Serving 492 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Joseph Gomez Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Virgin Islands for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 90% (which is higher than the Virgin Islands state average of 89%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 82% (which is higher than the Virgin Islands state average of 75%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Virgin Islands state level of 12:1.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 492 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VI
- Math Proficiency: 90% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 82% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Joseph Gomez Elementary School's student population of 492 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Exclusively virtual)
(Exclusively virtual)
Total Students
492 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Transforming Today's Learners into Tomorrow's Leaders
School Rankings
Joseph Gomez Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 25 schools in Virgin Islands (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Joseph Gomez Elementary School is 0.17, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.38. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#15 out of 25 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)90%
89%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)82%
75%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
9%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Black
91%
76%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
99%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Joseph Gomez Elementary School's ranking?
Joseph Gomez Elementary School is ranked #15 out of 25 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virgin Islands.
What schools are Joseph Gomez Elementary School often compared to?
Joseph Gomez Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Joseph Sibilly Elementary School, Jane E. Tuitt Elementary School, Lockhart Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
90% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 89% VI state average), while 82% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 75% VI state average).
How many students attend Joseph Gomez Elementary School?
492 students attend Joseph Gomez Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Joseph Gomez Elementary School students are Black, and 9% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Joseph Gomez Elementary School?
Joseph Gomez Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Virgin Islands state average of 12:1.
What grades does Joseph Gomez Elementary School offer ?
Joseph Gomez Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Exclusively virtual).
What school district is Joseph Gomez Elementary School part of?
Joseph Gomez Elementary School is part of Saint Thomas - Saint John School District.
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