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#338 of 842 schools in PR

Top 40% in state

Bonifacio Sanchez Jimenez

High School · PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION

PO BOX 538, Aibonito, PR 00705

Enrollment

248

Student-Teacher

8.6:1

Score

6.8

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Puerto Rico schools

#338 of 842

In Aibonito

#4 of 9

public schools

In district

#338 of 842

PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION

Academic performance

7.4 / 10

Very Good

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Bonifacio Sanchez Jimenez

6.8/10

High School in Aibonito · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Bonifacio Sanchez Jimenez

Bonifacio Sanchez Jimenez is a public high school in Aibonito, PR, part of PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION. Bonifacio Sanchez Jimenez serves approximately 248 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 8.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Bonifacio Sanchez Jimenez has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #338 of 842 schools in PR.

Structured state assessment records for Bonifacio Sanchez Jimenez show 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).

How it compares1.1 pts above district
  • This school 6.8 · Average
  • District avg 5.7
  • PR avg 5.7

What Parents Should Know

At 8.6:1 students to teachers, Bonifacio Sanchez Jimenez sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

41% of students at Bonifacio Sanchez Jimenez were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress5.8Average25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data9
Annual Change+0.43 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2018
TrendStable
Academics7.4Very Good25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency32% (2018 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency57% (2018 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency45% (2018 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)39% (model expectation from 2018 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+5.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile61th
College Readiness7.5Very Good30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate87%
AP Participation11.7%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment6.2Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio8.6:1
Chronic Absenteeism40.7%

Bonifacio Sanchez Jimenez — Students at Bonifacio Sanchez Jimenez score 44% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

91.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores PR EDFACTS (2017-18)

Math Proficiency 31.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2018)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 59.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2018)
School
State
N/A

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

Proficiency Trend

↑ Improving

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

2009
Math
7.5%
ELA
52%
2011
Math
42%
ELA
67%
2012
Math
37%
ELA
62%
2013
Math
42%
ELA
57%
2014
Math
37%
ELA
52%
2015
Math
32%
ELA
67%
2016
Math
27%
ELA
57%
2017
Math
27%
ELA
62%
2018
Math
32%
ELA
57%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 5.8/10.

How Bonifacio Sanchez Jimenez Compares

See how Bonifacio Sanchez Jimenez performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.8/10
60th percentile in PR
Academic
7.4/10
Very Good
Growth
5.8/10
Average
Environment
6.2/10
Average
AP Courses
1
State avg: 1
Advanced STEM
4/5
Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
91%
Teaching Staff
9:1 student-teacher ratio
29 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
40.7%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs1 AP course offered
11.7% participation·State avg: 1 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses4 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

PO BOX 538, Aibonito, PR 00705

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Bonifacio Sanchez Jimenez may also want to explore other high schools in the area. LUIS MUNOZ MARIN BARRANQUITAS (rated 7.8/10, 4.6 miles away, in nearby Barranquitas), which scores slightly higher. Another option is DR. JOSE N. GANDARA (rated 6.1/10, 0.4 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, PABLO COLON BERDECIA (rated 5.5/10, 4.1 miles away, in nearby Barranquitas), a more accessible option. For more schools in Aibonito, see our Aibonito schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.5 mi
School Distance Rating
FEDERICO DEGETAU II Aibonito 0.1 mi 6.8
DR. JOSE N. GANDARA Aibonito 0.4 mi 6.1
RAFAEL PONT FLORES Aibonito 0.5 mi 8.2
RABANAL Aibonito 1.0 mi 8.8
PASTO Aibonito 1.7 mi 6.8
JOSE CELSO BARBOSA Aibonito 2.0 mi 6.8
CARMEN ZENAIDA VEGA Aibonito 2.2 mi 8.2
DRA. CARMEN DELIA COLON MARTINEZ Aibonito 2.3 mi 6.2
ANTONIO VAZQUEZ RAMOS Barranquitas 3.3 mi 8.7
JOSE COLON GONZALEZ Barranquitas 3.4 mi 8.6
PABLO COLON BERDECIA Barranquitas 4.1 mi 5.5
PETROAMERICA PAGAN Barranquitas 4.4 mi 4.7
EUGENIO MARIA DE HOSTOS CAYEY Cayey 4.5 mi 8.4
LUIS MUNOZ MARIN BARRANQUITAS Barranquitas 4.6 mi 7.8
EUGENIO NAZARIO SOTO Coamo 4.8 mi 7.7
CLEMENCIA MELENDEZ Cidra 5.0 mi 5.4
OSCAR PORRATA DORIA Comerio 5.2 mi 9.8
CLAUDIO FERRER COTTO Comerio 5.3 mi 8.4
SABINO RIVERA BERRIOS Coamo 5.2 mi 4.2
LUIS MUNOZ MARIN COMERIO Comerio 5.5 mi 8.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 00705 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$21,806

Median Home Value

$120,700

Median Rent

$505/mo

Population

24,475

College Educated

23.5%

Homeownership

74.9%

Avg Commute

24.2 min

Poverty Rate

44.6%

Median Age

46.8

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Bonifacio Sanchez Jimenez

What grades does Bonifacio Sanchez Jimenez serve?

Bonifacio Sanchez Jimenez serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Bonifacio Sanchez Jimenez?

Bonifacio Sanchez Jimenez has an enrollment of approximately 248 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Bonifacio Sanchez Jimenez?

The student-teacher ratio at Bonifacio Sanchez Jimenez is 8.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Bonifacio Sanchez Jimenez rank in PR?

Bonifacio Sanchez Jimenez ranks #338 of 842 schools in PR.

What is Bonifacio Sanchez Jimenez's MySchoolScout rating?

Bonifacio Sanchez Jimenez has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 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 Bonifacio Sanchez Jimenez?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Bonifacio Sanchez Jimenez has 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).

Is Bonifacio Sanchez Jimenez a charter school?

No, Bonifacio Sanchez Jimenez is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Bonifacio Sanchez Jimenez a Title I school?

No, Bonifacio Sanchez Jimenez is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Bonifacio Sanchez Jimenez?

91.1% of students at Bonifacio Sanchez Jimenez 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
19 Car-Dependent

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
248
Student-Teacher Ratio
8.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
29
Free/Reduced Lunch
91.1%
Type
regular
Setting
Fringe Town
County
Aibonito Municipio
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
40.7%
4-Year Graduation
87.0%

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