Serving 254 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Bernardo Huyke ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Puerto Rico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 23%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is approximately equal to the Puerto Rico state average of 36%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is higher than the Puerto Rico state level of 10:1.
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 254 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in PR
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Bernardo Huyke serves the eastern part of Bayamon, PR, covering an area of approximately 27.4 square miles. Families typically drive between 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone being about 5.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Bernardo Huyke's student population of 254 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
254 students
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Rankings
Bernardo Huyke 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 Bernardo Huyke 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
#300 out of 839 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
23%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
36%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
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
Chronically Absent Students
(21-22)2.8%
45.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
14%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bernardo Huyke's ranking?
Bernardo Huyke is ranked #300 out of 839 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Puerto Rico.
What schools are Bernardo Huyke often compared to?
Bernardo Huykeis often viewed alongside schools like Carlos Orama Padilla by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 23% PR state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% PR state average).
How many students attend Bernardo Huyke?
254 students attend Bernardo Huyke.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Bernardo Huyke students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bernardo Huyke?
Bernardo Huyke has a student ration of 11:1, which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 10:1.
What grades does Bernardo Huyke offer ?
Bernardo Huyke offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Bernardo Huyke part of?
Bernardo Huyke is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
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