Serving 189 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Benita Gonzalez Quinones ranks in the top 30% 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 60-64% (which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Puerto Rico state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 100% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 189 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in PR
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Benita Gonzalez Quinones ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Puerto Rico for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Benita Gonzalez Quinones's student population of 189 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
189 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Benita Gonzalez Quinones ranks within the top 30% of all 836 schools in Puerto Rico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Benita Gonzalez Quinones 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
#196 out of 836 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)60-64%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)50-54%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
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
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
85%
85%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Benita Gonzalez Quinones's ranking?
Benita Gonzalez Quinones is ranked #196 out of 836 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Puerto Rico.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% PR state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% PR state average).
How many students attend Benita Gonzalez Quinones?
189 students attend Benita Gonzalez Quinones.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Benita Gonzalez Quinones students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Benita Gonzalez Quinones?
Benita Gonzalez Quinones has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 11:1.
What grades does Benita Gonzalez Quinones offer ?
Benita Gonzalez Quinones offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Benita Gonzalez Quinones part of?
Benita Gonzalez Quinones is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
In what neighborhood is Benita Gonzalez Quinones located?
Benita Gonzalez Quinones is located in the Jose Delgado neighborhood of Caguas, PR.
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