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#355 of 842 schools in PR

Top 42% in state

Jesus T. Pinero Caguas

Elementary School · PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION

PO BOX 1542, Caguas, PR 00725

Enrollment

176

Student-Teacher

8.4:1

Score

6.7

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Puerto Rico schools

#355 of 842

In Caguas

#17 of 32

public schools

In district

#355 of 842

PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION

School environment

9.7 / 10

Excellent

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Jesus T. Pinero Caguas

6.7/10

Elementary School in Caguas · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Jesus T. Pinero Caguas

Jesus T. Pinero Caguas is a public elementary school in Caguas, PR, part of PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION. Jesus T.

Pinero Caguas serves approximately 176 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 8.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Jesus T. Pinero Caguas has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #355 of 842 schools in PR.

Structured state assessment records for Jesus T. Pinero Caguas show 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 6.7 · Average
  • District avg 7.0
  • PR avg 7.0

What Parents Should Know

With an enrollment of 176 students, Jesus T. Pinero 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 8.4:1, Jesus T. Pinero 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 · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.9Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data9
Annual Change+0.46 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2018
TrendStable
Academics6.1Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency34.5% (2018 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency34.5% (2018 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency35% (2018 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)43% (model expectation from 2018 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-8.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile44th
Resources & Environment9.7Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio8.4:1

Jesus T. Pinero Caguas — Students at Jesus T. Pinero Caguas score 34% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 43%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

90.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores PR EDFACTS (2017-18)

Math Proficiency 36.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2018)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 35.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2018)
School
State
N/A

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

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2009
Math
37%
ELA
37%
2011
Math
37%
ELA
42%
2012
Math
27%
ELA
32%
2013
Math
22%
ELA
27%
2014
Math
37%
ELA
37%
2015
Math
47%
ELA
37%
2016
Math
32%
ELA
37%
2017
Math
54.5%
ELA
34.5%
2018
Math
34.5%
ELA
34.5%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 5.9/10.

How Jesus T. Pinero Caguas Compares

See how Jesus T. Pinero Caguas performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.7/10
58th percentile in PR
Academic
6.1/10
Average
Growth
5.9/10
Average
Environment
9.7/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
91%
Teaching Staff
8:1 student-teacher ratio
21 teachers

Location

PO BOX 1542, Caguas, PR 00725

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Jesus T. Pinero Caguas may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ELEMENTAL MARIANO ABRIL (rated 8.9/10, 3.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is PEPITA GARRIGA (rated 8.5/10, 3.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PEPITA ARENAS (rated 7.9/10, 3.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Caguas, see our Caguas schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.0 mi
School Distance Rating
ANTONIO DOMINGUEZ NIEVES Caguas 0.7 mi 4.6
FRANCISCO VALDES ROLA Caguas 0.8 mi 5.6
ALFONSO LOPEZ O'NEILL Aguas Buenas 1.3 mi 6.3
PEDRO MILLAN RIVERA Caguas 2.1 mi 4.7
ELOISA PASCUAL Caguas 2.2 mi 5.3
SUPERIOR URBANA JOSE FELIX RODRIGUEZ Aguas Buenas 2.8 mi 5.5
PEPITA ARENAS Caguas 3.0 mi 7.9
PEPITA GARRIGA Caguas 3.0 mi 8.5
FELIPE RIVERA CENTENO Caguas 3.1 mi 5.0
ELEMENTAL MARIANO ABRIL Caguas 3.3 mi 8.9
DIEGO VAZQUEZ Caguas 3.6 mi 4.4
DR. PEDRO ALBIZU CAMPOS AGUAS BUENAS Aguas Buenas 3.5 mi 6.2
MANUELA TORO MORICE Caguas 3.6 mi 5.9
MYRNA M. FUENTES Caguas 3.7 mi 6.7
REPUBLICA DE COSTA RICA Caguas 3.7 mi 7.4
LUIS MUNOZ RIVERA CAGUAS Caguas 3.8 mi 6.9
LUIS MUNOZ MARIN AGUAS BUENAS Aguas Buenas 3.7 mi 7.7
NICOLAS AGUAYO ALDEA Caguas 3.9 mi 6.9
JOSE F. DIAZ San Juan 4.0 mi 3.3
JOSE GAUTIER BENITEZ CAGUAS Caguas 4.0 mi 4.5

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 Jesus T. Pinero Caguas

What grades does Jesus T. Pinero Caguas serve?

Jesus T. Pinero Caguas serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.

How many students attend Jesus T. Pinero Caguas?

Jesus T. Pinero Caguas has an enrollment of approximately 176 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Jesus T. Pinero Caguas?

The student-teacher ratio at Jesus T. Pinero Caguas is 8.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Jesus T. Pinero Caguas rank in PR?

Jesus T. Pinero Caguas ranks #355 of 842 schools in PR.

What is Jesus T. Pinero Caguas's MySchoolScout rating?

Jesus T. Pinero Caguas has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 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 Jesus T. Pinero Caguas?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Jesus T. Pinero Caguas has 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).

Is Jesus T. Pinero Caguas a charter school?

No, Jesus T. Pinero Caguas is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Jesus T. Pinero Caguas a Title I school?

No, Jesus T. Pinero Caguas is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Jesus T. Pinero Caguas?

90.9% of students at Jesus T. Pinero 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
176
Student-Teacher Ratio
8.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
21
Free/Reduced Lunch
90.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Caguas Municipio

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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