Serving 284 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Honorio Hernandez ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Puerto Rico for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 14% (which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 23%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21% (which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 36%).
The student-teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the Puerto Rico state level of 10:1.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 284 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PR
- Math Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Honorio Hernandez's student population of 284 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
284 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
School Rankings
Honorio 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 Honorio 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
#676 out of 839 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
23%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
36%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
10:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Hispanic
100%
100%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)69.4%
42.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
77%
74%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 18-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Honorio Hernandez's ranking?
Honorio Hernandez is ranked #676 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?
14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 23% PR state average), while 21% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% PR state average).
How many students attend Honorio Hernandez?
284 students attend Honorio Hernandez.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Honorio Hernandez students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Honorio Hernandez?
Honorio Hernandez has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 10:1.
What grades does Honorio Hernandez offer ?
Honorio Hernandez offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Honorio Hernandez part of?
Honorio Hernandez is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
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