Average
#488 of 842 schools in PR
Dra. Conchita Cuevas
High School · PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
PO BOX 1293, Gurabo, PR 00778
Enrollment
462
Student-Teacher
10.7:1
Score
5.9
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
462
Student-Teacher
10.7:1
Score
5.9
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Puerto Rico schools
#488 of 842
In Gurabo
#4 of 6
public schools
In district
#488 of 842
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
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About Dra. Conchita Cuevas
Dra. Conchita Cuevas is a public high school in Gurabo, PR, part of PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION. Dra.
Conchita Cuevas serves approximately 462 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 10.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Dra. Conchita Cuevas has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #488 of 842 schools in PR.
Structured state assessment records for Dra. Conchita Cuevas show 3% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
- This school 5.9 · Average
- District avg 5.7
- PR avg 5.7
What Parents Should Know
While current test scores at Dra. Conchita Cuevas are below average, the school shows strong growth metrics — meaning students are making above-average progress year over year. This upward trajectory can be a positive indicator for families who value a school's ability to help students improve, even if absolute scores haven't caught up yet.
The chronic absenteeism rate at Dra. Conchita Cuevas was 78% 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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Dra. Conchita Cuevas — Students at Dra. Conchita Cuevas score 22% proficient, which is below 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
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.0/10.
How Dra. Conchita Cuevas Compares
See how Dra. Conchita Cuevas 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 1293, Gurabo, PR 00778
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Dra. Conchita Cuevas may also want to explore other high schools in the area. REPUBLICA DE COSTA RICA (rated 7.4/10, 3.6 miles away, in nearby Caguas), which scores notably higher. Another option is ANTONIO FERNOS ISERN (rated 6.5/10, 3.7 miles away, in nearby San Lorenzo), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, MANUELA TORO MORICE (rated 5.9/10, 3.3 miles away, in nearby Caguas), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Gurabo, see our Gurabo schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| VILLA MARINA Gurabo | 0.2 mi | 6.5 |
| MATIAS GONZALEZ GARCIA Gurabo | 0.4 mi | 3.2 |
| MARGARITA RIVERA DE JANER Gurabo | 0.4 mi | 4.6 |
| JOSEFINA SITIRICHE Gurabo | 1.3 mi | 6.5 |
| VIDAL SERRANO Gurabo | 2.4 mi | 6.8 |
| ABELARDO DIAZ MORALES Caguas | 2.8 mi | 4.7 |
| ROBERTO SILVA MORALES Juncos | 3.1 mi | 7.6 |
| INES MARIA MENDOZA CAGUAS Caguas | 3.3 mi | 7.2 |
| BENITA GONZALEZ QUINONES Caguas | 3.3 mi | 8.3 |
| MANUELA TORO MORICE Caguas | 3.3 mi | 5.9 |
| FELIPE RIVERA CENTENO Caguas | 3.4 mi | 5.0 |
| JOSE MERCADO Caguas | 3.5 mi | 7.2 |
| ANTONIO FERNOS ISERN San Lorenzo | 3.7 mi | 6.5 |
| REPUBLICA DE COSTA RICA Caguas | 3.6 mi | 7.4 |
| PEPITA GARRIGA Caguas | 3.8 mi | 8.5 |
| NICOLAS AGUAYO ALDEA Caguas | 3.9 mi | 6.9 |
| GENEROSO MORALES MUNOZ San Lorenzo | 4.2 mi | 4.0 |
| JOSE CAMPECHE SAN LORENZO San Lorenzo | 4.2 mi | 5.5 |
| ALFONSO DIAZ LEBRON Juncos | 4.1 mi | 3.6 |
| CARMEN ARZUAGA DE RIVERA Juncos | 4.1 mi | 7.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 00778 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$39,564
Median Home Value
$160,200
Median Rent
$674/mo
Population
40,391
College Educated
33.9%
Homeownership
77.3%
Avg Commute
34.1 min
Poverty Rate
32%
Median Age
41.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ASUNCION RODRIGUEZ DE SALA Guayanilla, PR | 5.9 |
| MANUELA TORO MORICE Caguas, PR | 5.9 |
| MIGUEL MELENDEZ MUNOZ CAYEY Cayey, PR | 5.9 |
| VOCACIONAL ANTONIO REYES PADILLA Utuado, PR | 5.9 |
| ANTOLIN SANTOS NEGRON Comerio, PR | 6.0 |
| FRANCISCO MENDOZA Isabela, PR | 6.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Dra. Conchita Cuevas
What grades does Dra. Conchita Cuevas serve?
Dra. Conchita Cuevas serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Dra. Conchita Cuevas?
Dra. Conchita Cuevas has an enrollment of approximately 462 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Dra. Conchita Cuevas?
The student-teacher ratio at Dra. Conchita Cuevas 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 Dra. Conchita Cuevas rank in PR?
Dra. Conchita Cuevas ranks #488 of 842 schools in PR.
What is Dra. Conchita Cuevas's MySchoolScout rating?
Dra. Conchita Cuevas has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 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 Dra. Conchita Cuevas?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Dra. Conchita Cuevas has 3% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
Is Dra. Conchita Cuevas a charter school?
No, Dra. Conchita Cuevas is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Dra. Conchita Cuevas a Title I school?
No, Dra. Conchita Cuevas is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Dra. Conchita Cuevas?
91.1% of students at Dra. Conchita Cuevas 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
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 462
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 43
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 91.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Gurabo Municipio
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 77.9%
- Phone
- (787) 737-2700
- 4-Year Graduation
- 72.0%
Resources & Links
District
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION- District Enrollment
- 240,910
- Schools in District
- 858
- District Rank
- #488 of 842
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