Excellent
#96 of 842 schools in PR
Top 11% in state
Jose Colon Gonzalez
Elementary School · PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
PO BOX 62, Barranquitas, PR 00794
Enrollment
456
Student-Teacher
10.4:1
Score
8.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
456
Student-Teacher
10.4:1
Score
8.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Puerto Rico schools
#96 of 842
In Barranquitas
#3 of 10
public schools
In district
#96 of 842
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
Academic performance
9.9 / 10
Excellent
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Jose Colon Gonzalez
Elementary School in Barranquitas · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Jose Colon Gonzalez
Jose Colon Gonzalez is a public elementary school in Barranquitas, PR, part of PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION. Jose Colon Gonzalez serves approximately 456 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 10.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Jose Colon Gonzalez has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 out of 10 and ranks #96 of 842 schools in PR.
Structured state assessment records for Jose Colon Gonzalez show 85% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 87% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
- This school 8.6 · Excellent
- District avg 7.0
- PR avg 7.0
Score Breakdown
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Jose Colon Gonzalez — Students at Jose Colon Gonzalez score 92% proficient, which is above 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
↑ ImprovingAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.6/10.
How Jose Colon Gonzalez Compares
See how Jose Colon Gonzalez performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
PO BOX 62, Barranquitas, PR 00794
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Jose Colon Gonzalez may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. OSCAR PORRATA DORIA (rated 9.8/10, 3.8 miles away, in nearby Comerio), which scores notably higher. Another option is INTERMEDIA FRANCISCO (PACO) LOPEZ LOPEZ (rated 8.8/10, 3.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, RABANAL (rated 8.8/10, 4.4 miles away, in nearby Aibonito), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Barranquitas, see our Barranquitas schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| PABLO COLON BERDECIA Barranquitas | 0.7 mi | 5.5 |
| PETROAMERICA PAGAN Barranquitas | 1.0 mi | 4.7 |
| LUIS MUNOZ MARIN BARRANQUITAS Barranquitas | 1.2 mi | 7.8 |
| ANTONIO VAZQUEZ RAMOS Barranquitas | 1.2 mi | 8.7 |
| DRA. CARMEN DELIA COLON MARTINEZ Aibonito | 1.4 mi | 6.2 |
| RAMON T. RIVERA Barranquitas | 3.2 mi | 7.2 |
| FEDERICO DEGETAU Barranquitas | 3.1 mi | 4.7 |
| FEDERICO DEGETAU II Aibonito | 3.4 mi | 6.8 |
| BONIFACIO SANCHEZ JIMENEZ Aibonito | 3.4 mi | 6.8 |
| SABINO RIVERA BERRIOS Coamo | 3.5 mi | 4.2 |
| JOSE CELSO BARBOSA Aibonito | 3.7 mi | 6.8 |
| RAFAEL PONT FLORES Aibonito | 3.6 mi | 8.2 |
| INOCENCIO CINTRON ZAYAS Barranquitas | 3.6 mi | 8.0 |
| DR. JOSE N. GANDARA Aibonito | 3.8 mi | 6.1 |
| INTERMEDIA FRANCISCO (PACO) LOPEZ LOPEZ Barranquitas | 3.9 mi | 8.8 |
| OSCAR PORRATA DORIA Comerio | 3.8 mi | 9.8 |
| EL FARALLON Barranquitas | 4.1 mi | 5.6 |
| RABANAL Aibonito | 4.4 mi | 8.8 |
| CLAUDIO FERRER COTTO Comerio | 4.4 mi | 8.4 |
| CARMEN ZENAIDA VEGA Aibonito | 4.5 mi | 8.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 00794 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$22,128
Median Home Value
$119,800
Median Rent
$504/mo
Population
28,450
College Educated
22.7%
Homeownership
68.5%
Avg Commute
31.8 min
Poverty Rate
49.5%
Median Age
40.2
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| CARMEN NOELIA PERAZA TOLEDO Hatillo, PR | 8.6 |
| DR. EFRAIN SANCHEZ HIDALGO TOA BAJA Toa Baja, PR | 8.6 |
| LUZ ENEIDA COLON San Juan, PR | 8.6 |
| FACTOR 5 Arecibo, PR | 8.5 |
| JUAN CUEVAS ABOY Ponce, PR | 8.7 |
| LUZ A. CRUZ DE SANTANA Humacao, PR | 8.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Jose Colon Gonzalez
What grades does Jose Colon Gonzalez serve?
Jose Colon Gonzalez serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Jose Colon Gonzalez?
Jose Colon Gonzalez has an enrollment of approximately 456 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Jose Colon Gonzalez?
The student-teacher ratio at Jose Colon Gonzalez is 10.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Jose Colon Gonzalez rank in PR?
Jose Colon Gonzalez ranks #96 of 842 schools in PR.
What is Jose Colon Gonzalez's MySchoolScout rating?
Jose Colon Gonzalez has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 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 Jose Colon Gonzalez?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Jose Colon Gonzalez has 85% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 87% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
Is Jose Colon Gonzalez a charter school?
No, Jose Colon Gonzalez is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Jose Colon Gonzalez a Title I school?
No, Jose Colon Gonzalez is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Jose Colon Gonzalez?
91.0% of students at Jose Colon Gonzalez 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
- 34 Car-Dependent
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 456
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 44
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 91.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Barranquitas Municipio
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 7.7%
- Phone
- (787) 857-3686
Resources & Links
District
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION- District Enrollment
- 240,910
- Schools in District
- 858
- District Rank
- #96 of 842
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