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#177 of 842 schools in PR

Top 21% in state

Gerardo Selles Sola Caguas

High School · PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION

PO BOX 669, Caguas, PR 00725

Enrollment

350

Student-Teacher

9:1

Score

8.0

Grades

6th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Puerto Rico schools

#177 of 842

In Caguas

#7 of 32

public schools

In district

#177 of 842

PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION

Academic growth

8.5 / 10

Excellent

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Gerardo Selles Sola Caguas

8.0/10

High School in Caguas · grades 6th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Gerardo Selles Sola Caguas

Gerardo Selles Sola Caguas is a public high school in Caguas, PR, part of PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION. Gerardo Selles Sola Caguas serves approximately 350 students, and covers grades 6th-12th, and has a 9:1 student-teacher ratio. Gerardo Selles Sola Caguas has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 out of 10 and ranks #177 of 842 schools in PR.

Structured state assessment records for Gerardo Selles Sola Caguas show 9% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).

How it compares2.3 pts above district
  • This school 8.0 · Excellent
  • District avg 5.7
  • PR avg 5.7

What Parents Should Know

With a student-teacher ratio of 9:1, Gerardo Selles Sola Caguas 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.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress8.5Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data9
Annual Change+2.47 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2018
TrendImproving
Academics7.1Very Good25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency9% (2018 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency75% (2018 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency42% (2018 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)39% (model expectation from 2018 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+2.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile58th
College Readiness8.3Excellent30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate90%+
AP Participation10.9%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment8.1Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio9:1
Chronic Absenteeism18.6%

Gerardo Selles Sola Caguas — Students at Gerardo Selles Sola Caguas score 42% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

91.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores PR EDFACTS (2017-18)

Math Proficiency 9.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2018)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 67.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2018)
School
State
N/A

Based on 18 test records from PR state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↑ Improving

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
3%
ELA
33%
2011
Math
13%
ELA
62%
2012
Math
5%
ELA
55%
2013
Math
11%
ELA
75%
2014
Math
7%
ELA
72%
2015
Math
11%
ELA
77%
2016
Math
12%
ELA
80%
2017
Math
12%
ELA
77%
2018
Math
9%
ELA
75%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.5/10.

How Gerardo Selles Sola Caguas Compares

See how Gerardo Selles Sola Caguas performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.0/10
79th percentile in PR
Academic
7.1/10
Very Good
Growth
8.5/10
Excellent
Environment
8.1/10
Excellent
AP Courses
1
State avg: 1
Advanced STEM
3/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
91%
Teaching Staff
9:1 student-teacher ratio
39 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
18.6%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs1 AP course offered
10.9% participation·State avg: 1 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses3 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22
Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

PO BOX 669, Caguas, PR 00725

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Gerardo Selles Sola Caguas may also want to explore other high schools in the area. REPUBLICA DE COSTA RICA (rated 7.4/10, 0.8 miles away), with a comparable rating. Another option is MANUELA TORO MORICE (rated 5.9/10, 1.2 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, JOSE GAUTIER BENITEZ CAGUAS (rated 4.5/10, 0.1 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Caguas, see our Caguas schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.7 mi
School Distance Rating
LUIS RAMOS GONZALEZ Caguas 0.1 mi 2.7
JOSE GAUTIER BENITEZ CAGUAS Caguas 0.1 mi 4.5
LUIS MUNOZ RIVERA CAGUAS Caguas 0.3 mi 6.9
NICOLAS AGUAYO ALDEA Caguas 0.5 mi 6.9
DIEGO VAZQUEZ Caguas 0.5 mi 4.4
PAULA MOJICA Caguas 0.7 mi 9.1
JUSTINA VAZQUEZ MENDOZA Caguas 0.7 mi 8.7
MYRNA M. FUENTES Caguas 0.8 mi 6.7
REPUBLICA DE COSTA RICA Caguas 0.8 mi 7.4
ANTONIO S PEDREIRA - PRETECNICA Caguas 0.9 mi 4.6
ROSA C. BENITEZ Caguas 1.1 mi 8.8
BENITA GONZALEZ QUINONES Caguas 1.1 mi 8.3
PEPITA ARENAS Caguas 1.2 mi 7.9
MANUELA TORO MORICE Caguas 1.2 mi 5.9
PEPITA GARRIGA Caguas 1.4 mi 8.5
CONCEPCION MENDEZ CANO Caguas 1.3 mi 4.1
JOSE MERCADO Caguas 1.4 mi 7.2
HAYDEE CABALLERO Caguas 1.4 mi 4.5
ABELARDO DIAZ MORALES Caguas 1.6 mi 4.7
FELIPE RIVERA CENTENO Caguas 1.7 mi 5.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 00725 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$27,505

Median Home Value

$139,900

Median Rent

$558/mo

Population

76,246

College Educated

30.5%

Homeownership

64.2%

Avg Commute

29.5 min

Poverty Rate

39.6%

Median Age

45.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Gerardo Selles Sola Caguas

What grades does Gerardo Selles Sola Caguas serve?

Gerardo Selles Sola Caguas serves students in grades 6th through 12th.

How many students attend Gerardo Selles Sola Caguas?

Gerardo Selles Sola Caguas has an enrollment of approximately 350 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Gerardo Selles Sola Caguas?

The student-teacher ratio at Gerardo Selles Sola Caguas is 9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Gerardo Selles Sola Caguas rank in PR?

Gerardo Selles Sola Caguas ranks #177 of 842 schools in PR.

What is Gerardo Selles Sola Caguas's MySchoolScout rating?

Gerardo Selles Sola Caguas has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 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 Gerardo Selles Sola Caguas?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Gerardo Selles Sola Caguas has 9% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).

Is Gerardo Selles Sola Caguas a charter school?

No, Gerardo Selles Sola Caguas is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Gerardo Selles Sola Caguas a Title I school?

No, Gerardo Selles Sola Caguas is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Gerardo Selles Sola Caguas?

91.1% of students at Gerardo Selles Sola Caguas 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
82 Very Walkable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 12th
Enrollment
350
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
Teachers (FTE)
39
Free/Reduced Lunch
91.1%
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
Caguas Municipio
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
18.6%
4-Year Graduation
90%+

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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