Excellent
#72 of 842 schools in PR
Top 8% in state
Jose Gonzalez Ruiz
Elementary School · PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
PO BOX 7000 SUITE 4, Aguada, PR 00602
Enrollment
94
Student-Teacher
8.5:1
Score
8.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
94
Student-Teacher
8.5:1
Score
8.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Puerto Rico schools
#72 of 842
In Aguada
#1 of 11
public schools
In district
#72 of 842
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
Academic performance
9.5 / 10
Excellent
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About Jose Gonzalez Ruiz
Jose Gonzalez Ruiz is a public elementary school in Aguada, PR, part of PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION. Jose Gonzalez Ruiz serves approximately 94 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 8.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Jose Gonzalez Ruiz has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.8 out of 10 and ranks #72 of 842 schools in PR.
Structured state assessment records for Jose Gonzalez Ruiz show 74% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 70% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
- This school 8.8 · Excellent
- District avg 7.0
- PR avg 7.0
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 94 students, Jose Gonzalez Ruiz 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.
With a student-teacher ratio of 8.5:1, Jose Gonzalez Ruiz 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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Jose Gonzalez Ruiz — Students at Jose Gonzalez Ruiz score 80% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 51%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
90.4%
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
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.2/10.
How Jose Gonzalez Ruiz Compares
See how Jose Gonzalez Ruiz performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
PO BOX 7000 SUITE 4, Aguada, PR 00602
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Jose Gonzalez Ruiz may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ANTONIO GONZALEZ SUAREZ (rated 8.4/10, 4.3 miles away, in nearby Anasco), with a comparable rating. Another option is MANUEL GONZALEZ MELO (rated 8.2/10, 3.7 miles away, in nearby Rincon), with a comparable rating. Additionally, JUAN LINO SANTIAGO (rated 8.0/10, 2.5 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Aguada, see our Aguada schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| JUAN B. SOTO Aguada | 1.2 mi | 7.2 |
| ANSELMO VILLARRUBIA Aguada | 1.7 mi | 7.3 |
| EPIFANIO ESTRADA AGUADA Aguada | 2.2 mi | 4.9 |
| CENTRO VOCACIONAL ESPECIAL Aguada | 2.5 mi | 5.5 |
| JUAN LINO SANTIAGO Aguada | 2.5 mi | 8.0 |
| ELADIO TIRADO LOPEZ Aguada | 2.5 mi | 5.2 |
| PROFESORA JUANA ROSARIO CARRERO Aguada | 2.7 mi | 4.1 |
| LYDIA MELENDEZ Aguada | 3.1 mi | 5.4 |
| DR. CARLOS GONZALEZ Aguada | 3.3 mi | 7.9 |
| AQUILINO CABAN Aguada | 3.3 mi | 7.0 |
| MANUEL GONZALEZ MELO Rincon | 3.7 mi | 8.2 |
| LUIS MUNOZ MARIN ANASCO Anasco | 3.9 mi | 4.8 |
| ANTONIO GONZALEZ SUAREZ Anasco | 4.3 mi | 8.4 |
| CARMEN CASASUS MARTI Anasco | 4.6 mi | 6.9 |
| ALCIDES FIGUEROA Anasco | 4.7 mi | 7.9 |
| ISABEL SUAREZ Anasco | 4.7 mi | 4.3 |
| MANUEL GARCIA PEREZ Rincon | 4.7 mi | 6.4 |
| CONRADO RODRIGUEZ Rincon | 4.9 mi | 7.5 |
| SUPERIOR CATALINA MORALES FLORES Moca | 5.4 mi | 5.1 |
| JOSE DE DIEGO AGUADILLA Aguadilla | 5.6 mi | 5.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 00602 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$21,702
Median Home Value
$108,200
Median Rent
$465/mo
Population
37,510
College Educated
23.6%
Homeownership
75.3%
Avg Commute
20.9 min
Poverty Rate
46.8%
Median Age
46
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| MARIANO ABRIL San German, PR | 8.8 |
| LUIS MUNOZ RIVERA GUANICA Guanica, PR | 8.9 |
| ANTONIO PAOLI VEGA ALTA Vega Alta, PR | 8.7 |
| EMILIO DEL TORO CUEVAS San Juan, PR | 8.7 |
| ARTURO LLUBERAS Yauco, PR | 8.6 |
| JUAN SERAPIO MANGUAL Juana Diaz, PR | 8.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Jose Gonzalez Ruiz
What grades does Jose Gonzalez Ruiz serve?
Jose Gonzalez Ruiz serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Jose Gonzalez Ruiz?
Jose Gonzalez Ruiz has an enrollment of approximately 94 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Jose Gonzalez Ruiz?
The student-teacher ratio at Jose Gonzalez Ruiz is 8.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Jose Gonzalez Ruiz rank in PR?
Jose Gonzalez Ruiz ranks #72 of 842 schools in PR.
What is Jose Gonzalez Ruiz's MySchoolScout rating?
Jose Gonzalez Ruiz has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.8 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 Jose Gonzalez Ruiz?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Jose Gonzalez Ruiz has 74% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 70% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
Is Jose Gonzalez Ruiz a charter school?
No, Jose Gonzalez Ruiz is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Jose Gonzalez Ruiz a Title I school?
No, Jose Gonzalez Ruiz is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Jose Gonzalez Ruiz?
90.4% of students at Jose Gonzalez Ruiz 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
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 94
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 11
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 90.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize Suburb
- County
- Aguada Municipio
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 7.4%
- Phone
- (787) 868-5740
Resources & Links
District
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION- District Enrollment
- 240,910
- Schools in District
- 858
- District Rank
- #72 of 842
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