The Benjamin Harrison School in Cayey is a school in the Puerto Rico public school system.
Serving 695 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 (26-27)
- School Type: Vocational school / Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 695 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Graduation Rate: 90-94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PR
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 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 695 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 65 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
695 students
Total Classroom Teachers
65 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.
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)
35-39%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
10:1
Hispanic
100%
100%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(21-22)90-94%
74%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)43.3%
42.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
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 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?
695 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?
Benjamin Harrison is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
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