Excellent
#61 of 842 schools in PR
Top 7% in state
Benigno Carrion
Elementary School · PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
PO BOX 373275, Cayey, PR 00736
Enrollment
308
Student-Teacher
9.9:1
Score
8.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
308
Student-Teacher
9.9:1
Score
8.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Puerto Rico schools
#61 of 842
In Cayey
#2 of 14
public schools
In district
#61 of 842
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
School environment
9.7 / 10
Excellent
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About Benigno Carrion
Benigno Carrion is a public elementary school in Cayey, PR, part of PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION. Benigno Carrion serves approximately 308 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 9.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Benigno Carrion has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.9 out of 10 and ranks #61 of 842 schools in PR.
Structured state assessment records for Benigno Carrion show 61% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
- This school 8.9 · Excellent
- District avg 7.0
- PR avg 7.0
What Parents Should Know
With a student-teacher ratio of 9.9:1, Benigno Carrion 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.
Score Breakdown
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Benigno Carrion — Students at Benigno Carrion score 75% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 43%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
90.9%
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: 8.3/10.
How Benigno Carrion Compares
See how Benigno Carrion performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
PO BOX 373275, Cayey, PR 00736
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Benigno Carrion may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. VIRGINIA VAZQUEZ MENDOZA (rated 8.9/10, 2.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is EUGENIO MARIA DE HOSTOS CAYEY (rated 8.4/10, 2.5 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, ELEMENTAL EMERITA LEON (rated 8.3/10, 0.4 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Cayey, see our Cayey schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| BENJAMIN HARRISON Cayey | 0.3 mi | 6.0 |
| BENIGNO FERNANDEZ GARCIA Cayey | 0.4 mi | 4.7 |
| EMERITA LEON Cayey | 0.4 mi | 4.0 |
| ELEMENTAL EMERITA LEON Cayey | 0.4 mi | 8.3 |
| MIGUEL ANGEL JULIA COLLAZO - BELLAS ARTES Cayey | 0.5 mi | 8.6 |
| DR. RAMON EMETERIO BETANCES Cayey | 0.8 mi | 6.0 |
| ELEMENTAL SALVADOR BRAU Cayey | 0.8 mi | 5.2 |
| MIGUEL MELENDEZ MUNOZ CAYEY Cayey | 0.9 mi | 5.9 |
| CENTRO DE ADIESTRAMIENTO VOCACIONAL Cayey | 1.0 mi | 4.3 |
| VIRGINIA VAZQUEZ MENDOZA Cayey | 2.2 mi | 8.9 |
| EUGENIO MARIA DE HOSTOS CAYEY Cayey | 2.5 mi | 8.4 |
| CLEMENCIA MELENDEZ Cidra | 4.0 mi | 5.4 |
| RUTH EVELYN CRUZ SANTOS Cidra | 4.0 mi | 6.1 |
| REGINO VEGA MARTINEZ Cidra | 4.1 mi | 5.1 |
| ANA J. CANDELAS Cidra | 4.2 mi | 6.7 |
| JESUS T. PINERO CIDRA Cidra | 4.5 mi | 8.2 |
| VIOLETA REYES PEREZ Cidra | 4.6 mi | 5.9 |
| LUIS MUNOZ IGLESIAS Cidra | 4.8 mi | 8.7 |
| CARMEN ZENAIDA VEGA Aibonito | 5.1 mi | 8.2 |
| JUAN STUBBE Cidra | 5.4 mi | 7.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 00736 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$28,652
Median Home Value
$142,300
Median Rent
$546/mo
Population
45,528
College Educated
28.4%
Homeownership
62.5%
Avg Commute
27 min
Poverty Rate
37%
Median Age
45.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ADALBERTO SANCHEZ MORALES Arroyo, PR | 8.9 |
| MANUEL ORTIZ Yabucoa, PR | 8.9 |
| VIRGINIA VAZQUEZ MENDOZA Cayey, PR | 8.9 |
| ANTERA ROSADO FUENTES Rio Grande, PR | 9.0 |
| ANTONIO GEIGEL PAREDES Isabela, PR | 8.8 |
| EPIFANIO ESTRADA ISABELA Isabela, PR | 9.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Benigno Carrion
What grades does Benigno Carrion serve?
Benigno Carrion serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Benigno Carrion?
Benigno Carrion has an enrollment of approximately 308 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Benigno Carrion?
The student-teacher ratio at Benigno Carrion is 9.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Benigno Carrion rank in PR?
Benigno Carrion ranks #61 of 842 schools in PR.
What is Benigno Carrion's MySchoolScout rating?
Benigno Carrion has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.9 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 Benigno Carrion?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Benigno Carrion has 61% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
Is Benigno Carrion a charter school?
No, Benigno Carrion is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Benigno Carrion a Title I school?
No, Benigno Carrion is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Benigno Carrion?
90.9% of students at Benigno Carrion qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
- Walk Score
- 64 Somewhat Walkable
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 308
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 31
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 90.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Cayey Municipio
- Phone
- (787) 738-3087
Resources & Links
District
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION- District Enrollment
- 240,910
- Schools in District
- 858
- District Rank
- #61 of 842
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