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#455 of 842 schools in PR
Benjamin Harrison
High School · PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
PO BOX 3246, Cayey, PR 00736
Enrollment
704
Student-Teacher
10.5:1
Score
6.0
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
704
Student-Teacher
10.5:1
Score
6.0
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Puerto Rico schools
#455 of 842
In Cayey
#8 of 14
public schools
In district
#455 of 842
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
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About Benjamin Harrison
Benjamin Harrison is a public high school in Cayey, PR, part of PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION. Benjamin Harrison serves approximately 704 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 10.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Benjamin Harrison has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10 and ranks #455 of 842 schools in PR.
Structured state assessment records for Benjamin Harrison show 2% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 26% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
- This school 6.0 · Average
- District avg 5.7
- PR avg 5.7
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Benjamin Harrison sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
43% of students at Benjamin Harrison were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Benjamin Harrison — Students at Benjamin Harrison score 17% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
91.2%
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: 6.0/10.
How Benjamin Harrison Compares
See how Benjamin Harrison performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
PO BOX 3246, Cayey, PR 00736
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Benjamin Harrison may also want to explore other high schools in the area. MIGUEL ANGEL JULIA COLLAZO - BELLAS ARTES (rated 8.6/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is JESUS T. PINERO CIDRA (rated 8.2/10, 4.2 miles away, in nearby Cidra), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ANA J. CANDELAS (rated 6.7/10, 4.0 miles away, in nearby Cidra), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Cayey, see our Cayey schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| BENIGNO FERNANDEZ GARCIA Cayey | 0.2 mi | 4.7 |
| MIGUEL ANGEL JULIA COLLAZO - BELLAS ARTES Cayey | 0.2 mi | 8.6 |
| BENIGNO CARRION Cayey | 0.3 mi | 8.9 |
| EMERITA LEON Cayey | 0.6 mi | 4.0 |
| ELEMENTAL EMERITA LEON Cayey | 0.7 mi | 8.3 |
| DR. RAMON EMETERIO BETANCES Cayey | 0.8 mi | 6.0 |
| MIGUEL MELENDEZ MUNOZ CAYEY Cayey | 0.9 mi | 5.9 |
| ELEMENTAL SALVADOR BRAU Cayey | 0.9 mi | 5.2 |
| CENTRO DE ADIESTRAMIENTO VOCACIONAL Cayey | 0.9 mi | 4.3 |
| VIRGINIA VAZQUEZ MENDOZA Cayey | 2.1 mi | 8.9 |
| EUGENIO MARIA DE HOSTOS CAYEY Cayey | 2.2 mi | 8.4 |
| CLEMENCIA MELENDEZ Cidra | 3.6 mi | 5.4 |
| RUTH EVELYN CRUZ SANTOS Cidra | 3.8 mi | 6.1 |
| REGINO VEGA MARTINEZ Cidra | 3.9 mi | 5.1 |
| ANA J. CANDELAS Cidra | 4.0 mi | 6.7 |
| JESUS T. PINERO CIDRA Cidra | 4.2 mi | 8.2 |
| VIOLETA REYES PEREZ Cidra | 4.3 mi | 5.9 |
| LUIS MUNOZ IGLESIAS Cidra | 4.5 mi | 8.7 |
| CARMEN ZENAIDA VEGA Aibonito | 4.9 mi | 8.2 |
| JUAN STUBBE Cidra | 5.2 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 |
|---|---|
| FRANCISCO MENDOZA Isabela, PR | 6.0 |
| RAMON JOSE DAVILA Coamo, PR | 6.0 |
| DR. JOSE N. GANDARA Aibonito, PR | 6.1 |
| DRA. CONCHITA CUEVAS Gurabo, PR | 5.9 |
| MANUELA TORO MORICE Caguas, PR | 5.9 |
| RUTH EVELYN CRUZ SANTOS Cidra, PR | 6.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Benjamin Harrison
What grades does Benjamin Harrison serve?
Benjamin Harrison serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Benjamin Harrison?
Benjamin Harrison has an enrollment of approximately 704 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Benjamin Harrison?
The student-teacher ratio at Benjamin Harrison is 10.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Benjamin Harrison rank in PR?
Benjamin Harrison ranks #455 of 842 schools in PR.
What is Benjamin Harrison's MySchoolScout rating?
Benjamin Harrison has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 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 Benjamin Harrison?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Benjamin Harrison has 2% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 26% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
Is Benjamin Harrison a charter school?
No, Benjamin Harrison is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Benjamin Harrison a Title I school?
No, Benjamin Harrison is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Benjamin Harrison?
91.2% of students at Benjamin Harrison 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
- 67 Somewhat Walkable
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 704
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 67
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 91.2%
- Type
- vocational
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Cayey Municipio
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 42.8%
- Phone
- (787) 738-1309
- 4-Year Graduation
- 87.0%
Resources & Links
District
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION- District Enrollment
- 240,910
- Schools in District
- 858
- District Rank
- #455 of 842
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