Serving 276 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Antonio Gonzalez Suarez (Especializada) 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 21%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 36%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Puerto Rico state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 100% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 276 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in PR
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Antonio Gonzalez Suarez (Especializada) ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Puerto Rico for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Antonio Gonzalez Suarez (Especializada)'s student population of 276 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
276 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Antonio Gonzalez Suarez (Especializada) 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 Antonio Gonzalez Suarez (Especializada) is 0.02, which is more 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
#216 out of 839 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
21%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
36%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
n/a
Hispanic
99%
100%
Black
n/a
n/a
White
1%
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
86%
85%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Antonio Gonzalez Suarez (Especializada)'s ranking?
Antonio Gonzalez Suarez (Especializada) is ranked #216 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 21% PR state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% PR state average).
How many students attend Antonio Gonzalez Suarez (Especializada)?
276 students attend Antonio Gonzalez Suarez (Especializada).
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Antonio Gonzalez Suarez (Especializada) students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Antonio Gonzalez Suarez (Especializada)?
Antonio Gonzalez Suarez (Especializada) has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 11:1.
What grades does Antonio Gonzalez Suarez (Especializada) offer ?
Antonio Gonzalez Suarez (Especializada) offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Antonio Gonzalez Suarez (Especializada) part of?
Antonio Gonzalez Suarez (Especializada) is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
In what neighborhood is Antonio Gonzalez Suarez (Especializada) located?
Antonio Gonzalez Suarez (Especializada) is located in the Daguey neighborhood of Anasco, PR.
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