Below Average
#697 of 842 schools in PR
Jose Gautier Benitez Caguas
High School · PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
PO BOX 5536, Caguas, PR 00725
Enrollment
519
Student-Teacher
11.3:1
Score
4.5
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
519
Student-Teacher
11.3:1
Score
4.5
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Puerto Rico schools
#697 of 842
In Caguas
#29 of 32
public schools
In district
#697 of 842
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
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About Jose Gautier Benitez Caguas
Jose Gautier Benitez Caguas is a public high school in Caguas, PR, part of PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION. Jose Gautier Benitez Caguas serves approximately 519 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 11.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Jose Gautier Benitez Caguas has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10 and ranks #697 of 842 schools in PR.
Structured state assessment records for Jose Gautier Benitez Caguas show 2% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
- This school 4.5 · Below Average
- District avg 5.7
- PR avg 5.7
What Parents Should Know
The chronic absenteeism rate at Jose Gautier Benitez Caguas was 69% in the 2022-23 school year, which is above the national average. Chronic absenteeism (missing 15 or more school days) can affect classroom dynamics and pacing. Parents should ask about the school's attendance support programs and what resources are available to help families address barriers to consistent attendance.
Score Breakdown
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Jose Gautier Benitez Caguas — Students at Jose Gautier Benitez Caguas score 20% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
91.1%
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: 4.8/10.
How Jose Gautier Benitez Caguas Compares
See how Jose Gautier Benitez Caguas performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
PO BOX 5536, Caguas, PR 00725
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Jose Gautier Benitez Caguas may also want to explore other high schools in the area. GERARDO SELLES SOLA CAGUAS (rated 8.0/10, 0.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is REPUBLICA DE COSTA RICA (rated 7.4/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, MANUELA TORO MORICE (rated 5.9/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Caguas, see our Caguas schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| LUIS RAMOS GONZALEZ Caguas | 0.0 mi | 2.7 |
| GERARDO SELLES SOLA CAGUAS Caguas | 0.1 mi | 8.0 |
| LUIS MUNOZ RIVERA CAGUAS Caguas | 0.3 mi | 6.9 |
| DIEGO VAZQUEZ Caguas | 0.5 mi | 4.4 |
| NICOLAS AGUAYO ALDEA Caguas | 0.5 mi | 6.9 |
| PAULA MOJICA Caguas | 0.7 mi | 9.1 |
| MYRNA M. FUENTES Caguas | 0.7 mi | 6.7 |
| JUSTINA VAZQUEZ MENDOZA Caguas | 0.8 mi | 8.7 |
| REPUBLICA DE COSTA RICA Caguas | 0.8 mi | 7.4 |
| ANTONIO S PEDREIRA - PRETECNICA Caguas | 1.0 mi | 4.6 |
| ROSA C. BENITEZ Caguas | 1.1 mi | 8.8 |
| BENITA GONZALEZ QUINONES Caguas | 1.1 mi | 8.3 |
| PEPITA ARENAS Caguas | 1.1 mi | 7.9 |
| MANUELA TORO MORICE Caguas | 1.2 mi | 5.9 |
| PEPITA GARRIGA Caguas | 1.3 mi | 8.5 |
| CONCEPCION MENDEZ CANO Caguas | 1.3 mi | 4.1 |
| HAYDEE CABALLERO Caguas | 1.4 mi | 4.5 |
| JOSE MERCADO Caguas | 1.5 mi | 7.2 |
| FELIPE RIVERA CENTENO Caguas | 1.6 mi | 5.0 |
| ABELARDO DIAZ MORALES Caguas | 1.6 mi | 4.7 |
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 Jose Gautier Benitez Caguas
What grades does Jose Gautier Benitez Caguas serve?
Jose Gautier Benitez Caguas serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Jose Gautier Benitez Caguas?
Jose Gautier Benitez Caguas has an enrollment of approximately 519 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Jose Gautier Benitez Caguas?
The student-teacher ratio at Jose Gautier Benitez Caguas is 11.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Jose Gautier Benitez Caguas rank in PR?
Jose Gautier Benitez Caguas ranks #697 of 842 schools in PR.
What is Jose Gautier Benitez Caguas's MySchoolScout rating?
Jose Gautier Benitez Caguas has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 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 Jose Gautier Benitez Caguas?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Jose Gautier Benitez Caguas has 2% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
Is Jose Gautier Benitez Caguas a charter school?
No, Jose Gautier Benitez Caguas is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Jose Gautier Benitez Caguas a Title I school?
No, Jose Gautier Benitez Caguas is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Jose Gautier Benitez Caguas?
91.1% of students at Jose Gautier Benitez 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
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 519
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 46
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 91.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Caguas Municipio
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 69.2%
- Phone
- (787) 743-4211
- 4-Year Graduation
- 62.0%
Resources & Links
District
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION- District Enrollment
- 240,910
- Schools in District
- 858
- District Rank
- #697 of 842
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