Serving 252 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Henry W. Longfellow 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 75-79% (which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 23%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher 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 Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 252 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in PR
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: The Henry W. Longfellow school serves the western part of San German, PR, covering an area of approximately 54.5 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a drive of 10-12 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 4.2 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 6.1 miles to its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Henry W. Longfellow ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Puerto Rico for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Henry W. Longfellow's student population of 252 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
252 students
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
School Rankings
Henry W. Longfellow 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 Henry W. Longfellow 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
#40 out of 839 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
23%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
36%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
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
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23%
42.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
14%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Henry W. Longfellow's ranking?
Henry W. Longfellow is ranked #40 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?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 23% PR state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% PR state average).
How many students attend Henry W. Longfellow?
252 students attend Henry W. Longfellow.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Henry W. Longfellow students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Henry W. Longfellow?
Henry W. Longfellow has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 10:1.
What grades does Henry W. Longfellow offer ?
Henry W. Longfellow offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Henry W. Longfellow part of?
Henry W. Longfellow is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
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