Serving 121 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Ines Maria Mendoza Caguas ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Puerto Rico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 23%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 36%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Puerto Rico state level of 10:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 100% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 121 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in PR
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ines Maria Mendoza Caguas's student population of 121 students has declined by 33% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
121 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Ines Maria Mendoza Caguas ranks within the top 30% of all 839 schools in Puerto Rico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ines Maria Mendoza Caguas is 0.08, 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
#186 out of 839 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
23%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
36%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
10:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
96%
100%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
White
4%
n/a
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.8%
42.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
74%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
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 Ines Maria Mendoza Caguas's ranking?
Ines Maria Mendoza Caguas is ranked #186 out of 839 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Puerto Rico.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 23% PR state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% PR state average).
How many students attend Ines Maria Mendoza Caguas?
121 students attend Ines Maria Mendoza Caguas.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Ines Maria Mendoza Caguas students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ines Maria Mendoza Caguas?
Ines Maria Mendoza Caguas has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 10:1.
What grades does Ines Maria Mendoza Caguas offer ?
Ines Maria Mendoza Caguas offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ines Maria Mendoza Caguas part of?
Ines Maria Mendoza Caguas is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
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