Serving 284 students in grades 9-12, Bonifacio Sanchez Jimenez (Gandara) 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 30-34% (which is approximately equal to the Puerto Rico state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Puerto Rico state level of 11:1.
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 284 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Top 20% in PR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bonifacio Sanchez Jimenez (Gandara) ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Puerto Rico for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Bonifacio Sanchez Jimenez (Gandara)'s student population of 284 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
284 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Bonifacio Sanchez Jimenez (Gandara) ranks within the top 50% of all 836 schools in Puerto Rico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bonifacio Sanchez Jimenez (Gandara) 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
#302 out of 836 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)30-34%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)55-59%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
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
Graduation Rate
85-89%
75%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
86%
85%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bonifacio Sanchez Jimenez (Gandara)'s ranking?
Bonifacio Sanchez Jimenez (Gandara) is ranked #302 out of 836 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?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% PR state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% PR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Bonifacio Sanchez Jimenez (Gandara)?
The graduation rate of Bonifacio Sanchez Jimenez (Gandara) is 85-89%, which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 75%.
How many students attend Bonifacio Sanchez Jimenez (Gandara)?
284 students attend Bonifacio Sanchez Jimenez (Gandara).
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Bonifacio Sanchez Jimenez (Gandara) students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bonifacio Sanchez Jimenez (Gandara)?
Bonifacio Sanchez Jimenez (Gandara) has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 11:1.
What grades does Bonifacio Sanchez Jimenez (Gandara) offer ?
Bonifacio Sanchez Jimenez (Gandara) offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Bonifacio Sanchez Jimenez (Gandara) part of?
Bonifacio Sanchez Jimenez (Gandara) is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
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