Benjamin Harrison

249 Ave Jose De Diego
Cayey, PR 00736
(School attendance zone shown in map)
3/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 704 students in grades 9-12, Benjamin Harrison 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 (2025)

  • School Type: Vocational school / Magnet School
  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 704 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
  • : 90-94%
  • : Bottom 50% in PR
  • : ≤5% (Btm 50%)
  • : 25-29% (Btm 50%)
  • : 35-39% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Benjamin Harrison ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Puerto Rico for:

Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools

School Overview

Benjamin Harrison's student population of 704 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 67 teachers has grown by 26% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
704 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
67 teachers

School Rankings

Benjamin Harrison 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 Benjamin Harrison 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.
This School
State Level (PR)
#642 out of 839 schools
(Bottom 50%)
≤5%
23%
25-29%
36%
35-39%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
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
0.00
(21-22)
90-94%
74%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
85%
85%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Benjamin Harrison's ranking?
Benjamin Harrison is ranked #642 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 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% PR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Benjamin Harrison?
The graduation rate of Benjamin Harrison is 90-94%, which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 74%.
How many students attend Benjamin Harrison?
704 students attend Benjamin Harrison.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Benjamin Harrison students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Benjamin Harrison?
Benjamin Harrison has a student ration of 11:1, which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 10:1.
What grades does Benjamin Harrison offer ?
Benjamin Harrison offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Benjamin Harrison part of?

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Quick Facts (2025)

  • School Type: Vocational school / Magnet School
  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 704 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
  • : 90-94%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : ≤5% (Btm 50%)
  • : 25-29% (Btm 50%)
  • : 35-39% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education

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