Serving 390 students in grades 6-8, Matias Gonzalez Garcia ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Puerto Rico for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤1% (which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 21%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 22% (which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 36%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the Puerto Rico state level of 10:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 390 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PR
- Math Proficiency: ≤1% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Matias Gonzalez Garcia's student population of 390 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
390 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Matias Gonzalez Garcia ranks within the bottom 50% of all 839 schools in Puerto Rico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Matias Gonzalez Garcia 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
#811 out of 839 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤1%
21%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
36%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
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
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 Matias Gonzalez Garcia's ranking?
Matias Gonzalez Garcia is ranked #811 out of 839 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Puerto Rico.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤1% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 21% PR state average), while 22% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% PR state average).
How many students attend Matias Gonzalez Garcia?
390 students attend Matias Gonzalez Garcia.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Matias Gonzalez Garcia students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Matias Gonzalez Garcia?
Matias Gonzalez Garcia has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 10:1.
What grades does Matias Gonzalez Garcia offer ?
Matias Gonzalez Garcia offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Matias Gonzalez Garcia part of?
Matias Gonzalez Garcia is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
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