Very Good
#299 of 842 schools in PR
Top 35% in state
Ines Maria Mendoza Caguas
Elementary School · PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
BOX 4952-PMB 260, Caguas, PR 00727
Enrollment
143
Student-Teacher
9.5:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
143
Student-Teacher
9.5:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Puerto Rico schools
#299 of 842
In Caguas
#12 of 32
public schools
In district
#299 of 842
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
Academic performance
8.2 / 10
Excellent
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About Ines Maria Mendoza Caguas
Ines Maria Mendoza Caguas is a public elementary school in Caguas, PR, part of PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION. Ines Maria Mendoza Caguas serves approximately 143 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 9.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Ines Maria Mendoza Caguas has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #299 of 842 schools in PR.
Structured state assessment records for Ines Maria Mendoza Caguas show 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
- This school 7.2 · Very Good
- District avg 7.0
- PR avg 7.0
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 143 students, Ines Maria Mendoza Caguas is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.
With a student-teacher ratio of 9.5:1, Ines Maria Mendoza 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
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Ines Maria Mendoza Caguas — Students at Ines Maria Mendoza Caguas score 54% proficient, which is above 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
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.4/10.
How Ines Maria Mendoza Caguas Compares
See how Ines Maria Mendoza Caguas performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
BOX 4952-PMB 260, Caguas, PR 00727
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Ines Maria Mendoza Caguas may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PAULA MOJICA (rated 9.1/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ROSA C. BENITEZ (rated 8.8/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, JUSTINA VAZQUEZ MENDOZA (rated 8.7/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Caguas, see our Caguas schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| JOSE MERCADO Caguas | 0.5 mi | 7.2 |
| VIDAL SERRANO Gurabo | 1.1 mi | 6.8 |
| ABELARDO DIAZ MORALES Caguas | 1.4 mi | 4.7 |
| BENITA GONZALEZ QUINONES Caguas | 1.5 mi | 8.3 |
| JUSTINA VAZQUEZ MENDOZA Caguas | 1.8 mi | 8.7 |
| NICOLAS AGUAYO ALDEA Caguas | 1.8 mi | 6.9 |
| REPUBLICA DE COSTA RICA Caguas | 1.8 mi | 7.4 |
| GERARDO SELLES SOLA CAGUAS Caguas | 1.9 mi | 8.0 |
| MANUELA TORO MORICE Caguas | 1.9 mi | 5.9 |
| LUIS RAMOS GONZALEZ Caguas | 1.9 mi | 2.7 |
| JOSE GAUTIER BENITEZ CAGUAS Caguas | 1.9 mi | 4.5 |
| LUIS MUNOZ RIVERA CAGUAS Caguas | 2.1 mi | 6.9 |
| ANTONIO S PEDREIRA - PRETECNICA Caguas | 2.1 mi | 4.6 |
| SANDALIO MARCANO Caguas | 2.3 mi | 6.5 |
| PAULA MOJICA Caguas | 2.2 mi | 9.1 |
| ROSA C. BENITEZ Caguas | 2.3 mi | 8.8 |
| DIEGO VAZQUEZ Caguas | 2.3 mi | 4.4 |
| FELIPE RIVERA CENTENO Caguas | 2.5 mi | 5.0 |
| PEPITA GARRIGA Caguas | 2.6 mi | 8.5 |
| MYRNA M. FUENTES Caguas | 2.6 mi | 6.7 |
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
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Ines Maria Mendoza Caguas
What grades does Ines Maria Mendoza Caguas serve?
Ines Maria Mendoza Caguas serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Ines Maria Mendoza Caguas?
Ines Maria Mendoza Caguas has an enrollment of approximately 143 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Ines Maria Mendoza Caguas?
The student-teacher ratio at Ines Maria Mendoza Caguas is 9.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Ines Maria Mendoza Caguas rank in PR?
Ines Maria Mendoza Caguas ranks #299 of 842 schools in PR.
What is Ines Maria Mendoza Caguas's MySchoolScout rating?
Ines Maria Mendoza Caguas has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 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 Ines Maria Mendoza Caguas?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Ines Maria Mendoza Caguas has 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
Is Ines Maria Mendoza Caguas a charter school?
No, Ines Maria Mendoza Caguas is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Ines Maria Mendoza Caguas a Title I school?
No, Ines Maria Mendoza Caguas is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Ines Maria Mendoza Caguas?
90.9% of students at Ines Maria Mendoza 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.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 143
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 15
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 90.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Caguas Municipio
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 21.0%
- Phone
- (787) 744-6447
Resources & Links
District
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION- District Enrollment
- 240,910
- Schools in District
- 858
- District Rank
- #299 of 842
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