Serving 260 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Rafael Hernandez Vega Alta ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Puerto Rico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75-79% (which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 23%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (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.
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 260 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in PR
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Rafael Hernandez serves the northeast part of Vega Alta, PR, encompassing an attendance area of approximately 37.5 square miles. Families typically have a 10-12 minute drive to the school, with the average distance to the edge of the zone being around 3.6 miles and the furthest edge located about 8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rafael Hernandez Vega Alta ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Puerto Rico for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Rafael Hernandez Vega Alta's student population of 260 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
260 students
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Rankings
Rafael Hernandez Vega Alta ranks within the top 20% of all 839 schools in Puerto Rico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rafael Hernandez Vega Alta 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
#108 out of 839 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
23%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
36%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
10:1
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
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.2%
42.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
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 Rafael Hernandez Vega Alta's ranking?
Rafael Hernandez Vega Alta is ranked #108 out of 839 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Puerto Rico.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 23% PR state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% PR state average).
How many students attend Rafael Hernandez Vega Alta?
260 students attend Rafael Hernandez Vega Alta.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Rafael Hernandez Vega Alta students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rafael Hernandez Vega Alta?
Rafael Hernandez Vega Alta has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 10:1.
What grades does Rafael Hernandez Vega Alta offer ?
Rafael Hernandez Vega Alta offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Rafael Hernandez Vega Alta part of?
Rafael Hernandez Vega Alta is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
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