Serving 305 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Carmen Gomez Tejera 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 21%). 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 8:1 is lower than the Puerto Rico state level of 11:1.
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 305 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in PR
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Carmen Gomez Tejera ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Puerto Rico for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Carmen Gomez Tejera's student population of 305 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
305 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Carmen Gomez Tejera 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 Carmen Gomez Tejera 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
#254 out of 839 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
21%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
36%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
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
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 Carmen Gomez Tejera's ranking?
Carmen Gomez Tejera is ranked #254 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 21% PR state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% PR state average).
How many students attend Carmen Gomez Tejera?
305 students attend Carmen Gomez Tejera.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Carmen Gomez Tejera students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Carmen Gomez Tejera?
Carmen Gomez Tejera has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 11:1.
What grades does Carmen Gomez Tejera offer ?
Carmen Gomez Tejera offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Carmen Gomez Tejera part of?
Carmen Gomez Tejera is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
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