Below Average
#718 of 842 schools in PR
Maria Libertad Gomez
Elementary School · PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
CALLE 12 SUITE 206 CENTRO GUBERNAMENTAL, Utuado, PR 00641
Enrollment
128
Student-Teacher
7.5:1
Score
4.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
128
Student-Teacher
7.5:1
Score
4.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Puerto Rico schools
#718 of 842
In Utuado
#11 of 12
public schools
In district
#718 of 842
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
School environment
8.4 / 10
Excellent
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About Maria Libertad Gomez
Maria Libertad Gomez is a public elementary school in Utuado, PR, part of PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION. Maria Libertad Gomez serves approximately 128 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 7.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Maria Libertad Gomez has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 out of 10 and ranks #718 of 842 schools in PR.
Structured state assessment records for Maria Libertad Gomez show 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
- This school 4.4 · Below Average
- District avg 7.0
- PR avg 7.0
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 128 students, Maria Libertad Gomez 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 7.5:1, Maria Libertad Gomez 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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Maria Libertad Gomez — Students at Maria Libertad Gomez score 37% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 48%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
90.6%
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: 1.8/10.
How Maria Libertad Gomez Compares
See how Maria Libertad Gomez performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
CALLE 12 SUITE 206 CENTRO GUBERNAMENTAL, Utuado, PR 00641
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Maria Libertad Gomez may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. JUDITH A. VIVAS (rated 9.7/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is DR. EFRAIN GONZALEZ TEJERA (rated 9.5/10, 5.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, SAN PATRICIO (rated 9.2/10, 8.6 miles away, in nearby Jayuya), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Utuado, see our Utuado schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 8.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| FRANCISCO RAMOS SANCHEZ Utuado | 0.1 mi | 4.0 |
| BERNARDO GONZALEZ COLON Utuado | 0.6 mi | 5.6 |
| JUDITH A. VIVAS Utuado | 0.7 mi | 9.7 |
| VOCACIONAL ANTONIO REYES PADILLA Utuado | 1.3 mi | 5.9 |
| LUIS MUNOZ RIVERA UTUADO Utuado | 1.3 mi | 5.5 |
| INOCENCIO MONTERO Utuado | 1.7 mi | 7.0 |
| FRANCISCO JORDAN Utuado | 3.2 mi | 8.2 |
| MARTA LAFONTAINE Utuado | 4.0 mi | 8.5 |
| DR. EFRAIN GONZALEZ TEJERA Utuado | 5.4 mi | 9.5 |
| DOMINGO PIETRI RUIZ Adjuntas | 6.7 mi | 7.2 |
| JOSE VIZCARRONDO Utuado | 6.5 mi | 5.2 |
| JOSE EMILIO LUGO Adjuntas | 6.9 mi | 5.4 |
| RAFAEL APARICIO JIMENEZ Adjuntas | 7.0 mi | 4.1 |
| ANTONIO TULLA TORRES Utuado | 7.1 mi | 7.8 |
| ANTONIO ROMERO MUNIZ Jayuya | 7.3 mi | 6.5 |
| HECTOR I. RIVERA Adjuntas | 7.5 mi | 6.7 |
| ADRIAN TORRES TORRES Jayuya | 7.8 mi | 7.4 |
| ANGELICA TORO Jayuya | 8.0 mi | 5.3 |
| SAN PATRICIO Jayuya | 8.6 mi | 9.2 |
| ANTONIA SERRANO GONZALEZ Jayuya | 8.3 mi | 5.5 |
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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| ELEMENTAL BARRIO LAS 400 Canovanas, PR | 4.4 |
| HERMINA DIAZ APONTE Trujillo Alto, PR | 4.5 |
| ALEJANDRO JR. CRUZ Toa Alta, PR | 4.3 |
| ANDRES C. GONZALEZ Bayamon, PR | 4.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Maria Libertad Gomez
What grades does Maria Libertad Gomez serve?
Maria Libertad Gomez serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Maria Libertad Gomez?
Maria Libertad Gomez has an enrollment of approximately 128 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Maria Libertad Gomez?
The student-teacher ratio at Maria Libertad Gomez is 7.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Maria Libertad Gomez rank in PR?
Maria Libertad Gomez ranks #718 of 842 schools in PR.
What is Maria Libertad Gomez's MySchoolScout rating?
Maria Libertad Gomez has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 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 Maria Libertad Gomez?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Maria Libertad Gomez has 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
Is Maria Libertad Gomez a charter school?
No, Maria Libertad Gomez is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Maria Libertad Gomez a Title I school?
No, Maria Libertad Gomez is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Maria Libertad Gomez?
90.6% of students at Maria Libertad Gomez 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 – 5th
- Enrollment
- 128
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 17
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 90.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Town
- County
- Utuado Municipio
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 15.6%
- Phone
- (787) 894-2188
Resources & Links
District
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION- District Enrollment
- 240,910
- Schools in District
- 858
- District Rank
- #718 of 842
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