Serving 468 students in grades 6-12, Anita Otero Hernandez ranks in the top 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 4% (which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 21%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (which is higher 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 Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 468 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Top 20% in PR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 4% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Anita Otero Hernandez ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Puerto Rico for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Anita Otero Hernandez's student population of 468 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
468 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
School Rankings
Anita Otero Hernandez ranks within the top 50% of all 839 schools in Puerto Rico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Anita Otero Hernandez 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
#405 out of 839 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
4%
21%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
36%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
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
85-89%
74%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
85%
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 Anita Otero Hernandez's ranking?
Anita Otero Hernandez is ranked #405 out of 839 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Puerto Rico.
What schools are Anita Otero Hernandez often compared to?
Anita Otero Hernandezis often viewed alongside schools like Teodoro Aguilar Mora, Ana Roque De Duprey by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
4% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 21% PR state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% PR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Anita Otero Hernandez?
The graduation rate of Anita Otero Hernandez is 85-89%, which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 74%.
How many students attend Anita Otero Hernandez?
468 students attend Anita Otero Hernandez.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Anita Otero Hernandez students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Anita Otero Hernandez?
Anita Otero Hernandez has a student ration of 10:1, which is equal to the Puerto Rico state average of 10:1.
What grades does Anita Otero Hernandez offer ?
Anita Otero Hernandez offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Anita Otero Hernandez part of?
Anita Otero Hernandez is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
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