Serving 154 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Maria Libertad Gomez ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Puerto Rico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (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 9:1 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: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 154 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in PR
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: The attendance zone for Maria Libertad Gomez covers approximately 115.1 square miles in the west part of Utuado, PR, with typical drive times to the school ranging from 10 to 15 minutes and an average distance of 6.8 miles to the edge of the zone. The furthest point within the zone is about 9.2 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Maria Libertad Gomez's student population of 154 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
154 students
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
School Rankings
Maria Libertad Gomez 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 Maria Libertad Gomez 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
#313 out of 839 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
23%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
36%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
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)13%
42.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
14%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Maria Libertad Gomez's ranking?
Maria Libertad Gomez is ranked #313 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?
35-39% 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 Maria Libertad Gomez?
154 students attend Maria Libertad Gomez.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Maria Libertad Gomez students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Maria Libertad Gomez?
Maria Libertad Gomez has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 10:1.
What grades does Maria Libertad Gomez offer ?
Maria Libertad Gomez offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Maria Libertad Gomez part of?
Maria Libertad Gomez is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
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