Serving 167 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Genaro Bou ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Puerto Rico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 23%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 36%).
The student:teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the Puerto Rico state level of 10:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 167 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in PR
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Genaro Bou ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Puerto Rico for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Genaro Bou's student population of 167 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
167 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Aug 25, 2025
School Rankings
Genaro Bou ranks within the top 30% of all 839 schools in Puerto Rico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Genaro Bou 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
#191 out of 839 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
23%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
36%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
7:1
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
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
85%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Genaro Bou's ranking?
Genaro Bou is ranked #191 out of 839 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Puerto Rico.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 23% PR state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% PR state average).
How many students attend Genaro Bou?
167 students attend Genaro Bou.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Genaro Bou students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Genaro Bou?
Genaro Bou has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 10:1.
What grades does Genaro Bou offer ?
Genaro Bou offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Genaro Bou part of?
Genaro Bou is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
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