Serving 459 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Joseph Gomez Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Virgin Islands for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 90% (which is higher than the Virgin Islands state average of 89%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 82% (which is higher than the Virgin Islands state average of 75%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Virgin Islands state level of 12:1.
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 459 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VI
- Math Proficiency: 90% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 82% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Joseph Gomez Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virgin Islands for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Joseph Gomez Elementary School's student population of 459 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
459 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Joseph Gomez Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 25 schools in Virgin Islands (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Joseph Gomez Elementary School is 0.20, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.37. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#15 out of 25 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)90%
89%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)82%
75%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
11%
21%
Black
89%
77%
White
n/a
1%
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
99%
99%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Joseph Gomez Elementary School's ranking?
Joseph Gomez Elementary School is ranked #15 out of 25 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virgin Islands.
What schools are Joseph Gomez Elementary School often compared to?
Joseph Gomez Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Joseph Sibilly Elementary School, Lockhart Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
90% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 89% VI state average), while 82% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 75% VI state average).
How many students attend Joseph Gomez Elementary School?
459 students attend Joseph Gomez Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Joseph Gomez Elementary School students are Black, and 11% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Joseph Gomez Elementary School?
Joseph Gomez Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Virgin Islands state average of 12:1.
What grades does Joseph Gomez Elementary School offer ?
Joseph Gomez Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Joseph Gomez Elementary School part of?
Joseph Gomez Elementary School is part of Saint Thomas - Saint John School District.
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