Serving 519 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Dr. Cayetano Coll Y Toste ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Puerto Rico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 47% (which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 23%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 73% (which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 36%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Puerto Rico state level of 10:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 519 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in PR
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 73% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dr. Cayetano Coll Y Toste ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Puerto Rico for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Dr. Cayetano Coll Y Toste's student population of 519 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 60 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
519 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
60 teachers
School Rankings
Dr. Cayetano Coll Y Toste ranks within the top 10% of all 839 schools in Puerto Rico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dr. Cayetano Coll Y Toste 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
#83 out of 839 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(22-23)47%
23%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
36%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
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
85%
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 Dr. Cayetano Coll Y Toste's ranking?
Dr. Cayetano Coll Y Toste is ranked #83 out of 839 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Puerto Rico.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 23% PR state average), while 73% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% PR state average).
How many students attend Dr. Cayetano Coll Y Toste?
519 students attend Dr. Cayetano Coll Y Toste.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Dr. Cayetano Coll Y Toste students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Dr. Cayetano Coll Y Toste?
Dr. Cayetano Coll Y Toste has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 10:1.
What grades does Dr. Cayetano Coll Y Toste offer ?
Dr. Cayetano Coll Y Toste offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Dr. Cayetano Coll Y Toste part of?
Dr. Cayetano Coll Y Toste is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
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