Serving 156 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Lauro Gonzalez Hijo ranks in the top 50% 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 25-29% (which is higher 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 10:1 is equal to the Puerto Rico state level of 10:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 156 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in PR
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: The attendance zone for SU LAURO GONZALEZ in Las Marias, PR, covers approximately 46.5 square miles in the western part of its school district, with a typical drive to the school taking about 10-12 minutes and the furthest edge of the zone located 6.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lauro Gonzalez Hijo's student population of 156 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
156 students
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
School Rankings
Lauro Gonzalez Hijo 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 Lauro Gonzalez Hijo 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
#300 out of 839 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
23%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
36%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
10:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
n/a
Hispanic
100%
100%
Black
n/a
n/a
White
n/a
n/a
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
n/a
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)2.6%
42.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
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 Lauro Gonzalez Hijo's ranking?
Lauro Gonzalez Hijo is ranked #300 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?
25-29% 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).
How many students attend Lauro Gonzalez Hijo?
156 students attend Lauro Gonzalez Hijo.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Lauro Gonzalez Hijo students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lauro Gonzalez Hijo?
Lauro Gonzalez Hijo has a student ration of 10:1, which is equal to the Puerto Rico state average of 10:1.
What grades does Lauro Gonzalez Hijo offer ?
Lauro Gonzalez Hijo offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lauro Gonzalez Hijo part of?
Lauro Gonzalez Hijo is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
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