Serving 130 students in grades 6-12, Casiano Cepeda 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 10-14% (which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 36%).
The student-teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the Puerto Rico state level of 10:1.
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 130 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Graduation Rate: 70-79%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PR
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: The attendance zone for INT. CASIANO CEPEDA serves the eastern part of Rio Grande, PR, covering approximately 89.5 square miles. Families within this area typically have a drive of 10 to 12 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 9.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Casiano Cepeda's student population of 130 students has declined by 60% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
130 students
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Rankings
Casiano Cepeda 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 Casiano Cepeda 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
#798 out of 839 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
23%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
36%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
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
Graduation Rate
(21-22)70-79%
74%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)100%
42.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
78%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
14%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Casiano Cepeda's ranking?
Casiano Cepeda is ranked #798 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 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% PR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Casiano Cepeda?
The graduation rate of Casiano Cepeda is 70-79%, which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 74%.
How many students attend Casiano Cepeda?
130 students attend Casiano Cepeda.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Casiano Cepeda students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Casiano Cepeda?
Casiano Cepeda has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 10:1.
What grades does Casiano Cepeda offer ?
Casiano Cepeda offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Casiano Cepeda part of?
Casiano Cepeda is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
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