Serving 180 students in grades 6-8, Manuel Febres Gonzalez ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Puerto Rico for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤1% (which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 23%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 31% (which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 36%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is equal to the Puerto Rico state level of 10:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 180 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PR
- Math Proficiency: ≤1% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Manuel Febres Gonzalez ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Puerto Rico for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Manuel Febres Gonzalez's student population of 180 students has declined by 37% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
180 students
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Rankings
Manuel Febres Gonzalez ranks within the bottom 50% of all 839 schools in Puerto Rico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Manuel Febres Gonzalez is 0.02, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.01. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#742 out of 839 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤1%
23%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
36%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
10:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
n/a
Hispanic
99%
100%
Black
n/a
n/a
White
n/a
n/a
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
n/a
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
14%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Manuel Febres Gonzalez's ranking?
Manuel Febres Gonzalez is ranked #742 out of 839 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Puerto Rico.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤1% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 23% PR state average), while 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% PR state average).
How many students attend Manuel Febres Gonzalez?
180 students attend Manuel Febres Gonzalez.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Manuel Febres Gonzalez students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Manuel Febres Gonzalez?
Manuel Febres Gonzalez has a student ration of 10:1, which is equal to the Puerto Rico state average of 10:1.
What grades does Manuel Febres Gonzalez offer ?
Manuel Febres Gonzalez offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Manuel Febres Gonzalez part of?
Manuel Febres Gonzalez is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
In what neighborhood is Manuel Febres Gonzalez located?
Manuel Febres Gonzalez is located in the Sabana Abajo Carolina Puerto Rico neighborhood of Carolina, PR. There are 3 other public schools located in Sabana Abajo Carolina Puerto Rico.
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