Serving 262 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Rafael Hernandez ranks in the top 30% 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 50-54% (which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Puerto Rico state level of 11:1.
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 (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 262 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in PR
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (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
Diversity
School Overview
Rafael Hernandez's student population of 262 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
262 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Rafael Hernandez ranks within the top 30% of all 836 schools in Puerto Rico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rafael Hernandez is 0.02, 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
#230 out of 836 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)50-54%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)50-54%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
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
85%
85%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
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 #230 out of 836 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Puerto Rico.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% PR state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% PR state average).
How many students attend Rafael Hernandez?
262 students attend Rafael Hernandez.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Rafael Hernandez students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Rafael Hernandez?
Rafael Hernandez has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower 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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