Serving 843 students in grades 9-12, Dr. Carlos Gonzalez ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Puerto Rico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 67% (which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 23%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 36%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Puerto Rico state level of 10:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 843 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Graduation Rate: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in PR
- Math Proficiency: 67% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 65% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: The SUP. DR. CARLOS GONZALEZ school serves the western part of Aguada, PR, covering an area of approximately 45.5 square miles. Most students live within a typical 10-12 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 6.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dr. Carlos Gonzalez ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Puerto Rico for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Dr. Carlos Gonzalez's student population of 843 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
843 students
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
'Truth and Honor'
Average Class Size
15 students
School Rankings
Dr. Carlos Gonzalez ranks within the top 10% of all 839 schools in Puerto Rico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dr. Carlos Gonzalez 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
#51 out of 839 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
23%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
36%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
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
Graduation Rate
(21-22)94%
74%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)38%
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
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dr. Carlos Gonzalez's ranking?
Dr. Carlos Gonzalez is ranked #51 out of 839 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Puerto Rico.
What schools are Dr. Carlos Gonzalez often compared to?
Dr. Carlos Gonzalezis often viewed alongside schools like Eladio Tirado Lopez, Alcides Figueroa by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
67% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 23% PR state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% PR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Dr. Carlos Gonzalez?
The graduation rate of Dr. Carlos Gonzalez is 94%, which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 74%.
How many students attend Dr. Carlos Gonzalez?
843 students attend Dr. Carlos Gonzalez.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Dr. Carlos Gonzalez students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dr. Carlos Gonzalez?
Dr. Carlos Gonzalez has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 10:1.
What grades does Dr. Carlos Gonzalez offer ?
Dr. Carlos Gonzalez offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Dr. Carlos Gonzalez part of?
Dr. Carlos Gonzalez is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
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