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Charles E. Miner

Elementary School · PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION

URB VILLA NUEVA CALLE 25, Caguas, PR 00727

Enrollment

96

Student-Teacher

8:1

Score

5.3

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Puerto Rico schools

#573 of 842

In Caguas

#21 of 32

public schools

In district

#573 of 842

PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION

Academic performance

8.6 / 10

Excellent

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Charles E. Miner

5.3/10

Elementary School in Caguas · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Charles E. Miner

Charles E. Miner is a public elementary school in Caguas, PR, part of PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION. Charles E.

Miner serves approximately 96 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 8:1 student-teacher ratio. Charles E. Miner has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10 and ranks #573 of 842 schools in PR.

Structured state assessment records for Charles E. Miner show 66% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 75% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).

How it compares1.7 pts below district
  • This school 5.3 · Average
  • District avg 7.0
  • PR avg 7.0

What Parents Should Know

At 96 students, Charles E. Miner is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

At 8:1 students to teachers, Charles E. Miner sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

49% of students at Charles E. Miner 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.3Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data9
Annual Change-0.87 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2018
TrendStable
Academics8.6Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency62% (2018 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency62% (2018 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency62% (2018 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)48% (model expectation from 2018 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+14.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile78th
Resources & Environment5.5Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio8:1
Chronic Absenteeism49%

Charles E. Miner — Students at Charles E. Miner score 62% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 48%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

90.6%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores PR EDFACTS (2017-18)

Math Proficiency 65.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2018)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 74.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2018)
School
State
N/A

Based on 18 test records from PR state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
52%
ELA
57%
2011
Math
67%
ELA
92%
2012
Math
82%
ELA
97.5%
2013
Math
62%
ELA
87%
2014
Math
67%
ELA
82%
2015
Math
62%
ELA
67%
2016
Math
82%
ELA
77%
2017
Math
57%
ELA
52%
2018
Math
62%
ELA
62%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 3.3/10.

How Charles E. Miner Compares

See how Charles E. Miner performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.3/10
32th percentile in PR
Academic
8.6/10
Excellent
Growth
3.3/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
5.5/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
91%
Teaching Staff
8:1 student-teacher ratio
12 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
49.0%

Location

URB VILLA NUEVA CALLE 25, Caguas, PR 00727

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Charles E. Miner may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PAULA MOJICA (rated 9.1/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ROSA C. BENITEZ (rated 8.8/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, JUSTINA VAZQUEZ MENDOZA (rated 8.7/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Caguas, see our Caguas schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.9 mi
School Distance Rating
DR. JUAN JOSE OSUNA Caguas 0.4 mi 6.7
HAYDEE CABALLERO Caguas 0.5 mi 4.5
CONCEPCION MENDEZ CANO Caguas 0.7 mi 4.1
ROSA C. BENITEZ Caguas 0.8 mi 8.8
ANTONIO S PEDREIRA - PRETECNICA Caguas 1.0 mi 4.6
PAULA MOJICA Caguas 1.2 mi 9.1
JUSTINA VAZQUEZ MENDOZA Caguas 1.4 mi 8.7
MYRNA M. FUENTES Caguas 1.6 mi 6.7
LUIS RAMOS GONZALEZ Caguas 1.8 mi 2.7
GERARDO SELLES SOLA CAGUAS Caguas 1.8 mi 8.0
JOSE GAUTIER BENITEZ CAGUAS Caguas 1.9 mi 4.5
DIEGO VAZQUEZ Caguas 2.0 mi 4.4
LUIS MUNOZ RIVERA CAGUAS Caguas 2.0 mi 6.9
PEPITA ARENAS Caguas 2.3 mi 7.9
NICOLAS AGUAYO ALDEA Caguas 2.3 mi 6.9
CIPRIANO MANRIQUE Caguas 2.5 mi 7.9
REPUBLICA DE COSTA RICA Caguas 2.7 mi 7.4
JOSE MERCADO Caguas 2.7 mi 7.2
BENITA GONZALEZ QUINONES Caguas 2.9 mi 8.3
SANDALIO MARCANO Caguas 2.9 mi 6.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 00727 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$33,403

Median Home Value

$147,800

Median Rent

$821/mo

Population

53,412

College Educated

40.1%

Homeownership

71.2%

Avg Commute

31.2 min

Poverty Rate

31.7%

Median Age

43.2

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Charles E. Miner

What grades does Charles E. Miner serve?

Charles E. Miner serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Charles E. Miner?

Charles E. Miner has an enrollment of approximately 96 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Charles E. Miner?

The student-teacher ratio at Charles E. Miner is 8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Charles E. Miner rank in PR?

Charles E. Miner ranks #573 of 842 schools in PR.

What is Charles E. Miner's MySchoolScout rating?

Charles E. Miner has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 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 Charles E. Miner?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Charles E. Miner has 66% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 75% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).

Is Charles E. Miner a charter school?

No, Charles E. Miner is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Charles E. Miner a Title I school?

No, Charles E. Miner is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Charles E. Miner?

90.6% of students at Charles E. Miner qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
29 Car-Dependent

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
96
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
Teachers (FTE)
12
Free/Reduced Lunch
90.6%
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
Caguas Municipio
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
49.0%

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