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#628 of 842 schools in PR
Carmen Gomez Tejera Bayamon
Elementary School · PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
PO BOX 9466, Bayamon, PR 00956
Enrollment
312
Student-Teacher
8.7:1
Score
5.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
312
Student-Teacher
8.7:1
Score
5.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Puerto Rico schools
#628 of 842
In Bayamon
#30 of 41
public schools
In district
#628 of 842
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
School environment
9.7 / 10
Excellent
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About Carmen Gomez Tejera Bayamon
Carmen Gomez Tejera Bayamon is a public elementary school in Bayamon, PR, part of PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION. Carmen Gomez Tejera Bayamon serves approximately 312 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 8.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Carmen Gomez Tejera Bayamon has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10 and ranks #628 of 842 schools in PR.
Structured state assessment records for Carmen Gomez Tejera Bayamon show 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
- This school 5.0 · Average
- District avg 7.0
- PR avg 7.0
What Parents Should Know
With a student-teacher ratio of 8.7:1, Carmen Gomez Tejera Bayamon offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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Carmen Gomez Tejera Bayamon — Students at Carmen Gomez Tejera Bayamon score 40% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
91%
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
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 2.0/10.
How Carmen Gomez Tejera Bayamon Compares
See how Carmen Gomez Tejera Bayamon performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
PO BOX 9466, Bayamon, PR 00956
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Carmen Gomez Tejera Bayamon may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. JOSEFITA MONSERRATE DE SELLES (rated 8.7/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is MARIA E. BAS DE VAZQUEZ (rated 7.8/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, CARLOS ORAMA PADILLA (rated 7.3/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Bayamon, see our Bayamon schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| LUIS PALES MATOS Bayamon | 0.1 mi | 5.2 |
| FAUSTINO SANTIAGO MONTALVO Bayamon | 0.6 mi | 5.3 |
| INES MARIA MENDOZA DE MUNOZ MARIN BAYAMON Bayamon | 0.7 mi | 5.7 |
| JOSEFITA MONSERRATE DE SELLES Bayamon | 0.8 mi | 8.7 |
| TOMAS C. ONGAY Bayamon | 1.0 mi | 4.7 |
| PEDRO P. CASABLANCA Bayamon | 1.0 mi | 4.2 |
| MARIANO FELIU BALSEIRO Bayamon | 1.1 mi | 3.3 |
| DR. JOSE ANTONIO DAVILA Bayamon | 1.2 mi | 5.5 |
| MARIA E. BAS DE VAZQUEZ Bayamon | 1.2 mi | 7.8 |
| DR. AGUSTIN STAHL Bayamon | 1.3 mi | 5.0 |
| SANTA ROSA III Guaynabo | 1.4 mi | 6.5 |
| DR. JOSE PADIN BAYAMON Bayamon | 1.4 mi | 4.6 |
| MIGUEL DE CERVANTES SAAVEDRA Bayamon | 1.5 mi | 4.4 |
| CRISTOBAL COLON Bayamon | 1.5 mi | 6.8 |
| JUAN PONCE DE LEON GUAYNABO Guaynabo | 1.5 mi | 7.8 |
| JUAN E. MIRANDA Guaynabo | 1.8 mi | 4.6 |
| CARLOS ORAMA PADILLA Bayamon | 1.9 mi | 7.3 |
| JUAN MOREL CAMPOS BAYAMON Bayamon | 2.0 mi | 6.9 |
| PAPA JUAN XXIII Bayamon | 2.2 mi | 8.4 |
| DR. HIRAM GONZALEZ Bayamon | 2.2 mi | 7.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 00956 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$28,674
Median Home Value
$134,800
Median Rent
$645/mo
Population
67,050
College Educated
28.9%
Homeownership
69.9%
Avg Commute
30.7 min
Poverty Rate
37.3%
Median Age
43.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BERNALDO MENDEZ JIMENEZ San Sebastian, PR | 5.0 |
| COLEEN VAZQUEZ URRUTIA Naranjito, PR | 5.0 |
| ERNESTO RAMOS ANTONINI PONCE Ponce, PR | 5.0 |
| JOSE DE DIEGO AGUADILLA Aguadilla, PR | 5.0 |
| LUIS MUNOZ RIVERA SAN JUAN San Juan, PR | 5.0 |
| MANUEL A. PEREZ San Juan, PR | 5.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Carmen Gomez Tejera Bayamon
What grades does Carmen Gomez Tejera Bayamon serve?
Carmen Gomez Tejera Bayamon serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Carmen Gomez Tejera Bayamon?
Carmen Gomez Tejera Bayamon has an enrollment of approximately 312 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Carmen Gomez Tejera Bayamon?
The student-teacher ratio at Carmen Gomez Tejera Bayamon is 8.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Carmen Gomez Tejera Bayamon rank in PR?
Carmen Gomez Tejera Bayamon ranks #628 of 842 schools in PR.
What is Carmen Gomez Tejera Bayamon's MySchoolScout rating?
Carmen Gomez Tejera Bayamon has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 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 Carmen Gomez Tejera Bayamon?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Carmen Gomez Tejera Bayamon has 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
Is Carmen Gomez Tejera Bayamon a charter school?
No, Carmen Gomez Tejera Bayamon is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Carmen Gomez Tejera Bayamon a Title I school?
No, Carmen Gomez Tejera Bayamon is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Carmen Gomez Tejera Bayamon?
91.0% of students at Carmen Gomez Tejera Bayamon 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
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 312
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 36
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 91.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Bayamón Municipio
- Phone
- (787) 785-1364
Resources & Links
District
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION- District Enrollment
- 240,910
- Schools in District
- 858
- District Rank
- #628 of 842
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