Serving 309 students in grades 6-12, Lorenzo Coballes Gandia 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 ≤5% (which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 21%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 36%).
The student:teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Puerto Rico state level of 10:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 309 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Graduation Rate: 60-69% (Btm 50% in PR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lorenzo Coballes Gandia ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Puerto Rico for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Lorenzo Coballes Gandia's student population of 309 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
309 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Lorenzo Coballes Gandia 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 Lorenzo Coballes Gandia is 0.00, which is less 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
#703 out of 839 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
21%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
36%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
10:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
n/a
Hispanic
100%
100%
Black
n/a
n/a
White
n/a
n/a
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
n/a
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
60-69%
74%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
85%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lorenzo Coballes Gandia's ranking?
Lorenzo Coballes Gandia is ranked #703 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?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 21% PR state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% PR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Lorenzo Coballes Gandia?
The graduation rate of Lorenzo Coballes Gandia is 60-69%, which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 74%.
How many students attend Lorenzo Coballes Gandia?
309 students attend Lorenzo Coballes Gandia.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Lorenzo Coballes Gandia students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lorenzo Coballes Gandia?
Lorenzo Coballes Gandia has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 10:1.
What grades does Lorenzo Coballes Gandia offer ?
Lorenzo Coballes Gandia offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Lorenzo Coballes Gandia part of?
Lorenzo Coballes Gandia is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
School Reviews
4 11/30/2021
Pretty good, for me, the best school I''ve been at, but it needs a better administration.
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