Serving 296 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Gerardo Selles Sola Cayey ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Puerto Rico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 26% (which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 23%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 36%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is higher than the Puerto Rico state level of 10:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 296 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in PR
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gerardo Selles Sola Cayey ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Puerto Rico for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Gerardo Selles Sola Cayey's student population of 296 students has declined by 32% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
296 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Rankings
Gerardo Selles Sola Cayey ranks within the top 50% of all 839 schools in Puerto Rico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gerardo Selles Sola Cayey 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
#379 out of 839 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
23%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
36%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
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
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gerardo Selles Sola Cayey's ranking?
Gerardo Selles Sola Cayey is ranked #379 out of 839 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Puerto Rico.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 23% PR state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% PR state average).
How many students attend Gerardo Selles Sola Cayey?
296 students attend Gerardo Selles Sola Cayey.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Gerardo Selles Sola Cayey students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Gerardo Selles Sola Cayey?
Gerardo Selles Sola Cayey has a student ration of 11:1, which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 10:1.
What grades does Gerardo Selles Sola Cayey offer ?
Gerardo Selles Sola Cayey offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Gerardo Selles Sola Cayey part of?
Gerardo Selles Sola Cayey is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
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