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 (26-27)
- 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%)
- 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
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
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%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
23%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
36%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
10:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
99%
100%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
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%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
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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