Serving 515 students in grades 9-12, Jose Gautier Benitez ranks in the bottom 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 ≤5% (which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the Puerto Rico state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 100% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 515 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: 60-64% (Btm 50% in PR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jose Gautier Benitez ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Puerto Rico for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Jose Gautier Benitez's student population of 515 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
515 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Jose Gautier Benitez ranks within the bottom 50% of all 836 schools in Puerto Rico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jose Gautier Benitez 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
#649 out of 836 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)≤5%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)35-39%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
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
Graduation Rate
60-64%
75%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
85%
85%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jose Gautier Benitez's ranking?
Jose Gautier Benitez is ranked #649 out of 836 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 33% PR state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% PR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Jose Gautier Benitez?
The graduation rate of Jose Gautier Benitez is 60-64%, which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 75%.
How many students attend Jose Gautier Benitez?
515 students attend Jose Gautier Benitez.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Jose Gautier Benitez students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Jose Gautier Benitez?
Jose Gautier Benitez has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 11:1.
What grades does Jose Gautier Benitez offer ?
Jose Gautier Benitez offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Jose Gautier Benitez part of?
Jose Gautier Benitez is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
School Reviews
5 10/8/2015
One of the best schools in thecity of Caguas. Graduated in 1981, but still know is amongst the top 5 in town.
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