Serving 108 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Jose Gonzalez Ruiz ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Puerto Rico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≥90% (which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-69% (which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Puerto Rico state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 100% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 108 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in PR
- Math Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-69% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jose Gonzalez Ruiz ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Puerto Rico for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Diversity
Community Size
School Overview
Jose Gonzalez Ruiz's student population of 108 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
108 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Jose Gonzalez Ruiz ranks within the top 20% of all 836 schools in Puerto Rico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jose Gonzalez Ruiz is 0.02, 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
#98 out of 836 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)≥90%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)60-69%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
n/a
Hispanic
99%
100%
Black
n/a
n/a
White
1%
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
85%
85%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jose Gonzalez Ruiz's ranking?
Jose Gonzalez Ruiz is ranked #98 out of 836 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Puerto Rico.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥90% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% PR state average), while 60-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% PR state average).
How many students attend Jose Gonzalez Ruiz?
108 students attend Jose Gonzalez Ruiz.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Jose Gonzalez Ruiz students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Jose Gonzalez Ruiz?
Jose Gonzalez Ruiz has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 11:1.
What grades does Jose Gonzalez Ruiz offer ?
Jose Gonzalez Ruiz offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Jose Gonzalez Ruiz part of?
Jose Gonzalez Ruiz is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
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