Serving 218 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Rafael Hernandez Marin ranks in the top 10% 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 80-84% (which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Puerto Rico state level of 11:1.
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 218 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in PR
- Math Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rafael Hernandez Marin ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Puerto Rico for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Student Attention
School Overview
Rafael Hernandez Marin's student population of 218 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
218 students
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Gender %
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Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
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Students by Grade
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School Rankings
Rafael Hernandez Marin ranks within the top 10% of all 836 schools in Puerto Rico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rafael Hernandez Marin 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
#67 out of 836 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
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Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)80-84%
33%
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Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)70-74%
45%
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Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
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American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
n/a
Hispanic
100%
100%
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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
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![This chart display the percentage breakdown of public school students of all ethnic groups in PR. This chart display the percentage breakdown of public school students of all ethnic groups in PR.](http://images1.publicschoolreview.com/charts/state_ethnicity_school/140000/140343/rafael-hernandez-marin-chart-mXbvu1.png)
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
85%
85%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
8%
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School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rafael Hernandez Marin's ranking?
Rafael Hernandez Marin is ranked #67 out of 836 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Puerto Rico.
What schools are Rafael Hernandez Marin often compared to?
Rafael Hernandez Marinis often viewed alongside schools like Juanita Garcia Peraza, Amalia Marin by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% PR state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% PR state average).
How many students attend Rafael Hernandez Marin?
218 students attend Rafael Hernandez Marin.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Rafael Hernandez Marin students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Rafael Hernandez Marin?
Rafael Hernandez Marin has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 11:1.
What grades does Rafael Hernandez Marin offer ?
Rafael Hernandez Marin offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Rafael Hernandez Marin part of?
Rafael Hernandez Marin is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
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