Serving 230 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Bernardo Gonzalez Colon ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Puerto Rico for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 6-9% (which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 23%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 36%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is equal to the Puerto Rico state level of 10:1.
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 230 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PR
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Bernardo Gonzalez Colon serves the western part of Utuado, PR, encompassing an attendance zone of approximately 115.1 square miles. Families typically have a 10-15 minute drive to the school, with the furthest point in the zone located about 9.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Bernardo Gonzalez Colon's student population of 230 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
230 students
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Rankings
Bernardo Gonzalez Colon ranks within the bottom 50% of all 839 schools in Puerto Rico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bernardo Gonzalez Colon 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
#610 out of 839 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
23%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
36%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
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
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10%
42.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
14%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bernardo Gonzalez Colon's ranking?
Bernardo Gonzalez Colon is ranked #610 out of 839 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Puerto Rico.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 23% PR state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% PR state average).
How many students attend Bernardo Gonzalez Colon?
230 students attend Bernardo Gonzalez Colon.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Bernardo Gonzalez Colon students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bernardo Gonzalez Colon?
Bernardo Gonzalez Colon has a student ration of 10:1, which is equal to the Puerto Rico state average of 10:1.
What grades does Bernardo Gonzalez Colon offer ?
Bernardo Gonzalez Colon offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Bernardo Gonzalez Colon part of?
Bernardo Gonzalez Colon is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
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