Serving 324 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 11% (which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 21%). 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 8:1 is lower than the Puerto Rico state level of 10:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 324 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PR
- Math Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Honorio Hernandez ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Puerto Rico for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Honorio Hernandez's student population of 324 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
324 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
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
#693 out of 839 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
21%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
36%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
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
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
85%
85%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Honorio Hernandez's ranking?
Honorio Hernandez is ranked #693 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?
11% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 21% PR state average), while 21% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% PR state average).
How many students attend Honorio Hernandez?
324 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 8:1, 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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