Serving 221 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Eugenio Maria De Hostos Cayey ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Puerto Rico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is higher 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 6:1 is lower than the Puerto Rico state level of 10:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 100% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 221 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in PR
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: The attendance zone for SU Eugenio Maria de Hostos covers approximately 52 square miles in the eastern part of Cayey, PR, with most students living an average of 4.4 miles from the school and a typical drive time of 10-12 minutes. The furthest edge of the zone is about 6.4 miles away from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Eugenio Maria De Hostos Cayey ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Puerto Rico for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Eugenio Maria De Hostos Cayey's student population of 221 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 29% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
221 students
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Eugenio Maria De Hostos Cayey ranks within the top 50% of all 839 schools in Puerto Rico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Eugenio Maria De Hostos Cayey 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
#394 out of 839 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
23%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
36%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
10:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
n/a
Hispanic
99%
100%
Black
n/a
n/a
White
1%
n/a
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
n/a
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8.6%
42.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
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 Eugenio Maria De Hostos Cayey's ranking?
Eugenio Maria De Hostos Cayey is ranked #394 out of 839 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Puerto Rico.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% 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).
How many students attend Eugenio Maria De Hostos Cayey?
221 students attend Eugenio Maria De Hostos Cayey.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Eugenio Maria De Hostos Cayey students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Eugenio Maria De Hostos Cayey?
Eugenio Maria De Hostos Cayey has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 10:1.
What grades does Eugenio Maria De Hostos Cayey offer ?
Eugenio Maria De Hostos Cayey offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Eugenio Maria De Hostos Cayey part of?
Eugenio Maria De Hostos Cayey is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
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