Average
#331 of 842 schools in PR
Top 39% in state
Lauro Gonzalez Hijo
Elementary School · PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
PO BOX 233, Las Marias, PR 00670
Enrollment
172
Student-Teacher
10.8:1
Score
6.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
172
Student-Teacher
10.8:1
Score
6.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Puerto Rico schools
#331 of 842
In Las Marias
#2 of 5
public schools
In district
#331 of 842
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
School environment
9.3 / 10
Excellent
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About Lauro Gonzalez Hijo
Lauro Gonzalez Hijo is a public elementary school in Las Marias, PR, part of PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION. Lauro Gonzalez Hijo serves approximately 172 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 10.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Lauro Gonzalez Hijo has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and ranks #331 of 842 schools in PR.
Structured state assessment records for Lauro Gonzalez Hijo show 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
- This school 6.9 · Average
- District avg 7.0
- PR avg 7.0
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 172 students, Lauro Gonzalez Hijo 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, Lauro Gonzalez Hijo 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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Lauro Gonzalez Hijo — Students at Lauro Gonzalez Hijo score 50% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
90.7%
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: 5.6/10.
How Lauro Gonzalez Hijo Compares
See how Lauro Gonzalez Hijo performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
PO BOX 233, Las Marias, PR 00670
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Lauro Gonzalez Hijo may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. LA CARMEN (rated 8.6/10, 6.1 miles away, in nearby Maricao), which scores notably higher. Another option is CRUZ MARIA GOMEZ DE MALAVE (rated 8.1/10, 6.0 miles away, in nearby Anasco), which scores notably higher. Additionally, TOMAS VERA AYALA (rated 7.3/10, 5.4 miles away, in nearby Moca), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Las Marias, see our Las Marias schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 6.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| EUGENIO MARIA DE HOSTOS LAS MARIAS Las Marias | 2.6 mi | 5.9 |
| DR. SILVERIO MEDINA GAUD Las Marias | 3.1 mi | 6.8 |
| EVA Y PATRIA CUSTODIO Las Marias | 3.1 mi | 7.3 |
| ELVIRA RUPERTO QUILES Mayaguez | 4.2 mi | 6.7 |
| TOMAS VERA AYALA Moca | 5.4 mi | 7.3 |
| LA CARMEN Maricao | 6.1 mi | 8.6 |
| SUPERIOR NUEVA DE MARICAO Maricao | 6.1 mi | 5.7 |
| CRUZ MARIA GOMEZ DE MALAVE Anasco | 6.0 mi | 8.1 |
| RAUL YBARRA Maricao | 6.2 mi | 3.4 |
| RAMON MARIA TORRES San Sebastian | 6.3 mi | 7.0 |
| AUREA FUENTES MENDEZ San Sebastian | 6.2 mi | 3.3 |
| CENTRO RESIDENCIAL OPORTUNIDADES EDUCATIVAS MAYAGUEZ (CROEM) Mayaguez | 6.4 mi | 8.7 |
| AURORA MENDEZ CHARNECO San Sebastian | 6.5 mi | 4.8 |
| CERRO GORDO MEDINA Moca | 6.6 mi | 5.9 |
| PATRIA LATORRE RAMIREZ San Sebastian | 6.6 mi | 7.4 |
| MANUEL MENDEZ LICIAGA San Sebastian | 6.8 mi | 7.0 |
| LAURA MERCADO San German | 6.8 mi | 6.9 |
| ERNESTINA MENDEZ San Sebastian | 6.9 mi | 5.0 |
| CARMEN CASASUS MARTI Anasco | 6.7 mi | 6.9 |
| ISABEL SUAREZ Anasco | 6.9 mi | 4.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 00670 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$16,278
Median Home Value
$89,600
Median Rent
$355/mo
Population
8,553
College Educated
15.8%
Homeownership
73.6%
Poverty Rate
53.9%
Median Age
44.4
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| EL SENORIAL San Juan, PR | 7.0 |
| ELISA DAVILA VAZQUEZ Vega Alta, PR | 7.0 |
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| GENARO BOU Corozal, PR | 7.0 |
| JORGE LUCAS VALDIVIESO Penuelas, PR | 7.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Lauro Gonzalez Hijo
What grades does Lauro Gonzalez Hijo serve?
Lauro Gonzalez Hijo serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Lauro Gonzalez Hijo?
Lauro Gonzalez Hijo has an enrollment of approximately 172 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Lauro Gonzalez Hijo?
The student-teacher ratio at Lauro Gonzalez Hijo is 10.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Lauro Gonzalez Hijo rank in PR?
Lauro Gonzalez Hijo ranks #331 of 842 schools in PR.
What is Lauro Gonzalez Hijo's MySchoolScout rating?
Lauro Gonzalez Hijo has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 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 Lauro Gonzalez Hijo?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Lauro Gonzalez Hijo has 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
Is Lauro Gonzalez Hijo a charter school?
No, Lauro Gonzalez Hijo is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Lauro Gonzalez Hijo a Title I school?
No, Lauro Gonzalez Hijo is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Lauro Gonzalez Hijo?
90.7% of students at Lauro Gonzalez Hijo 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
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 172
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 16
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 90.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Las Marías Municipio
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 2.3%
- Phone
- (787) 827-2540
Resources & Links
District
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION- District Enrollment
- 240,910
- Schools in District
- 858
- District Rank
- #331 of 842
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