Serving 309 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Carmen Gomez Tejera Bayamon 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 21%). 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 9:1 is lower than the Puerto Rico state level of 10:1.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 309 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in PR
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Carmen Gomez Tejera Bayamon's student population of 309 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
309 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Carmen Gomez Tejera Bayamon 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 Carmen Gomez Tejera Bayamon 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
#254 out of 839 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
21%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
36%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
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
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
85%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Carmen Gomez Tejera Bayamon's ranking?
Carmen Gomez Tejera Bayamon is ranked #254 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 21% PR state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% PR state average).
How many students attend Carmen Gomez Tejera Bayamon?
309 students attend Carmen Gomez Tejera Bayamon.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Carmen Gomez Tejera Bayamon students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Carmen Gomez Tejera Bayamon?
Carmen Gomez Tejera Bayamon has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 10:1.
What grades does Carmen Gomez Tejera Bayamon offer ?
Carmen Gomez Tejera Bayamon offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Carmen Gomez Tejera Bayamon part of?
Carmen Gomez Tejera Bayamon is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
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