Serving 124 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Dolores Gonzalez ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Puerto Rico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 21%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 36%).
The student:teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Puerto Rico state level of 10:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 100% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 124 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in PR
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dolores Gonzalez ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Puerto Rico for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Diversity
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Dolores Gonzalez's student population of 124 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
124 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Dolores 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 Dolores Gonzalez is 0.06, 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
#156 out of 839 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
21%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
36%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
10:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
n/a
Hispanic
97%
100%
Black
1%
n/a
White
2%
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
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dolores Gonzalez's ranking?
Dolores Gonzalez is ranked #156 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?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 21% PR state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% PR state average).
How many students attend Dolores Gonzalez?
124 students attend Dolores Gonzalez.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Dolores Gonzalez students are Hispanic, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Dolores Gonzalez?
Dolores Gonzalez has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 10:1.
What grades does Dolores Gonzalez offer ?
Dolores Gonzalez offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Dolores Gonzalez part of?
Dolores Gonzalez is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
In what neighborhood is Dolores Gonzalez located?
Dolores Gonzalez is located in the Jardines de Arroyo neighborhood of Arroyo, PR.
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