Excellent
#27 of 842 schools in PR
Top 3% in state
Dr. Cayetano Coll Y Toste
Elementary School · PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
PO BOX 992, Arecibo, PR 00612
Enrollment
519
Student-Teacher
8.7:1
Score
9.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
519
Student-Teacher
8.7:1
Score
9.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Puerto Rico schools
#27 of 842
In Arecibo
#2 of 20
public schools
In district
#27 of 842
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
Academic growth
10.0 / 10
Excellent
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Dr. Cayetano Coll Y Toste
Elementary School in Arecibo · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Dr. Cayetano Coll Y Toste
Dr. Cayetano Coll Y Toste is a public elementary school in Arecibo, PR, part of PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION. Dr.
Cayetano Coll Y Toste serves approximately 519 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 8.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Dr. Cayetano Coll Y Toste has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.3 out of 10 and ranks #27 of 842 schools in PR.
Structured state assessment records for Dr. Cayetano Coll Y Toste show 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 69% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
- This school 9.3 · Excellent
- District avg 7.0
- PR avg 7.0
What Parents Should Know
With a student-teacher ratio of 8.7:1, Dr. Cayetano Coll Y Toste 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 Dr. Cayetano Coll Y Toste was 34% 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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Dr. Cayetano Coll Y Toste — Students at Dr. Cayetano Coll Y Toste score 90% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
91.1%
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
↑ ImprovingAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 10.0/10.
How Dr. Cayetano Coll Y Toste Compares
See how Dr. Cayetano Coll Y Toste 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 992, Arecibo, PR 00612
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Dr. Cayetano Coll Y Toste may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ELBA LUGO CARRION (rated 9.5/10, 6.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is FACTOR 5 (rated 8.5/10, 1.7 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, ELI RAMOS ROSARIO (rated 8.1/10, 6.4 miles away, in nearby Barceloneta), a more accessible option. For more schools in Arecibo, see our Arecibo schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 6.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| FACTOR 5 Arecibo | 1.7 mi | 8.5 |
| FEDERICO DEGETAU ARECIBO Arecibo | 2.0 mi | 5.7 |
| SUPERIOR VOCACIONAL DE ARECIBO Arecibo | 2.1 mi | 6.8 |
| LUIS A FERRE AGUAYO Arecibo | 2.8 mi | 4.9 |
| EUGENIO MARIA DE HOSTOS ARECIBO Arecibo | 3.4 mi | 4.1 |
| ENRIQUE DE JESUS BORRAS Arecibo | 3.6 mi | 5.7 |
| VICENTE ACEVEDO BALLESTER Barceloneta | 4.5 mi | 6.4 |
| ANGELICA GOMEZ DE BETANCOURT Arecibo | 5.0 mi | 4.6 |
| DRA. MARIA CADILLA DE MARTINEZ Arecibo | 5.8 mi | 4.2 |
| IMBERY Barceloneta | 5.9 mi | 8.0 |
| HECTOR M. RUIZ MARTINEZ Barceloneta | 6.0 mi | 5.8 |
| JOHN W. HARRIS Arecibo | 6.2 mi | 6.3 |
| RICARDO RODRIGUEZ TORRES Florida | 6.3 mi | 8.0 |
| LEONARDO VALENTIN TIRADO Florida | 6.4 mi | 4.6 |
| ELI RAMOS ROSARIO Barceloneta | 6.4 mi | 8.1 |
| COTTO ANEXO Arecibo | 6.5 mi | 7.2 |
| ELBA LUGO CARRION Arecibo | 6.5 mi | 9.5 |
| VICTOR ROJAS I Arecibo | 6.6 mi | 5.6 |
| JUAN PONCE DE LEON II Florida | 6.8 mi | 6.7 |
| ABELARDO MARTINEZ OTERO Arecibo | 6.8 mi | 7.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 00612 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$23,831
Median Home Value
$112,300
Median Rent
$503/mo
Population
62,462
College Educated
29.5%
Homeownership
61.2%
Avg Commute
25.9 min
Poverty Rate
40.8%
Median Age
44.7
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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
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|---|---|
| CARMEN BOZELLO DE HUYKE Arroyo, PR | 9.4 |
| HECTOR HERNANDEZ ARANA Lares, PR | 9.4 |
| RUTHFORD B. HAYES Juana Diaz, PR | 9.2 |
| RAMON MORALES PENA Bayamon, PR | 9.1 |
| ANTERA ROSADO FUENTES Rio Grande, PR | 9.0 |
| HERMINIA GARCIA Ponce, PR | 8.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Dr. Cayetano Coll Y Toste
What grades does Dr. Cayetano Coll Y Toste serve?
Dr. Cayetano Coll Y Toste serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Dr. Cayetano Coll Y Toste?
Dr. Cayetano Coll Y Toste has an enrollment of approximately 519 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Dr. Cayetano Coll Y Toste?
The student-teacher ratio at Dr. Cayetano Coll Y Toste is 8.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Dr. Cayetano Coll Y Toste rank in PR?
Dr. Cayetano Coll Y Toste ranks #27 of 842 schools in PR.
What is Dr. Cayetano Coll Y Toste's MySchoolScout rating?
Dr. Cayetano Coll Y Toste has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.3 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 Dr. Cayetano Coll Y Toste?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Dr. Cayetano Coll Y Toste has 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 69% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
Is Dr. Cayetano Coll Y Toste a charter school?
No, Dr. Cayetano Coll Y Toste is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Dr. Cayetano Coll Y Toste a Title I school?
No, Dr. Cayetano Coll Y Toste is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Dr. Cayetano Coll Y Toste?
91.1% of students at Dr. Cayetano Coll Y Toste 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
- 16 Car-Dependent
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 519
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 60
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 91.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small Suburb
- County
- Arecibo Municipio
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 34.3%
- Phone
- (787) 881-5429
Resources & Links
District
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION- District Enrollment
- 240,910
- Schools in District
- 858
- District Rank
- #27 of 842
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