Serving 408 students in grades 9-12, Dr. Jose N. Gandara 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 35-39% (which is approximately equal to the Puerto Rico state average of 36%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is higher than the Puerto Rico state level of 10:1.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 408 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Graduation Rate: 75-79%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PR
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Dr. Jose N. Gandara's student population of 408 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
408 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
School Rankings
Dr. Jose N. Gandara 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 Dr. Jose N. Gandara 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
#468 out of 839 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
23%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
36%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
10:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Hispanic
100%
100%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(21-22)75-79%
74%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)54.2%
42.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
74%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 18-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dr. Jose N. Gandara's ranking?
Dr. Jose N. Gandara is ranked #468 out of 839 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Puerto Rico.
What schools are Dr. Jose N. Gandara often compared to?
Dr. Jose N. Gandarais often viewed alongside schools like Rafael Pont Flores, Bonifacio Sanchez Jimenez by visitors of our site.
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 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% PR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Dr. Jose N. Gandara?
The graduation rate of Dr. Jose N. Gandara is 75-79%, which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 74%.
How many students attend Dr. Jose N. Gandara?
408 students attend Dr. Jose N. Gandara.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Dr. Jose N. Gandara students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dr. Jose N. Gandara?
Dr. Jose N. Gandara has a student ration of 11:1, which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 10:1.
What grades does Dr. Jose N. Gandara offer ?
Dr. Jose N. Gandara offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Dr. Jose N. Gandara part of?
Dr. Jose N. Gandara is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
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