Needs Improvement
#772 of 842 schools in PR
Prevocacional Casiano Cepeda
High School · PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
PO BOX 2312, Rio Grande, PR 00745
Enrollment
50
Student-Teacher
3.1:1
Score
3.9
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
50
Student-Teacher
3.1:1
Score
3.9
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Puerto Rico schools
#772 of 842
In Rio Grande
#10 of 10
public schools
In district
#772 of 842
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
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About Prevocacional Casiano Cepeda
Prevocacional Casiano Cepeda is a public high school in Rio Grande, PR, part of PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION. Prevocacional Casiano Cepeda serves approximately 50 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 3.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Prevocacional Casiano Cepeda has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.9 out of 10 and ranks #772 of 842 schools in PR.
Structured state assessment records for Prevocacional Casiano Cepeda show 16% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 18% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
- This school 3.9 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.7
- PR avg 5.7
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 50 students, Prevocacional Casiano Cepeda 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.
While current test scores at Prevocacional Casiano Cepeda are below average, the school shows strong growth metrics — meaning students are making above-average progress year over year. This upward trajectory can be a positive indicator for families who value a school's ability to help students improve, even if absolute scores haven't caught up yet.
With a student-teacher ratio of 3.1:1, Prevocacional Casiano Cepeda 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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Prevocacional Casiano Cepeda — Students at Prevocacional Casiano Cepeda score 10% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 58%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
90%
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: 6.8/10.
How Prevocacional Casiano Cepeda Compares
See how Prevocacional Casiano Cepeda performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
PO BOX 2312, Rio Grande, PR 00745
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Prevocacional Casiano Cepeda may also want to explore other high schools in the area. VOCACIONAL WILLIAM RIVERA BETANCOURT (rated 7.4/10, 3.0 miles away, in nearby Canovanas), which scores notably higher. Another option is CASIANO CEPEDA (rated 6.1/10), which scores notably higher. Additionally, EDUARDO GARCIA CARRILLO (rated 5.1/10, 3.6 miles away, in nearby Canovanas), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Rio Grande, see our Rio Grande schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| CASIANO CEPEDA Rio Grande | 0.0 mi | 6.1 |
| EDMUNDO DEL VALLE CRUZ Rio Grande | 1.1 mi | 4.9 |
| LIBERATA IRALDO Rio Grande | 1.3 mi | 6.6 |
| PEDRO FALU ORELLANO Rio Grande | 1.7 mi | 4.2 |
| ANTERA ROSADO FUENTES Rio Grande | 1.8 mi | 9.0 |
| GUILLERMINA ROSADO DE AYALA Loiza | 1.9 mi | 4.1 |
| RAFAEL DE JESUS Rio Grande | 1.9 mi | 8.4 |
| JOSE SANTOS QUINONES Canovanas | 2.7 mi | 6.1 |
| ELEMENTAL BARRIO LAS 400 Canovanas | 2.9 mi | 4.4 |
| JOSE CALZADA FERRER Canovanas | 2.9 mi | 4.9 |
| VOCACIONAL WILLIAM RIVERA BETANCOURT Canovanas | 3.0 mi | 7.4 |
| DR. PEDRO ALBIZU CAMPOS CANOVANAS Canovanas | 3.2 mi | 6.7 |
| LUIS HERNAIZ VERONNE Canovanas | 3.3 mi | 3.3 |
| EDUARDO GARCIA CARRILLO Canovanas | 3.6 mi | 5.1 |
| ANTONIO R. BARCELO Canovanas | 3.5 mi | 5.8 |
| JUANA RODRIGUEZ MUNDO Canovanas | 4.0 mi | 8.6 |
| FELIX SANCHEZ CRUZ Rio Grande | 4.1 mi | 5.8 |
| SUPERIOR VOCACIONAL ELADIO RIVERA QUINONES Loiza | 4.5 mi | 4.9 |
| NUEVA BO. MEDIANIA Loiza | 4.5 mi | 3.8 |
| ELEMENTAL MEDIANIA ALTA Loiza | 4.6 mi | 5.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 00745 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$26,980
Median Home Value
$129,800
Median Rent
$580/mo
Population
47,077
College Educated
26.5%
Homeownership
72.8%
Avg Commute
37.5 min
Poverty Rate
36.8%
Median Age
44.4
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| CENTRO DE ADIESTRAMIENTO Vega Baja, PR | 4.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Prevocacional Casiano Cepeda
What grades does Prevocacional Casiano Cepeda serve?
Prevocacional Casiano Cepeda serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Prevocacional Casiano Cepeda?
Prevocacional Casiano Cepeda has an enrollment of approximately 50 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Prevocacional Casiano Cepeda?
The student-teacher ratio at Prevocacional Casiano Cepeda is 3.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Prevocacional Casiano Cepeda rank in PR?
Prevocacional Casiano Cepeda ranks #772 of 842 schools in PR.
What is Prevocacional Casiano Cepeda's MySchoolScout rating?
Prevocacional Casiano Cepeda has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.9 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 Prevocacional Casiano Cepeda?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Prevocacional Casiano Cepeda has 16% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 18% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
Is Prevocacional Casiano Cepeda a charter school?
No, Prevocacional Casiano Cepeda is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Prevocacional Casiano Cepeda a Title I school?
No, Prevocacional Casiano Cepeda is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Prevocacional Casiano Cepeda?
90.0% of students at Prevocacional Casiano Cepeda 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
- 50
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 3.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 16
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 90.0%
- Type
- special_ed
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Río Grande Municipio
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 62.0%
- Phone
- (787) 887-5200
Resources & Links
District
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION- District Enrollment
- 240,910
- Schools in District
- 858
- District Rank
- #772 of 842
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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