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#480 of 842 schools in PR
Cerro Gordo Medina
Elementary School · PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
PO BOX 2360, Moca, PR 00676
Enrollment
205
Student-Teacher
10.2:1
Score
5.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
205
Student-Teacher
10.2:1
Score
5.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Puerto Rico schools
#480 of 842
In Moca
#5 of 8
public schools
In district
#480 of 842
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
Academic performance
9.8 / 10
Excellent
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About Cerro Gordo Medina
Cerro Gordo Medina is a public elementary school in Moca, PR, part of PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION. Cerro Gordo Medina serves approximately 205 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 10.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Cerro Gordo Medina has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #480 of 842 schools in PR.
Structured state assessment records for Cerro Gordo Medina show 77% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 78% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
- This school 5.9 · Average
- District avg 7.0
- PR avg 7.0
Score Breakdown
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Cerro Gordo Medina — Students at Cerro Gordo Medina score 90% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
90.7%
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: 2.3/10.
How Cerro Gordo Medina Compares
See how Cerro Gordo Medina performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
PO BOX 2360, Moca, PR 00676
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Cerro Gordo Medina may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ANTONIO GONZALEZ SUAREZ (rated 8.4/10, 5.5 miles away, in nearby Anasco), which scores notably higher. Another option is ADOLFO BABILONIA (rated 8.2/10, 4.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, JUAN DE DIOS QUINONES (rated 8.1/10, 2.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Moca, see our Moca schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| TOMAS VERA AYALA Moca | 2.2 mi | 7.3 |
| JUAN DE DIOS QUINONES Moca | 2.6 mi | 8.1 |
| MARCELINO RODRIGUEZ ROMAN Moca | 2.7 mi | 3.3 |
| BERNALDO MENDEZ JIMENEZ San Sebastian | 3.3 mi | 5.0 |
| SUPERIOR CATALINA MORALES FLORES Moca | 3.8 mi | 5.1 |
| DR. EFRAIN SANCHEZ HIDALGO MOCA Moca | 4.1 mi | 3.4 |
| CUCHILLAS Moca | 4.2 mi | 6.6 |
| ADOLFO BABILONIA Moca | 4.4 mi | 8.2 |
| MANUEL MENDEZ LICIAGA San Sebastian | 4.6 mi | 7.0 |
| AQUILINO CABAN Aguada | 5.0 mi | 7.0 |
| CARMEN CASASUS MARTI Anasco | 5.2 mi | 6.9 |
| LUIS MUNOZ MARIN ANASCO Anasco | 5.2 mi | 4.8 |
| ERNESTINA MENDEZ San Sebastian | 5.2 mi | 5.0 |
| CARMELO SERRANO CUBANO San Sebastian | 5.4 mi | 7.1 |
| CRUZ MARIA GOMEZ DE MALAVE Anasco | 5.6 mi | 8.1 |
| ANTONIO GONZALEZ SUAREZ Anasco | 5.5 mi | 8.4 |
| JUAN LINO SANTIAGO Aguada | 5.5 mi | 8.0 |
| CENTRO VOCACIONAL ESPECIAL Aguada | 5.5 mi | 5.5 |
| ELADIO TIRADO LOPEZ Aguada | 5.5 mi | 5.2 |
| ALCIDES FIGUEROA Anasco | 5.7 mi | 7.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 00676 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$21,230
Median Home Value
$116,500
Median Rent
$506/mo
Population
36,836
College Educated
25%
Homeownership
64.2%
Avg Commute
28.6 min
Poverty Rate
46.1%
Median Age
42.3
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| CARMEN VIGNALS ROSARIO Cabo Rojo, PR | 5.9 |
| LUIS MUNOZ RIVERA LAS PIEDRAS Las Piedras, PR | 5.9 |
| MARIA M. SIMMONS DE RIVERA Vieques, PR | 5.9 |
| BERNARDO HUYKE Bayamon, PR | 6.0 |
| ISMAEL MALDONADO LUGARO Ponce, PR | 6.0 |
| MARIA VAZQUEZ DE UMPIERRE Bayamon, PR | 6.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Cerro Gordo Medina
What grades does Cerro Gordo Medina serve?
Cerro Gordo Medina serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Cerro Gordo Medina?
Cerro Gordo Medina has an enrollment of approximately 205 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Cerro Gordo Medina?
The student-teacher ratio at Cerro Gordo Medina is 10.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Cerro Gordo Medina rank in PR?
Cerro Gordo Medina ranks #480 of 842 schools in PR.
What is Cerro Gordo Medina's MySchoolScout rating?
Cerro Gordo Medina has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 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 Cerro Gordo Medina?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Cerro Gordo Medina has 77% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 78% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
Is Cerro Gordo Medina a charter school?
No, Cerro Gordo Medina is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Cerro Gordo Medina a Title I school?
No, Cerro Gordo Medina is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Cerro Gordo Medina?
90.7% of students at Cerro Gordo Medina 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
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 205
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 20
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 90.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize Suburb
- County
- Moca Municipio
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 8.3%
- Phone
- (787) 877-5850
Resources & Links
District
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION- District Enrollment
- 240,910
- Schools in District
- 858
- District Rank
- #480 of 842
How We Rate Schools
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