Serving 352 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Aquilino Caban 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 18% (which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 23%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20% (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 Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 352 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PR
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Aquilino Caban serves the western part of Aguada, PR, covering an area of approximately 45.5 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a drive of 10 to 12 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 6.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Aquilino Caban's student population of 352 students has declined by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
352 students
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Aquilino Caban 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 Aquilino Caban 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
#637 out of 839 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
23%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
36%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
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
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)49.7%
42.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
14%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Aquilino Caban's ranking?
Aquilino Caban is ranked #637 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?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 23% PR state average), while 20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% PR state average).
How many students attend Aquilino Caban?
352 students attend Aquilino Caban.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Aquilino Caban students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Aquilino Caban?
Aquilino Caban has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 10:1.
What grades does Aquilino Caban offer ?
Aquilino Caban offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Aquilino Caban part of?
Aquilino Caban is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
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