Serving 414 students in grades 9-12, Benito Cerezo Vazquez 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 25-29% (which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 36%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is higher than the Puerto Rico state level of 10:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 414 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Graduation Rate: 80-84%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PR
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: The attendance zone for Benito Cerezo Marquez is located in the western part of Aguadilla, PR, covering approximately 75.6 square miles. Families within this area typically have a drive of 10-12 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 7.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Benito Cerezo Vazquez's student population of 414 students has declined by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
414 students
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
School Rankings
Benito Cerezo Vazquez 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 Benito Cerezo Vazquez 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
#642 out of 839 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
23%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
36%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
10:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
n/a
Hispanic
99%
100%
Black
1%
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)80-84%
74%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)83.3%
42.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
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 Benito Cerezo Vazquez's ranking?
Benito Cerezo Vazquez is ranked #642 out of 839 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Puerto Rico.
What schools are Benito Cerezo Vazquez often compared to?
Benito Cerezo Vazquezis often viewed alongside schools like Juan Suarez Pelegrina, Salvador Fuentes by visitors of our site.
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 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% PR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Benito Cerezo Vazquez?
The graduation rate of Benito Cerezo Vazquez is 80-84%, which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 74%.
How many students attend Benito Cerezo Vazquez?
414 students attend Benito Cerezo Vazquez.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Benito Cerezo Vazquez students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Benito Cerezo Vazquez?
Benito Cerezo Vazquez has a student ration of 11:1, which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 10:1.
What grades does Benito Cerezo Vazquez offer ?
Benito Cerezo Vazquez offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Benito Cerezo Vazquez part of?
Benito Cerezo Vazquez is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
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