From Escuela Benita González Quiñonez, "Negocio rodante"
Serving 136 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Benita Gonzalez Quinones ranks in the top 50% 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 35-39% (which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 23%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is approximately equal to the Puerto Rico state average of 36%).
The student-teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the Puerto Rico state level of 10:1.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 136 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in PR
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Benita Gonzalez Quinones ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Puerto Rico for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Benita Gonzalez Quinones's student population of 136 students has declined by 32% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
136 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Benita Gonzalez Quinones 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 Benita Gonzalez Quinones 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
#257 out of 839 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
23%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
36%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
10:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
100%
100%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)36.8%
42.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
74%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Benita Gonzalez Quinones's ranking?
Benita Gonzalez Quinones is ranked #257 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?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 23% PR state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% PR state average).
How many students attend Benita Gonzalez Quinones?
136 students attend Benita Gonzalez Quinones.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Benita Gonzalez Quinones students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Benita Gonzalez Quinones?
Benita Gonzalez Quinones has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 10:1.
What grades does Benita Gonzalez Quinones offer ?
Benita Gonzalez Quinones offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Benita Gonzalez Quinones part of?
Benita Gonzalez Quinones is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
In what neighborhood is Benita Gonzalez Quinones located?
Benita Gonzalez Quinones is located in the Jose Delgado neighborhood of Caguas, PR.
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