Serving 197 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Mateo Hernandez ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Puerto Rico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 23%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 36%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is equal to the Puerto Rico state level of 10:1.
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 197 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PR
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mateo Hernandez's student population of 197 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 35% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
197 students
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Rankings
Mateo Hernandez ranks within the bottom 50% of all 839 schools in Puerto Rico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mateo Hernandez 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
#426 out of 839 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
23%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
36%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
10:1
Hispanic
100%
100%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)39.6%
42.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
14%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mateo Hernandez's ranking?
Mateo Hernandez is ranked #426 out of 839 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Puerto Rico.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 23% PR state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% PR state average).
How many students attend Mateo Hernandez?
197 students attend Mateo Hernandez.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Mateo Hernandez students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mateo Hernandez?
Mateo Hernandez has a student ration of 10:1, which is equal to the Puerto Rico state average of 10:1.
What grades does Mateo Hernandez offer ?
Mateo Hernandez offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mateo Hernandez part of?
Mateo Hernandez is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
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