Serving 347 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Hector Hernandez Arana ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Puerto Rico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80-84% (which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 23%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥95% (which is higher than 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 (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 347 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in PR
- Math Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hector Hernandez Arana ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Puerto Rico for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Hector Hernandez Arana's student population of 347 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
347 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Hector Hernandez Arana ranks within the top 5% of all 839 schools in Puerto Rico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hector Hernandez Arana 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
#14 out of 839 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
23%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
36%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
10:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
100%
100%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.6%
42.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
74%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hector Hernandez Arana's ranking?
Hector Hernandez Arana is ranked #14 out of 839 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Puerto Rico.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 23% PR state average), while ≥95% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% PR state average).
How many students attend Hector Hernandez Arana?
347 students attend Hector Hernandez Arana.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Hector Hernandez Arana students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hector Hernandez Arana?
Hector Hernandez Arana has a student ration of 11:1, which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 10:1.
What grades does Hector Hernandez Arana offer ?
Hector Hernandez Arana offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hector Hernandez Arana part of?
Hector Hernandez Arana is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
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