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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

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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Bernardo Gonzalez Colon

5.6/10

Elementary School in Utuado · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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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).

How it compares1.4 pts below district
  • This school 5.6 · Average
  • District avg 7.0
  • PR avg 7.0

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.8Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data9
Annual Change0 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2018
TrendStable
Academics4.7Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency15% (2018 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency36% (2018 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency26% (2018 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)43% (model expectation from 2018 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-17.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile28th
Resources & Environment8.8Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11:1
Chronic Absenteeism9.1%

Bernardo Gonzalez Colon — Students at Bernardo Gonzalez Colon score 26% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 43%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

90.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores PR EDFACTS (2017-18)

Math Proficiency 25.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2018)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 39.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2018)
School
State
N/A

Based on 18 test records from PR state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
19%
ELA
27%
2011
Math
27%
ELA
29%
2012
Math
30%
ELA
50%
2013
Math
42%
ELA
55%
2014
Math
26%
ELA
30%
2015
Math
33%
ELA
44%
2016
Math
21%
ELA
49%
2017
Math
20%
ELA
36%
2018
Math
15%
ELA
36%

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.

Overall Score
5.6/10
37th percentile in PR
Academic
4.7/10
Below Average
Growth
4.8/10
Below Average
Environment
8.8/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
91%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
23 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
9.1%

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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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.

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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%

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academics, and learning environment — plus college readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, with growth counting most in elementary and middle grades. Equity data is shown for context but is not factored into the score. Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

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