Serving 858 students in grades 9-12, Dr. Carlos Gonzalez ranks in the top 20% 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 39% (which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 21%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 36%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Puerto Rico state level of 10:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 858 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 5% in PR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 65% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dr. Carlos Gonzalez ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Puerto Rico for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Dr. Carlos Gonzalez's student population of 858 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
858 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Dr. Carlos 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 Dr. Carlos 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
#130 out of 839 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
21%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
36%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
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
Graduation Rate
94%
74%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
85%
85%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dr. Carlos Gonzalez's ranking?
Dr. Carlos Gonzalez is ranked #130 out of 839 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Puerto Rico.
What schools are Dr. Carlos Gonzalez often compared to?
Dr. Carlos Gonzalezis often viewed alongside schools like Eladio Tirado Lopez, Centro Residencial Oportunidades Educativas Mayaguez (Croem), Alcides Figueroa by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 21% PR state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% PR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Dr. Carlos Gonzalez?
The graduation rate of Dr. Carlos Gonzalez is 94%, which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 74%.
How many students attend Dr. Carlos Gonzalez?
858 students attend Dr. Carlos Gonzalez.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Dr. Carlos Gonzalez students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Dr. Carlos Gonzalez?
Dr. Carlos Gonzalez has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 10:1.
What grades does Dr. Carlos Gonzalez offer ?
Dr. Carlos Gonzalez offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Dr. Carlos Gonzalez part of?
Dr. Carlos Gonzalez is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
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