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#631 of 842 schools in PR
Felipe Rivera Centeno
Middle School · PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
PO BOX 1177, Caguas, PR 00727
Enrollment
334
Student-Teacher
11.5:1
Score
5.0
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
334
Student-Teacher
11.5:1
Score
5.0
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Puerto Rico schools
#631 of 842
In Caguas
#23 of 32
public schools
In district
#631 of 842
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
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About Felipe Rivera Centeno
Felipe Rivera Centeno is a public middle school in Caguas, PR, part of PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION. Felipe Rivera Centeno serves approximately 334 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 11.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Felipe Rivera Centeno has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10 and ranks #631 of 842 schools in PR.
Structured state assessment records for Felipe Rivera Centeno show 2% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
- This school 5.0 · Average
- District avg 4.7
- PR avg 4.7
What Parents Should Know
67% of students at Felipe Rivera Centeno 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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Felipe Rivera Centeno — Students at Felipe Rivera Centeno score 24% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
91%
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: 6.2/10.
How Felipe Rivera Centeno Compares
See how Felipe Rivera Centeno performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
PO BOX 1177, Caguas, PR 00727
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Felipe Rivera Centeno may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. PAULA MOJICA (rated 9.1/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is JUSTINA VAZQUEZ MENDOZA (rated 8.7/10, 2.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PEPITA GARRIGA (rated 8.5/10, 0.4 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 |
|---|---|---|
| PEPITA GARRIGA Caguas | 0.4 mi | 8.5 |
| MANUELA TORO MORICE Caguas | 0.6 mi | 5.9 |
| REPUBLICA DE COSTA RICA Caguas | 0.9 mi | 7.4 |
| BENITA GONZALEZ QUINONES Caguas | 1.0 mi | 8.3 |
| PEDRO MILLAN RIVERA Caguas | 1.1 mi | 4.7 |
| ELOISA PASCUAL Caguas | 1.1 mi | 5.3 |
| NICOLAS AGUAYO ALDEA Caguas | 1.2 mi | 6.9 |
| ABELARDO DIAZ MORALES Caguas | 1.2 mi | 4.7 |
| LUIS MUNOZ RIVERA CAGUAS Caguas | 1.4 mi | 6.9 |
| DIEGO VAZQUEZ Caguas | 1.5 mi | 4.4 |
| PEPITA ARENAS Caguas | 1.5 mi | 7.9 |
| JOSE GAUTIER BENITEZ CAGUAS Caguas | 1.6 mi | 4.5 |
| LUIS RAMOS GONZALEZ Caguas | 1.6 mi | 2.7 |
| GERARDO SELLES SOLA CAGUAS Caguas | 1.7 mi | 8.0 |
| MYRNA M. FUENTES Caguas | 1.9 mi | 6.7 |
| VIDAL SERRANO Gurabo | 2.0 mi | 6.8 |
| JOSE MERCADO Caguas | 2.2 mi | 7.2 |
| PAULA MOJICA Caguas | 2.3 mi | 9.1 |
| JUSTINA VAZQUEZ MENDOZA Caguas | 2.4 mi | 8.7 |
| INES MARIA MENDOZA CAGUAS Caguas | 2.5 mi | 7.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 00727 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$33,403
Median Home Value
$147,800
Median Rent
$821/mo
Population
53,412
College Educated
40.1%
Homeownership
71.2%
Avg Commute
31.2 min
Poverty Rate
31.7%
Median Age
43.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| AGRIPINA SEDA Guanica, PR | 5.0 |
| PACHIN MARIN San Juan, PR | 5.0 |
| ESTER FELICIANO MENDOZA Aguadilla, PR | 5.1 |
| MERCEDES ROSADO Naranjito, PR | 4.9 |
| EUGENIO LE COMPTE BENITEZ Ponce, PR | 5.2 |
| FELIPE COLON DIAZ Juana Diaz, PR | 5.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Felipe Rivera Centeno
What grades does Felipe Rivera Centeno serve?
Felipe Rivera Centeno serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Felipe Rivera Centeno?
Felipe Rivera Centeno has an enrollment of approximately 334 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Felipe Rivera Centeno?
The student-teacher ratio at Felipe Rivera Centeno is 11.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Felipe Rivera Centeno rank in PR?
Felipe Rivera Centeno ranks #631 of 842 schools in PR.
What is Felipe Rivera Centeno's MySchoolScout rating?
Felipe Rivera Centeno has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 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 Felipe Rivera Centeno?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Felipe Rivera Centeno has 2% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
Is Felipe Rivera Centeno a charter school?
No, Felipe Rivera Centeno is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Felipe Rivera Centeno a Title I school?
No, Felipe Rivera Centeno is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Felipe Rivera Centeno?
91.0% of students at Felipe Rivera Centeno 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
- 77 Very Walkable
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 334
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 29
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 91.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Caguas Municipio
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 66.8%
- Phone
- (787) 746-5660
Resources & Links
District
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION- District Enrollment
- 240,910
- Schools in District
- 858
- District Rank
- #631 of 842
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