Below Average
#660 of 842 schools in PR
Benigno Fernandez Garcia
Middle School · PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
PO BOX 373274, Cayey, PR 00736
Enrollment
185
Student-Teacher
7.7:1
Score
4.7
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
185
Student-Teacher
7.7:1
Score
4.7
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Puerto Rico schools
#660 of 842
In Cayey
#12 of 14
public schools
In district
#660 of 842
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
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About Benigno Fernandez Garcia
Benigno Fernandez Garcia is a public middle school in Cayey, PR, part of PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION. Benigno Fernandez Garcia serves approximately 185 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 7.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Benigno Fernandez Garcia has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10 and ranks #660 of 842 schools in PR.
Structured state assessment records for Benigno Fernandez Garcia show 10% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
- This school 4.7 · Below Average
- District avg 4.7
- PR avg 4.7
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 185 students, Benigno Fernandez Garcia is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.
With a student-teacher ratio of 7.7:1, Benigno Fernandez Garcia 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 Benigno Fernandez Garcia was 52% 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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Benigno Fernandez Garcia — Students at Benigno Fernandez Garcia score 24% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 45%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
90.8%
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
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 4.8/10.
How Benigno Fernandez Garcia Compares
See how Benigno Fernandez Garcia performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
PO BOX 373274, Cayey, PR 00736
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Benigno Fernandez Garcia may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. BENIGNO CARRION (rated 8.9/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is VIRGINIA VAZQUEZ MENDOZA (rated 8.9/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, LUIS MUNOZ IGLESIAS (rated 8.7/10, 4.4 miles away, in nearby Cidra), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Cayey, see our Cayey schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| MIGUEL ANGEL JULIA COLLAZO - BELLAS ARTES Cayey | 0.1 mi | 8.6 |
| BENJAMIN HARRISON Cayey | 0.2 mi | 6.0 |
| BENIGNO CARRION Cayey | 0.4 mi | 8.9 |
| EMERITA LEON Cayey | 0.5 mi | 4.0 |
| ELEMENTAL EMERITA LEON Cayey | 0.6 mi | 8.3 |
| DR. RAMON EMETERIO BETANCES Cayey | 0.7 mi | 6.0 |
| MIGUEL MELENDEZ MUNOZ CAYEY Cayey | 0.7 mi | 5.9 |
| ELEMENTAL SALVADOR BRAU Cayey | 0.7 mi | 5.2 |
| CENTRO DE ADIESTRAMIENTO VOCACIONAL Cayey | 0.8 mi | 4.3 |
| VIRGINIA VAZQUEZ MENDOZA Cayey | 1.9 mi | 8.9 |
| EUGENIO MARIA DE HOSTOS CAYEY Cayey | 2.3 mi | 8.4 |
| RUTH EVELYN CRUZ SANTOS Cidra | 3.7 mi | 6.1 |
| CLEMENCIA MELENDEZ Cidra | 3.7 mi | 5.4 |
| REGINO VEGA MARTINEZ Cidra | 3.8 mi | 5.1 |
| ANA J. CANDELAS Cidra | 3.9 mi | 6.7 |
| JESUS T. PINERO CIDRA Cidra | 4.1 mi | 8.2 |
| VIOLETA REYES PEREZ Cidra | 4.2 mi | 5.9 |
| LUIS MUNOZ IGLESIAS Cidra | 4.4 mi | 8.7 |
| JUAN STUBBE Cidra | 5.0 mi | 7.1 |
| CARMEN ZENAIDA VEGA Aibonito | 5.0 mi | 8.2 |
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
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Benigno Fernandez Garcia
What grades does Benigno Fernandez Garcia serve?
Benigno Fernandez Garcia serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Benigno Fernandez Garcia?
Benigno Fernandez Garcia has an enrollment of approximately 185 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Benigno Fernandez Garcia?
The student-teacher ratio at Benigno Fernandez Garcia is 7.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Benigno Fernandez Garcia rank in PR?
Benigno Fernandez Garcia ranks #660 of 842 schools in PR.
What is Benigno Fernandez Garcia's MySchoolScout rating?
Benigno Fernandez Garcia has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 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 Fernandez Garcia?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Benigno Fernandez Garcia has 10% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
Is Benigno Fernandez Garcia a charter school?
No, Benigno Fernandez Garcia is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Benigno Fernandez Garcia a Title I school?
No, Benigno Fernandez Garcia is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Benigno Fernandez Garcia?
90.8% of students at Benigno Fernandez Garcia 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
- 185
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 24
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 90.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Cayey Municipio
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 52.4%
- Phone
- (787) 738-2626
Resources & Links
District
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION- District Enrollment
- 240,910
- Schools in District
- 858
- District Rank
- #660 of 842
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