Serving 259 students in grades 6-12, Antonio Dominguez Nieves 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 23%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower 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 Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 259 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Graduation Rate: 60-69%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PR
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Antonio Dominguez Nieves serves the east part of Caguas, PR, covering an area of approximately 21.3 square miles. Families in this zone can typically expect a 10-12 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge located about 6.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Antonio Dominguez Nieves's student population of 259 students has declined by 30% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
259 students
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
School Rankings
Antonio Dominguez Nieves 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 Antonio Dominguez Nieves 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
#764 out of 839 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
23%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
36%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
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
Graduation Rate
(21-22)60-69%
74%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)92.3%
42.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
14%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Antonio Dominguez Nieves's ranking?
Antonio Dominguez Nieves is ranked #764 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 23% PR state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% PR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Antonio Dominguez Nieves?
The graduation rate of Antonio Dominguez Nieves is 60-69%, which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 74%.
How many students attend Antonio Dominguez Nieves?
259 students attend Antonio Dominguez Nieves.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Antonio Dominguez Nieves students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Antonio Dominguez Nieves?
Antonio Dominguez Nieves has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 10:1.
What grades does Antonio Dominguez Nieves offer ?
Antonio Dominguez Nieves offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Antonio Dominguez Nieves part of?
Antonio Dominguez Nieves is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
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