Serving 210 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Dr. Hiram Gonzalez ranks in the top 50% 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 55-59% (which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 23%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 36%).
The student-teacher ratio of 6:1 is lower than the Puerto Rico state level of 10:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 100% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 210 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in PR
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dr. Hiram Gonzalez ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Puerto Rico for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Dr. Hiram Gonzalez's student population of 210 students has declined by 41% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
210 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Dr. Hiram Gonzalez 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 Dr. Hiram Gonzalez is 0.04, 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
#254 out of 839 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
23%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
36%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
10:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
98%
100%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
White
2%
n/a
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)65.7%
42.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
74%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
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 Dr. Hiram Gonzalez's ranking?
Dr. Hiram Gonzalez 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?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 23% PR state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% PR state average).
How many students attend Dr. Hiram Gonzalez?
210 students attend Dr. Hiram Gonzalez.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Dr. Hiram Gonzalez students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dr. Hiram Gonzalez?
Dr. Hiram Gonzalez has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 10:1.
What grades does Dr. Hiram Gonzalez offer ?
Dr. Hiram Gonzalez offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Dr. Hiram Gonzalez part of?
Dr. Hiram Gonzalez is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
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