Serving 479 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Jose Colon Gonzalez ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Puerto Rico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 58% (which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 23%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 64% (which is higher than 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: 479 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in PR
- Math Proficiency: 58% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 64% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jose Colon Gonzalez ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Puerto Rico for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Jose Colon Gonzalez's student population of 479 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
479 students
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
School Rankings
Jose Colon Gonzalez ranks within the top 20% of all 839 schools in Puerto Rico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jose Colon Gonzalez 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
#87 out of 839 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
23%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
36%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
10:1
Hispanic
100%
100%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)7.3%
42.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
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 Colon Gonzalez's ranking?
Jose Colon Gonzalez is ranked #87 out of 839 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?
58% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 23% PR state average), while 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% PR state average).
How many students attend Jose Colon Gonzalez?
479 students attend Jose Colon Gonzalez.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Jose Colon Gonzalez students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jose Colon Gonzalez?
Jose Colon Gonzalez has a student ration of 10:1, which is equal to the Puerto Rico state average of 10:1.
What grades does Jose Colon Gonzalez offer ?
Jose Colon Gonzalez offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Jose Colon Gonzalez part of?
Jose Colon Gonzalez is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
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