Serving 180 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Herminio Arzola Emmanuelli ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Puerto Rico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 85-89% (which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 21%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-84% (which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 36%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the Puerto Rico state level of 10:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 100% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 180 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in PR
- Math Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Herminio Arzola Emmanuelli ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Puerto Rico for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Herminio Arzola Emmanuelli's student population of 180 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
180 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
School Rankings
Herminio Arzola Emmanuelli 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 Herminio Arzola Emmanuelli is 0.02, which is more 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
#15 out of 839 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
21%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
36%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
10:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
n/a
Hispanic
99%
100%
Black
n/a
n/a
White
1%
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
84%
85%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Herminio Arzola Emmanuelli's ranking?
Herminio Arzola Emmanuelli is ranked #15 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?
85-89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 21% PR state average), while 80-84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% PR state average).
How many students attend Herminio Arzola Emmanuelli?
180 students attend Herminio Arzola Emmanuelli.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Herminio Arzola Emmanuelli students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Herminio Arzola Emmanuelli?
Herminio Arzola Emmanuelli has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 10:1.
What grades does Herminio Arzola Emmanuelli offer ?
Herminio Arzola Emmanuelli offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Herminio Arzola Emmanuelli part of?
Herminio Arzola Emmanuelli is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
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