Very Good
#192 of 842 schools in PR
Top 23% in state
Gerardo Selles Sola Cayey
Elementary School · PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
PO BOX 6400 SUITE 455, Cayey, PR 00736
Enrollment
296
Student-Teacher
10.6:1
Score
7.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
296
Student-Teacher
10.6:1
Score
7.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Puerto Rico schools
#192 of 842
In Cayey
#6 of 14
public schools
In district
#192 of 842
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
Academic growth
9.0 / 10
Excellent
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About Gerardo Selles Sola Cayey
Gerardo Selles Sola Cayey is a public elementary school in Cayey, PR, part of PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION. Gerardo Selles Sola Cayey serves approximately 296 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 10.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Gerardo Selles Sola Cayey has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10 and ranks #192 of 842 schools in PR.
Structured state assessment records for Gerardo Selles Sola Cayey show 22% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
- This school 7.9 · Very Good
- District avg 7.0
- PR avg 7.0
What Parents Should Know
Located in a rural area, Gerardo Selles Sola Cayey may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.
Score Breakdown
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Gerardo Selles Sola Cayey — Students at Gerardo Selles Sola Cayey score 38% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 43%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
90.9%
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
↑ ImprovingAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.0/10.
How Gerardo Selles Sola Cayey Compares
See how Gerardo Selles Sola Cayey performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
PO BOX 6400 SUITE 455, Cayey, PR 00736
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Gerardo Selles Sola Cayey may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. VIRGINIA VAZQUEZ MENDOZA (rated 8.9/10, 3.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is ELEMENTAL EMERITA LEON (rated 8.3/10, 5.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, CIPRIANO MANRIQUE (rated 7.9/10, 4.1 miles away, in nearby Caguas), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Cayey, see our Cayey schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| JUAN STUBBE Cidra | 3.1 mi | 7.1 |
| VIRGINIA VAZQUEZ MENDOZA Cayey | 3.6 mi | 8.9 |
| CIPRIANO MANRIQUE Caguas | 4.1 mi | 7.9 |
| REGINO VEGA MARTINEZ Cidra | 4.1 mi | 5.1 |
| ELSA DIANI MARTINEZ TORRES Cayey | 4.2 mi | 7.4 |
| CENTRO DE ADIESTRAMIENTO VOCACIONAL Cayey | 4.5 mi | 4.3 |
| MIGUEL MELENDEZ MUNOZ CAYEY Cayey | 4.6 mi | 5.9 |
| ELEMENTAL SALVADOR BRAU Cayey | 4.7 mi | 5.2 |
| DR. RAMON EMETERIO BETANCES Cayey | 4.7 mi | 6.0 |
| DR. JUAN JOSE OSUNA Caguas | 5.0 mi | 6.7 |
| JESUS T. PINERO CIDRA Cidra | 4.9 mi | 8.2 |
| RUTH EVELYN CRUZ SANTOS Cidra | 5.0 mi | 6.1 |
| CHARLES E. MINER Caguas | 5.2 mi | 5.3 |
| ANA J. CANDELAS Cidra | 5.1 mi | 6.7 |
| LUIS MUNOZ IGLESIAS Cidra | 5.2 mi | 8.7 |
| ELEMENTAL EMERITA LEON Cayey | 5.2 mi | 8.3 |
| EMERITA LEON Cayey | 5.2 mi | 4.0 |
| MIGUEL ANGEL JULIA COLLAZO - BELLAS ARTES Cayey | 5.3 mi | 8.6 |
| BENIGNO FERNANDEZ GARCIA Cayey | 5.3 mi | 4.7 |
| BENJAMIN HARRISON Cayey | 5.5 mi | 6.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 00736 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$28,652
Median Home Value
$142,300
Median Rent
$546/mo
Population
45,528
College Educated
28.4%
Homeownership
62.5%
Avg Commute
27 min
Poverty Rate
37%
Median Age
45.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| DR. MODESTO RIVERA RIVERA Carolina, PR | 7.9 |
| JAIME L. DREW Ponce, PR | 7.9 |
| PEDRO COLON SANTIAGO Juana Diaz, PR | 7.9 |
| PEDRO MELENDEZ SANTIAGO Santa Isabel, PR | 7.9 |
| PEPITA ARENAS Caguas, PR | 7.9 |
| RAMON MARIN SOLA Guaynabo, PR | 7.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Gerardo Selles Sola Cayey
What grades does Gerardo Selles Sola Cayey serve?
Gerardo Selles Sola Cayey serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Gerardo Selles Sola Cayey?
Gerardo Selles Sola Cayey has an enrollment of approximately 296 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Gerardo Selles Sola Cayey?
The student-teacher ratio at Gerardo Selles Sola Cayey is 10.6:1. 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 Cayey rank in PR?
Gerardo Selles Sola Cayey ranks #192 of 842 schools in PR.
What is Gerardo Selles Sola Cayey's MySchoolScout rating?
Gerardo Selles Sola Cayey has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 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 Gerardo Selles Sola Cayey?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Gerardo Selles Sola Cayey has 22% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
Is Gerardo Selles Sola Cayey a charter school?
No, Gerardo Selles Sola Cayey is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Gerardo Selles Sola Cayey a Title I school?
No, Gerardo Selles Sola Cayey is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Gerardo Selles Sola Cayey?
90.9% of students at Gerardo Selles Sola Cayey 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
- 31 Car-Dependent
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 296
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 28
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 90.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Cayey Municipio
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 28.4%
- Phone
- (787) 263-0490
Resources & Links
District
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION- District Enrollment
- 240,910
- Schools in District
- 858
- District Rank
- #192 of 842
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