Serving 90 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Jose Gonzalez Ruiz ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Puerto Rico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-79% (which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 23%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 36%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Puerto Rico state level of 10:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 100% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 90 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in PR
- Math Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥80% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: The attendance zone for Jose Gonzales Ruiz serves the west part of Aguada, PR, covering approximately 44.9 square miles. Families can typically expect a 10-15 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 11.7 miles away.
- 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
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Jose Gonzalez Ruiz's student population of 90 students has declined by 35% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
90 students
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
School Rankings
Jose Gonzalez Ruiz 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 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
#55 out of 839 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
23%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
36%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥80%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
10:1
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
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)7.8%
42.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
14%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 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 #55 out of 839 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Puerto Rico.
What schools are Jose Gonzalez Ruiz often compared to?
Jose Gonzalez Ruizis often viewed alongside schools like Juan Lino Santiago by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 23% PR state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% PR state average).
How many students attend Jose Gonzalez Ruiz?
90 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 8:1, which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 10:1.
What grades does Jose Gonzalez Ruiz offer ?
Jose Gonzalez Ruiz offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
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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