Serving 603 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Rafael Hernandez School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 3% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 26%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 14% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 603 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 3% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rafael Hernandez School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Rafael Hernandez School's student population of 603 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
603 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Rafael Hernandez School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,183 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rafael Hernandez School is 0.43, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2139 out of 2183 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
3%
26%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
71%
32%
Black
26%
15%
White
2%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
30%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rafael Hernandez School's ranking?
Rafael Hernandez School is ranked #2139 out of 2,183 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
3% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 26% NJ state average), while 14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NJ state average).
How many students attend Rafael Hernandez School?
603 students attend Rafael Hernandez School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Rafael Hernandez School students are Hispanic, 26% of students are Black, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Rafael Hernandez School?
Rafael Hernandez School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Rafael Hernandez School offer ?
Rafael Hernandez School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Rafael Hernandez School part of?
Rafael Hernandez School is part of Newark Public School District.
In what neighborhood is Rafael Hernandez School located?
Rafael Hernandez School is located in the Mount Pleasant And Lower Broadway neighborhood of Newark, NJ. There are 2 other public schools located in Mount Pleasant And Lower Broadway.
School Reviews
5 3/24/2023
My daughter goes to this school and they treat me and the other students very well they have parties every month and the teachers are kind and respectful.
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