Very Good
#255 of 842 schools in PR
Top 30% in state
Miguel Gonzalez Bauza
Elementary School · PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
PO BOX 839, Penuelas, PR 00624
Enrollment
203
Student-Teacher
10.7:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
203
Student-Teacher
10.7:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Puerto Rico schools
#255 of 842
In Penuelas
#2 of 7
public schools
In district
#255 of 842
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
School environment
9.2 / 10
Excellent
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About Miguel Gonzalez Bauza
Miguel Gonzalez Bauza is a public elementary school in Penuelas, PR, part of PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION. Miguel Gonzalez Bauza serves approximately 203 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 10.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Miguel Gonzalez Bauza has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #255 of 842 schools in PR.
Structured state assessment records for Miguel Gonzalez Bauza show 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
- This school 7.5 · Very Good
- District avg 7.0
- PR avg 7.0
Score Breakdown
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Miguel Gonzalez Bauza — Students at Miguel Gonzalez Bauza score 37% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
91.1%
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: 7.5/10.
How Miguel Gonzalez Bauza Compares
See how Miguel Gonzalez Bauza performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
PO BOX 839, Penuelas, PR 00624
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Miguel Gonzalez Bauza may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. DOMINGO MASSOL (rated 9.1/10, 5.6 miles away, in nearby Adjuntas), which scores notably higher. Another option is LIBRADO NET (rated 9.1/10, 6.0 miles away, in nearby Ponce), which scores notably higher. Additionally, CARMEN SOLA DE PEDREIRA (rated 8.3/10, 4.7 miles away, in nearby Ponce), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Penuelas, see our Penuelas schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 6.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| INTERMEDIA TALLABOA ALTA Penuelas | 0.6 mi | 5.4 |
| WEBSTER Penuelas | 0.7 mi | 8.0 |
| RAFAEL IRIZARRY RIVERA Penuelas | 0.8 mi | 5.6 |
| JOSEFA VELEZ BAUZA Penuelas | 1.5 mi | 5.6 |
| RAMON PEREZ PURCELL Penuelas | 2.8 mi | 7.0 |
| SUPERIOR BETHZAIDA VELAZQUEZ Ponce | 3.8 mi | 6.2 |
| JORGE LUCAS VALDIVIESO Penuelas | 4.1 mi | 7.0 |
| GLORIA MARIA BORRERO OLIVERAS Guayanilla | 4.4 mi | 6.3 |
| CARMEN SOLA DE PEDREIRA Ponce | 4.7 mi | 8.3 |
| AUREA E. RIVERA COLLAZO Ponce | 5.0 mi | 7.6 |
| EUGENIO LE COMPTE BENITEZ Ponce | 5.1 mi | 5.2 |
| DOMINGO MASSOL Adjuntas | 5.6 mi | 9.1 |
| JULIO ALVARADO TRICOCHE Ponce | 5.4 mi | 7.2 |
| LILA MARIA MERCEDES MAYORAL Ponce | 5.9 mi | 3.9 |
| DALILA TORRES Guayanilla | 5.8 mi | 6.7 |
| FERNANDO LUIS MALAVE OLIVERAS Ponce | 5.9 mi | 5.3 |
| DR. PEDRO ALBIZU CAMPOS PONCE Ponce | 6.0 mi | 9.6 |
| ARISTIDES CALES QUIROS Guayanilla | 5.9 mi | 5.1 |
| LIBRADO NET Ponce | 6.0 mi | 9.1 |
| ASUNCION RODRIGUEZ DE SALA Guayanilla | 6.1 mi | 5.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 00624 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$21,091
Median Home Value
$88,100
Median Rent
$530/mo
Population
21,374
College Educated
24.8%
Homeownership
68.8%
Avg Commute
26.6 min
Poverty Rate
51.2%
Median Age
40.3
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Miguel Gonzalez Bauza
What grades does Miguel Gonzalez Bauza serve?
Miguel Gonzalez Bauza serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Miguel Gonzalez Bauza?
Miguel Gonzalez Bauza has an enrollment of approximately 203 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Miguel Gonzalez Bauza?
The student-teacher ratio at Miguel Gonzalez Bauza is 10.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Miguel Gonzalez Bauza rank in PR?
Miguel Gonzalez Bauza ranks #255 of 842 schools in PR.
What is Miguel Gonzalez Bauza's MySchoolScout rating?
Miguel Gonzalez Bauza has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 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 Miguel Gonzalez Bauza?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Miguel Gonzalez Bauza has 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
Is Miguel Gonzalez Bauza a charter school?
No, Miguel Gonzalez Bauza is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Miguel Gonzalez Bauza a Title I school?
No, Miguel Gonzalez Bauza is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Miguel Gonzalez Bauza?
91.1% of students at Miguel Gonzalez Bauza 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
- Pre-K – 6th
- Enrollment
- 203
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 19
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 91.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small Suburb
- County
- Peñuelas Municipio
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 4.4%
- Phone
- (787) 836-0972
Resources & Links
District
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION- District Enrollment
- 240,910
- Schools in District
- 858
- District Rank
- #255 of 842
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