Serving 220 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Hermina Diaz Aponte (Lago Alto) 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 35-39% (which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Puerto Rico state level of 11:1.
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 220 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in PR
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hermina Diaz Aponte (Lago Alto)'s student population of 220 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
220 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Hermina Diaz Aponte (Lago Alto) ranks within the top 50% of all 836 schools in Puerto Rico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hermina Diaz Aponte (Lago Alto) 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
#390 out of 836 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)35-39%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)40-44%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
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
85%
85%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hermina Diaz Aponte (Lago Alto)'s ranking?
Hermina Diaz Aponte (Lago Alto) is ranked #390 out of 836 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Puerto Rico.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% PR state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% PR state average).
How many students attend Hermina Diaz Aponte (Lago Alto)?
220 students attend Hermina Diaz Aponte (Lago Alto).
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Hermina Diaz Aponte (Lago Alto) students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hermina Diaz Aponte (Lago Alto)?
Hermina Diaz Aponte (Lago Alto) has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 11:1.
What grades does Hermina Diaz Aponte (Lago Alto) offer ?
Hermina Diaz Aponte (Lago Alto) offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Hermina Diaz Aponte (Lago Alto) part of?
Hermina Diaz Aponte (Lago Alto) is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
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