Very Good
#257 of 842 schools in PR
Top 30% in state
Republica De Costa Rica
High School · PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
BOX 880, Caguas, PR 00725
Enrollment
740
Student-Teacher
13.7:1
Score
7.4
Grades
8th – 12th
Enrollment
740
Student-Teacher
13.7:1
Score
7.4
Grades
8th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Puerto Rico schools
#257 of 842
In Caguas
#10 of 32
public schools
In district
#257 of 842
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
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About Republica De Costa Rica
Republica De Costa Rica is a public high school in Caguas, PR, part of PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION. Republica De Costa Rica serves approximately 740 students, and covers grades 8th-12th, and has a 13.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Republica De Costa Rica has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10 and ranks #257 of 842 schools in PR.
Structured state assessment records for Republica De Costa Rica show 4% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
- This school 7.4 · Very Good
- District avg 5.7
- PR avg 5.7
Score Breakdown
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Republica De Costa Rica — Students at Republica De Costa Rica score 40% proficient, which is above 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: 6.6/10.
How Republica De Costa Rica Compares
See how Republica De Costa Rica 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
BOX 880, Caguas, PR 00725
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Republica De Costa Rica may also want to explore other high schools in the area. GERARDO SELLES SOLA CAGUAS (rated 8.0/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is MANUELA TORO MORICE (rated 5.9/10, 0.4 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, ELOISA PASCUAL (rated 5.3/10, 1.5 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Caguas, see our Caguas schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| NICOLAS AGUAYO ALDEA Caguas | 0.3 mi | 6.9 |
| MANUELA TORO MORICE Caguas | 0.4 mi | 5.9 |
| BENITA GONZALEZ QUINONES Caguas | 0.4 mi | 8.3 |
| LUIS MUNOZ RIVERA CAGUAS Caguas | 0.7 mi | 6.9 |
| PEPITA GARRIGA Caguas | 0.7 mi | 8.5 |
| JOSE GAUTIER BENITEZ CAGUAS Caguas | 0.8 mi | 4.5 |
| GERARDO SELLES SOLA CAGUAS Caguas | 0.8 mi | 8.0 |
| LUIS RAMOS GONZALEZ Caguas | 0.8 mi | 2.7 |
| FELIPE RIVERA CENTENO Caguas | 0.9 mi | 5.0 |
| DIEGO VAZQUEZ Caguas | 0.9 mi | 4.4 |
| ABELARDO DIAZ MORALES Caguas | 0.9 mi | 4.7 |
| PEPITA ARENAS Caguas | 1.3 mi | 7.9 |
| MYRNA M. FUENTES Caguas | 1.3 mi | 6.7 |
| JOSE MERCADO Caguas | 1.4 mi | 7.2 |
| JUSTINA VAZQUEZ MENDOZA Caguas | 1.5 mi | 8.7 |
| PAULA MOJICA Caguas | 1.5 mi | 9.1 |
| ELOISA PASCUAL Caguas | 1.5 mi | 5.3 |
| VIDAL SERRANO Gurabo | 1.6 mi | 6.8 |
| PEDRO MILLAN RIVERA Caguas | 1.7 mi | 4.7 |
| ANTONIO S PEDREIRA - PRETECNICA Caguas | 1.7 mi | 4.6 |
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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|---|---|
| PATRIA LATORRE RAMIREZ San Sebastian, PR | 7.4 |
| VOCACIONAL WILLIAM RIVERA BETANCOURT Canovanas, PR | 7.4 |
| PETRA CORRETJER DE O'NEILL Manati, PR | 7.3 |
| ANITA OTERO HERNANDEZ Humacao, PR | 7.6 |
| CENTRAL DE ARTES VISUALES San Juan, PR | 7.6 |
| TRINA PADILLA DE SANZ SAN JUAN San Juan, PR | 7.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Republica De Costa Rica
What grades does Republica De Costa Rica serve?
Republica De Costa Rica serves students in grades 8th through 12th.
How many students attend Republica De Costa Rica?
Republica De Costa Rica has an enrollment of approximately 740 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Republica De Costa Rica?
The student-teacher ratio at Republica De Costa Rica is 13.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Republica De Costa Rica rank in PR?
Republica De Costa Rica ranks #257 of 842 schools in PR.
What is Republica De Costa Rica's MySchoolScout rating?
Republica De Costa Rica has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 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 Republica De Costa Rica?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Republica De Costa Rica has 4% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
Is Republica De Costa Rica a charter school?
No, Republica De Costa Rica is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Republica De Costa Rica a Title I school?
No, Republica De Costa Rica is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Republica De Costa Rica?
91.1% of students at Republica De Costa Rica 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
- 8th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 740
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 54
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 91.1%
- Type
- vocational
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Caguas Municipio
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 25.0%
- Phone
- (787) 746-7565
- 4-Year Graduation
- 92.0%
Resources & Links
District
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION- District Enrollment
- 240,910
- Schools in District
- 858
- District Rank
- #257 of 842
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