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Dr. Ramon Emeterio Betances

Middle School · PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION

PO BOX 371119, Cayey, PR 00737

Enrollment

374

Student-Teacher

10.7:1

Score

6.0

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Puerto Rico schools

#471 of 842

In Cayey

#9 of 14

public schools

In district

#471 of 842

PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION

School environment

7.2 / 10

Very Good

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Dr. Ramon Emeterio Betances

6.0/10

Middle School in Cayey · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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5.9/10

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About Dr. Ramon Emeterio Betances

Dr. Ramon Emeterio Betances is a public middle school in Cayey, PR, part of PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION. Dr.

Ramon Emeterio Betances serves approximately 374 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 10.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Dr. Ramon Emeterio Betances has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10 and ranks #471 of 842 schools in PR.

Structured state assessment records for Dr. Ramon Emeterio Betances show 8% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).

How it compares1.3 pts above district
  • This school 6.0 · Average
  • District avg 4.7
  • PR avg 4.7

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.5Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data9
Annual Change+0.76 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2018
TrendStable
Academics4.6Below Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency9% (2018 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency38% (2018 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency24% (2018 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)38% (model expectation from 2018 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-14.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile27th
Resources & Environment7.2Very Good25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.7:1
Chronic Absenteeism29.9%

Dr. Ramon Emeterio Betances — Students at Dr. Ramon Emeterio Betances score 24% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

91.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores PR EDFACTS (2017-18)

Math Proficiency 8.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2018)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 39.1% (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
2%
ELA
31%
2011
Math
9%
ELA
49%
2012
Math
7%
ELA
38%
2013
Math
7%
ELA
34%
2014
Math
4%
ELA
31%
2015
Math
5%
ELA
54%
2016
Math
4%
ELA
37%
2017
Math
26%
ELA
40%
2018
Math
9%
ELA
38%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.5/10.

How Dr. Ramon Emeterio Betances Compares

See how Dr. Ramon Emeterio Betances performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.0/10
44th percentile in PR
Academic
4.6/10
Below Average
Growth
6.5/10
Average
Environment
7.2/10
Very Good

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
91%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
35 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
29.9%

Location

PO BOX 371119, Cayey, PR 00737

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Dr. Ramon Emeterio Betances may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. BENIGNO CARRION (rated 8.9/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is VIRGINIA VAZQUEZ MENDOZA (rated 8.9/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, LUIS MUNOZ IGLESIAS (rated 8.7/10, 4.3 miles away, in nearby Cidra), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Cayey, see our Cayey schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.7 mi
School Distance Rating
MIGUEL MELENDEZ MUNOZ CAYEY Cayey 0.1 mi 5.9
CENTRO DE ADIESTRAMIENTO VOCACIONAL Cayey 0.1 mi 4.3
ELEMENTAL SALVADOR BRAU Cayey 0.2 mi 5.2
EMERITA LEON Cayey 0.6 mi 4.0
ELEMENTAL EMERITA LEON Cayey 0.6 mi 8.3
MIGUEL ANGEL JULIA COLLAZO - BELLAS ARTES Cayey 0.6 mi 8.6
BENIGNO FERNANDEZ GARCIA Cayey 0.7 mi 4.7
BENJAMIN HARRISON Cayey 0.8 mi 6.0
BENIGNO CARRION Cayey 0.8 mi 8.9
VIRGINIA VAZQUEZ MENDOZA Cayey 1.5 mi 8.9
EUGENIO MARIA DE HOSTOS CAYEY Cayey 2.8 mi 8.4
REGINO VEGA MARTINEZ Cidra 3.5 mi 5.1
RUTH EVELYN CRUZ SANTOS Cidra 3.6 mi 6.1
ANA J. CANDELAS Cidra 3.8 mi 6.7
CLEMENCIA MELENDEZ Cidra 3.9 mi 5.4
JESUS T. PINERO CIDRA Cidra 4.0 mi 8.2
VIOLETA REYES PEREZ Cidra 4.2 mi 5.9
LUIS MUNOZ IGLESIAS Cidra 4.3 mi 8.7
JUAN STUBBE Cidra 4.6 mi 7.1
GERARDO SELLES SOLA CAYEY Cayey 4.7 mi 7.9

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Dr. Ramon Emeterio Betances

What grades does Dr. Ramon Emeterio Betances serve?

Dr. Ramon Emeterio Betances serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Dr. Ramon Emeterio Betances?

Dr. Ramon Emeterio Betances has an enrollment of approximately 374 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Dr. Ramon Emeterio Betances?

The student-teacher ratio at Dr. Ramon Emeterio Betances is 10.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Dr. Ramon Emeterio Betances rank in PR?

Dr. Ramon Emeterio Betances ranks #471 of 842 schools in PR.

What is Dr. Ramon Emeterio Betances's MySchoolScout rating?

Dr. Ramon Emeterio Betances 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 Dr. Ramon Emeterio Betances?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Dr. Ramon Emeterio Betances has 8% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).

Is Dr. Ramon Emeterio Betances a charter school?

No, Dr. Ramon Emeterio Betances is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Dr. Ramon Emeterio Betances a Title I school?

No, Dr. Ramon Emeterio Betances is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Dr. Ramon Emeterio Betances?

91.2% of students at Dr. Ramon Emeterio Betances 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
374
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
35
Free/Reduced Lunch
91.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Cayey Municipio
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
29.9%

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academics, and learning environment — plus college readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, with growth counting most in elementary and middle grades. Equity data is shown for context but is not factored into the score. Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

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