Below Average
#684 of 842 schools in PR
Antonio S Pedreira - Pretecnica
Middle School · PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
URB VILLA CARMEN 300 CALLE GUAYAMA, Caguas, PR 00725
Enrollment
258
Student-Teacher
9.2:1
Score
4.6
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
258
Student-Teacher
9.2:1
Score
4.6
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Puerto Rico schools
#684 of 842
In Caguas
#26 of 32
public schools
In district
#684 of 842
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
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Middle School in Caguas · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Antonio S Pedreira - Pretecnica
Antonio S Pedreira - Pretecnica is a public middle school in Caguas, PR, part of PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION. Antonio S Pedreira - Pretecnica serves approximately 258 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 9.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Antonio S Pedreira - Pretecnica has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 out of 10 and ranks #684 of 842 schools in PR.
Structured state assessment records for Antonio S Pedreira - Pretecnica show 17% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
- This school 4.6 · Below Average
- District avg 4.7
- PR avg 4.7
What Parents Should Know
With a student-teacher ratio of 9.2:1, Antonio S Pedreira - Pretecnica offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.
The chronic absenteeism rate at Antonio S Pedreira - Pretecnica was 81% in the 2022-23 school year, which is above the national average. Chronic absenteeism (missing 15 or more school days) can affect classroom dynamics and pacing. Parents should ask about the school's attendance support programs and what resources are available to help families address barriers to consistent attendance.
Score Breakdown
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Antonio S Pedreira - Pretecnica — Students at Antonio S Pedreira - Pretecnica score 28% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
91.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores PR EDFACTS (2017-18)
Based on 18 test records from PR state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↑ ImprovingAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 5.0/10.
How Antonio S Pedreira - Pretecnica Compares
See how Antonio S Pedreira - Pretecnica performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
URB VILLA CARMEN 300 CALLE GUAYAMA, Caguas, PR 00725
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Antonio S Pedreira - Pretecnica may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. PAULA MOJICA (rated 9.1/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ROSA C. BENITEZ (rated 8.8/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, JUSTINA VAZQUEZ MENDOZA (rated 8.7/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Caguas, see our Caguas schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ROSA C. BENITEZ Caguas | 0.2 mi | 8.8 |
| JUSTINA VAZQUEZ MENDOZA Caguas | 0.4 mi | 8.7 |
| PAULA MOJICA Caguas | 0.4 mi | 9.1 |
| HAYDEE CABALLERO Caguas | 0.8 mi | 4.5 |
| CONCEPCION MENDEZ CANO Caguas | 0.9 mi | 4.1 |
| GERARDO SELLES SOLA CAGUAS Caguas | 0.9 mi | 8.0 |
| LUIS RAMOS GONZALEZ Caguas | 0.9 mi | 2.7 |
| JOSE GAUTIER BENITEZ CAGUAS Caguas | 1.0 mi | 4.5 |
| MYRNA M. FUENTES Caguas | 1.1 mi | 6.7 |
| CHARLES E. MINER Caguas | 1.0 mi | 5.3 |
| DR. JUAN JOSE OSUNA Caguas | 1.1 mi | 6.7 |
| LUIS MUNOZ RIVERA CAGUAS Caguas | 1.2 mi | 6.9 |
| DIEGO VAZQUEZ Caguas | 1.2 mi | 4.4 |
| NICOLAS AGUAYO ALDEA Caguas | 1.4 mi | 6.9 |
| REPUBLICA DE COSTA RICA Caguas | 1.7 mi | 7.4 |
| JOSE MERCADO Caguas | 1.7 mi | 7.2 |
| PEPITA ARENAS Caguas | 1.8 mi | 7.9 |
| BENITA GONZALEZ QUINONES Caguas | 1.9 mi | 8.3 |
| MANUELA TORO MORICE Caguas | 2.1 mi | 5.9 |
| INES MARIA MENDOZA CAGUAS Caguas | 2.1 mi | 7.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 00725 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$27,505
Median Home Value
$139,900
Median Rent
$558/mo
Population
76,246
College Educated
30.5%
Homeownership
64.2%
Avg Commute
29.5 min
Poverty Rate
39.6%
Median Age
45.3
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| ERNESTO RAMOS ANTONINI SAN JUAN San Juan, PR | 4.5 |
| JOSE ONOFRE TORRES Yauco, PR | 4.5 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Antonio S Pedreira - Pretecnica
What grades does Antonio S Pedreira - Pretecnica serve?
Antonio S Pedreira - Pretecnica serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Antonio S Pedreira - Pretecnica?
Antonio S Pedreira - Pretecnica has an enrollment of approximately 258 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Antonio S Pedreira - Pretecnica?
The student-teacher ratio at Antonio S Pedreira - Pretecnica is 9.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Antonio S Pedreira - Pretecnica rank in PR?
Antonio S Pedreira - Pretecnica ranks #684 of 842 schools in PR.
What is Antonio S Pedreira - Pretecnica's MySchoolScout rating?
Antonio S Pedreira - Pretecnica has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Antonio S Pedreira - Pretecnica?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Antonio S Pedreira - Pretecnica has 17% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
Is Antonio S Pedreira - Pretecnica a charter school?
No, Antonio S Pedreira - Pretecnica is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Antonio S Pedreira - Pretecnica a Title I school?
No, Antonio S Pedreira - Pretecnica is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Antonio S Pedreira - Pretecnica?
91.1% of students at Antonio S Pedreira - Pretecnica qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 258
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 28
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 91.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Caguas Municipio
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 81.4%
- Phone
- (787) 743-4868
Resources & Links
District
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION- District Enrollment
- 240,910
- Schools in District
- 858
- District Rank
- #684 of 842
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