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#471 of 842 schools in PR
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
Enrollment
374
Student-Teacher
10.7:1
Score
6.0
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
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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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).
- This school 6.0 · Average
- District avg 4.7
- PR avg 4.7
Score Breakdown
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Dr. Ramon Emeterio Betances — Students at Dr. Ramon Emeterio Betances score 24% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
91.2%
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: 6.5/10.
How Dr. Ramon Emeterio Betances Compares
See how Dr. Ramon Emeterio Betances performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
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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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| HEMETERIO COLON Ponce, PR | 5.9 |
| HECTOR M. RUIZ MARTINEZ Barceloneta, PR | 5.8 |
| DR. JOSE ANTONIO DAVILA Bayamon, PR | 5.5 |
| ANTONIO REYES Camuy, PR | 5.4 |
| FRANCISCO RIVERA CLAUDIO Morovis, PR | 6.6 |
| LIBERATA IRALDO Rio Grande, PR | 6.6 |
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.
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%
- Phone
- (787) 738-3745
Resources & Links
District
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION- District Enrollment
- 240,910
- Schools in District
- 858
- District Rank
- #471 of 842
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