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#535 of 842 schools in PR
Bernardo Gonzalez Colon
Elementary School · PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
PO BOX 1447, Utuado, PR 00641
Enrollment
252
Student-Teacher
11:1
Score
5.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
252
Student-Teacher
11:1
Score
5.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Puerto Rico schools
#535 of 842
In Utuado
#8 of 12
public schools
In district
#535 of 842
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
School environment
8.8 / 10
Excellent
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About Bernardo Gonzalez Colon
Bernardo Gonzalez Colon is a public elementary school in Utuado, PR, part of PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION. Bernardo Gonzalez Colon serves approximately 252 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 11:1 student-teacher ratio. Bernardo Gonzalez Colon has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #535 of 842 schools in PR.
Structured state assessment records for Bernardo Gonzalez Colon show 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
- This school 5.6 · Average
- District avg 7.0
- PR avg 7.0
Score Breakdown
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Bernardo Gonzalez Colon — Students at Bernardo Gonzalez Colon score 26% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 43%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
90.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores PR EDFACTS (2017-18)
Based on 18 test records from PR state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 4.8/10.
How Bernardo Gonzalez Colon Compares
See how Bernardo Gonzalez Colon performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
PO BOX 1447, Utuado, PR 00641
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Bernardo Gonzalez Colon may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. JUDITH A. VIVAS (rated 9.7/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is DR. EFRAIN GONZALEZ TEJERA (rated 9.5/10, 4.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, MARTA LAFONTAINE (rated 8.5/10, 4.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Utuado, see our Utuado schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 8.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| MARIA LIBERTAD GOMEZ Utuado | 0.6 mi | 4.4 |
| FRANCISCO RAMOS SANCHEZ Utuado | 0.8 mi | 4.0 |
| VOCACIONAL ANTONIO REYES PADILLA Utuado | 1.1 mi | 5.9 |
| LUIS MUNOZ RIVERA UTUADO Utuado | 1.1 mi | 5.5 |
| JUDITH A. VIVAS Utuado | 1.2 mi | 9.7 |
| INOCENCIO MONTERO Utuado | 2.0 mi | 7.0 |
| FRANCISCO JORDAN Utuado | 2.7 mi | 8.2 |
| MARTA LAFONTAINE Utuado | 4.4 mi | 8.5 |
| DR. EFRAIN GONZALEZ TEJERA Utuado | 4.9 mi | 9.5 |
| JOSE VIZCARRONDO Utuado | 6.1 mi | 5.2 |
| DOMINGO PIETRI RUIZ Adjuntas | 7.2 mi | 7.2 |
| JOSE EMILIO LUGO Adjuntas | 7.4 mi | 5.4 |
| RAFAEL APARICIO JIMENEZ Adjuntas | 7.5 mi | 4.1 |
| ANTONIO TULLA TORRES Utuado | 7.3 mi | 7.8 |
| HECTOR I. RIVERA Adjuntas | 7.6 mi | 6.7 |
| ANTONIO ROMERO MUNIZ Jayuya | 8.0 mi | 6.5 |
| RAFAEL ZAMOT CRUZ Hatillo | 8.5 mi | 7.5 |
| ADRIAN TORRES TORRES Jayuya | 8.4 mi | 7.4 |
| PROFESOR RAFAEL ALICEA VAZQUEZ Lares | 8.4 mi | 5.7 |
| ANGELICA TORO Jayuya | 8.5 mi | 5.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 00641 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$17,839
Median Home Value
$101,900
Median Rent
$464/mo
Population
23,962
College Educated
21.9%
Homeownership
61.6%
Avg Commute
30.4 min
Poverty Rate
53.7%
Median Age
46.3
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| DR. PEDRO ALBIZU CAMPOS JUANA DIAZ Juana Diaz, PR | 5.5 |
| HIPOLITO GARCIA BORRERO Guayanilla, PR | 5.5 |
| LUIS MUNOZ RIVERA HATILLO Hatillo, PR | 5.5 |
| VILLA GRANADA San Juan, PR | 5.5 |
| FEDERICO DEGETAU ARECIBO Arecibo, PR | 5.7 |
| INES MARIA MENDOZA DE MUNOZ MARIN BAYAMON Bayamon, PR | 5.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Bernardo Gonzalez Colon
What grades does Bernardo Gonzalez Colon serve?
Bernardo Gonzalez Colon serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Bernardo Gonzalez Colon?
Bernardo Gonzalez Colon has an enrollment of approximately 252 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Bernardo Gonzalez Colon?
The student-teacher ratio at Bernardo Gonzalez Colon is 11:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Bernardo Gonzalez Colon rank in PR?
Bernardo Gonzalez Colon ranks #535 of 842 schools in PR.
What is Bernardo Gonzalez Colon's MySchoolScout rating?
Bernardo Gonzalez Colon has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Bernardo Gonzalez Colon?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Bernardo Gonzalez Colon has 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
Is Bernardo Gonzalez Colon a charter school?
No, Bernardo Gonzalez Colon is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Bernardo Gonzalez Colon a Title I school?
No, Bernardo Gonzalez Colon is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Bernardo Gonzalez Colon?
90.9% of students at Bernardo Gonzalez Colon qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 252
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 23
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 90.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Town
- County
- Utuado Municipio
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 9.1%
- Phone
- (787) 894-2524
Resources & Links
District
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION- District Enrollment
- 240,910
- Schools in District
- 858
- District Rank
- #535 of 842
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