Excellent
#10 of 842 schools in PR
Top 1% in state
Dr. Efrain Gonzalez Tejera
Elementary School · PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
PO BOX 490, Utuado, PR 00641
Enrollment
120
Student-Teacher
10:1
Score
9.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
120
Student-Teacher
10:1
Score
9.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Puerto Rico schools
#10 of 842
In Utuado
#2 of 12
public schools
In district
#10 of 842
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
Academic growth
9.8 / 10
Excellent
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About Dr. Efrain Gonzalez Tejera
Dr. Efrain Gonzalez Tejera is a public elementary school in Utuado, PR, part of PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION. Dr.
Efrain Gonzalez Tejera serves approximately 120 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 10:1 student-teacher ratio. Dr. Efrain Gonzalez Tejera has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.5 out of 10 and ranks #10 of 842 schools in PR.
Structured state assessment records for Dr. Efrain Gonzalez Tejera show 65% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 72% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
- This school 9.5 · Excellent
- District avg 7.0
- PR avg 7.0
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 120 students, Dr. Efrain Gonzalez Tejera is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.
Located in a rural area, Dr. Efrain Gonzalez Tejera may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.
Score Breakdown
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Dr. Efrain Gonzalez Tejera — Students at Dr. Efrain Gonzalez Tejera score 90% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 45%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
90.8%
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
↑ ImprovingAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.8/10.
How Dr. Efrain Gonzalez Tejera Compares
See how Dr. Efrain Gonzalez Tejera performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
PO BOX 490, Utuado, PR 00641
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Dr. Efrain Gonzalez Tejera may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. JUDITH A. VIVAS (rated 9.7/10, 6.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is HECTOR HERNANDEZ ARANA (rated 9.4/10, 6.2 miles away, in nearby Lares), with a very similar rating. Additionally, SANTIAGO R. PALMER (rated 8.3/10, 5.9 miles away, in nearby Camuy), a more accessible option. For more schools in Utuado, see our Utuado schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 7.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| JOSE VIZCARRONDO Utuado | 1.7 mi | 5.2 |
| FRANCISCO JORDAN Utuado | 2.2 mi | 8.2 |
| PROFESOR RAFAEL ALICEA VAZQUEZ Lares | 3.8 mi | 5.7 |
| VOCACIONAL ANTONIO REYES PADILLA Utuado | 4.3 mi | 5.9 |
| LUIS MUNOZ RIVERA UTUADO Utuado | 4.3 mi | 5.5 |
| RAFAEL ZAMOT CRUZ Hatillo | 4.8 mi | 7.5 |
| BERNARDO GONZALEZ COLON Utuado | 4.9 mi | 5.6 |
| ANGELICA DELGADO Lares | 5.0 mi | 7.4 |
| INOCENCIO MONTERO Utuado | 5.3 mi | 7.0 |
| MARIA LIBERTAD GOMEZ Utuado | 5.4 mi | 4.4 |
| FRANCISCO RAMOS SANCHEZ Utuado | 5.5 mi | 4.0 |
| SANTIAGO R. PALMER Camuy | 5.9 mi | 8.3 |
| SUPERIOR MIGUEL F SANTIAGO ECHEGARAY Camuy | 5.9 mi | 5.7 |
| JUDITH A. VIVAS Utuado | 6.0 mi | 9.7 |
| HECTOR HERNANDEZ ARANA Lares | 6.2 mi | 9.4 |
| RAMON DE JESUS SIERRA Lares | 6.5 mi | 3.6 |
| DOMINGO APONTE COLLAZO Lares | 6.5 mi | 5.6 |
| HECTOR I. RIVERA Adjuntas | 7.0 mi | 6.7 |
| DANIEL VELEZ SOTO Lares | 6.6 mi | 8.2 |
| LUIS MELENDEZ RODRIGUEZ Hatillo | 7.5 mi | 4.0 |
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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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
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| ELSA E. COUTO ANNONI Guanica, PR | 9.5 |
| ESPERANZA GONZALEZ Morovis, PR | 9.5 |
| BENICIA VELEZ Yauco, PR | 9.4 |
| JESUS MANUEL SUAREZ Carolina, PR | 9.4 |
| RAMON LOPEZ BERRIOS Villalba, PR | 9.6 |
| AMALIA MARIN PRIMARIA San Juan, PR | 9.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Dr. Efrain Gonzalez Tejera
What grades does Dr. Efrain Gonzalez Tejera serve?
Dr. Efrain Gonzalez Tejera serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Dr. Efrain Gonzalez Tejera?
Dr. Efrain Gonzalez Tejera has an enrollment of approximately 120 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Dr. Efrain Gonzalez Tejera?
The student-teacher ratio at Dr. Efrain Gonzalez Tejera is 10:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Dr. Efrain Gonzalez Tejera rank in PR?
Dr. Efrain Gonzalez Tejera ranks #10 of 842 schools in PR.
What is Dr. Efrain Gonzalez Tejera's MySchoolScout rating?
Dr. Efrain Gonzalez Tejera has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.5 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 Dr. Efrain Gonzalez Tejera?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Dr. Efrain Gonzalez Tejera has 65% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 72% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
Is Dr. Efrain Gonzalez Tejera a charter school?
No, Dr. Efrain Gonzalez Tejera is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Dr. Efrain Gonzalez Tejera a Title I school?
No, Dr. Efrain Gonzalez Tejera is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Dr. Efrain Gonzalez Tejera?
90.8% of students at Dr. Efrain Gonzalez Tejera qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
- Walk Score
- 12 Car-Dependent
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 120
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 12
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 90.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Utuado Municipio
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 18.3%
- Phone
- (787) 894-7245
Resources & Links
District
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION- District Enrollment
- 240,910
- Schools in District
- 858
- District Rank
- #10 of 842
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