranking?
Jose Gautier Benitez Caguas is ranked #483 out of 839 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Puerto Rico.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 21% PR state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% PR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Jose Gautier Benitez Caguas?
The graduation rate of Jose Gautier Benitez Caguas is 65-69%, which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 74%.
How many students attend Jose Gautier Benitez Caguas?
509 students attend Jose Gautier Benitez Caguas.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Jose Gautier Benitez Caguas students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Jose Gautier Benitez Caguas?
Jose Gautier Benitez Caguas has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 10:1.
What grades does Jose Gautier Benitez Caguas offer ?
Jose Gautier Benitez Caguas offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Jose Gautier Benitez Caguas part of?
Jose Gautier Benitez Caguas is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
School Reviews
5 10/8/2015
One of the best schools in thecity of Caguas. Graduated in 1981, but still know is amongst the top 5 in town.
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