Serving 270 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Rafael Hernandez ranks in the top 5% 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 85-89% (which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Puerto Rico state level of 11:1.
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 270 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in PR
- Math Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rafael Hernandez ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Puerto Rico for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Rafael Hernandez's student population of 270 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
270 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Rafael Hernandez ranks within the top 5% of all 836 schools in Puerto Rico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rafael 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
#36 out of 836 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)85-89%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)75-79%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
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
86%
85%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rafael Hernandez's ranking?
Rafael Hernandez is ranked #36 out of 836 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 33% PR state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% PR state average).
How many students attend Rafael Hernandez?
270 students attend Rafael Hernandez.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Rafael Hernandez students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Rafael Hernandez?
Rafael Hernandez has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 11:1.
What grades does Rafael Hernandez offer ?
Rafael Hernandez offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Rafael Hernandez part of?
Rafael Hernandez is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
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