Serving 185 students in grades 6-8, Herminio W. Santaella ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Puerto Rico for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 18% (which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 23%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (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 Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 185 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in PR
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Herminio W. Santaella's student population of 185 students has declined by 29% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
185 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 30-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 30-year historical data
School Rankings
Herminio W. Santaella 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 Herminio W. Santaella 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
#343 out of 839 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
23%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
36%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
10:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 30-year historical data
Hispanic
99%
100%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 30-year historical data
White
1%
n/a
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.1%
42.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
77%
74%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 30-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 18-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Herminio W. Santaella's ranking?
Herminio W. Santaella is ranked #343 out of 839 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?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 23% PR state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% PR state average).
How many students attend Herminio W. Santaella?
185 students attend Herminio W. Santaella.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Herminio W. Santaella students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Herminio W. Santaella?
Herminio W. Santaella has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 10:1.
What grades does Herminio W. Santaella offer ?
Herminio W. Santaella offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Herminio W. Santaella part of?
Herminio W. Santaella is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
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