Cuchillas is a barrio in the municipality of Moca, Puerto Rico. Its population in 2010 was 4,352.
Serving 210 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Cuchillas ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Puerto Rico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 23%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 36%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is equal to the Puerto Rico state level of 10:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 210 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in PR
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Cuchillas's student population of 210 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
210 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Rankings
Cuchillas ranks within the top 30% of all 839 schools in Puerto Rico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cuchillas is 0.00, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.01. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#186 out of 839 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
23%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
36%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
10:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
n/a
Hispanic
100%
100%
Black
n/a
n/a
White
n/a
n/a
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
n/a
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
85%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cuchillas's ranking?
Cuchillas is ranked #186 out of 839 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Puerto Rico.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 23% PR state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% PR state average).
How many students attend Cuchillas?
210 students attend Cuchillas.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Cuchillas students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Cuchillas?
Cuchillas has a student ration of 10:1, which is equal to the Puerto Rico state average of 10:1.
What grades does Cuchillas offer ?
Cuchillas offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Cuchillas part of?
Cuchillas is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
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