Below Average
#746 of 842 schools in PR
Concepcion Mendez Cano
Elementary School · PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
PO BOX 9808, Caguas, PR 00725
Enrollment
175
Student-Teacher
8.8:1
Score
4.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
175
Student-Teacher
8.8:1
Score
4.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Puerto Rico schools
#746 of 842
In Caguas
#31 of 32
public schools
In district
#746 of 842
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
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Concepcion Mendez Cano
Elementary School in Caguas · grades Kindergarten – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Concepcion Mendez Cano
Concepcion Mendez Cano is a public elementary school in Caguas, PR, part of PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION. Concepcion Mendez Cano serves approximately 175 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 8.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Concepcion Mendez Cano has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 out of 10 and ranks #746 of 842 schools in PR.
Structured state assessment records for Concepcion Mendez Cano show 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
- This school 4.1 · Below Average
- District avg 7.0
- PR avg 7.0
What Parents Should Know
At 175 students, Concepcion Mendez Cano 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 8.8:1 students to teachers, Concepcion Mendez Cano sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
33% of students at Concepcion Mendez Cano 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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Concepcion Mendez Cano — Students at Concepcion Mendez Cano score 30% proficient, which is below 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
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 2.3/10.
How Concepcion Mendez Cano Compares
See how Concepcion Mendez Cano performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
PO BOX 9808, Caguas, PR 00725
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Concepcion Mendez Cano may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PAULA MOJICA (rated 9.1/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ROSA C. BENITEZ (rated 8.8/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, JUSTINA VAZQUEZ MENDOZA (rated 8.7/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Caguas, see our Caguas schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| HAYDEE CABALLERO Caguas | 0.3 mi | 4.5 |
| PAULA MOJICA Caguas | 0.7 mi | 9.1 |
| CHARLES E. MINER Caguas | 0.7 mi | 5.3 |
| ROSA C. BENITEZ Caguas | 0.7 mi | 8.8 |
| MYRNA M. FUENTES Caguas | 0.8 mi | 6.7 |
| ANTONIO S PEDREIRA - PRETECNICA Caguas | 0.9 mi | 4.6 |
| DR. JUAN JOSE OSUNA Caguas | 1.1 mi | 6.7 |
| JUSTINA VAZQUEZ MENDOZA Caguas | 1.2 mi | 8.7 |
| DIEGO VAZQUEZ Caguas | 1.3 mi | 4.4 |
| LUIS RAMOS GONZALEZ Caguas | 1.3 mi | 2.7 |
| JOSE GAUTIER BENITEZ CAGUAS Caguas | 1.3 mi | 4.5 |
| GERARDO SELLES SOLA CAGUAS Caguas | 1.3 mi | 8.0 |
| LUIS MUNOZ RIVERA CAGUAS Caguas | 1.4 mi | 6.9 |
| PEPITA ARENAS Caguas | 1.5 mi | 7.9 |
| NICOLAS AGUAYO ALDEA Caguas | 1.8 mi | 6.9 |
| REPUBLICA DE COSTA RICA Caguas | 2.1 mi | 7.4 |
| PEPITA GARRIGA Caguas | 2.3 mi | 8.5 |
| BENITA GONZALEZ QUINONES Caguas | 2.4 mi | 8.3 |
| MANUELA TORO MORICE Caguas | 2.5 mi | 5.9 |
| ELOISA PASCUAL Caguas | 2.5 mi | 5.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 00725 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$27,505
Median Home Value
$139,900
Median Rent
$558/mo
Population
76,246
College Educated
30.5%
Homeownership
64.2%
Avg Commute
29.5 min
Poverty Rate
39.6%
Median Age
45.3
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Concepcion Mendez Cano
What grades does Concepcion Mendez Cano serve?
Concepcion Mendez Cano serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Concepcion Mendez Cano?
Concepcion Mendez Cano has an enrollment of approximately 175 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Concepcion Mendez Cano?
The student-teacher ratio at Concepcion Mendez Cano is 8.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Concepcion Mendez Cano rank in PR?
Concepcion Mendez Cano ranks #746 of 842 schools in PR.
What is Concepcion Mendez Cano's MySchoolScout rating?
Concepcion Mendez Cano has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 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 Concepcion Mendez Cano?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Concepcion Mendez Cano has 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
Is Concepcion Mendez Cano a charter school?
No, Concepcion Mendez Cano is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Concepcion Mendez Cano a Title I school?
No, Concepcion Mendez Cano is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Concepcion Mendez Cano?
90.9% of students at Concepcion Mendez Cano 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
- 24 Car-Dependent
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 6th
- Enrollment
- 175
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 20
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 90.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Caguas Municipio
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 33.1%
- Phone
- (787) 744-1735
Resources & Links
District
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION- District Enrollment
- 240,910
- Schools in District
- 858
- District Rank
- #746 of 842
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