Serving 155 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Hermina Diaz Aponte ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Puerto Rico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 21%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 36%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is equal to the Puerto Rico state level of 10:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 155 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in PR
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥80% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hermina Diaz Aponte ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Puerto Rico for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Hermina Diaz Aponte's student population of 155 students has declined by 32% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
155 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Hermina Diaz Aponte 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 Hermina Diaz Aponte 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
#163 out of 839 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
21%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
36%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥80%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
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
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hermina Diaz Aponte's ranking?
Hermina Diaz Aponte is ranked #163 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?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 21% PR state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% PR state average).
How many students attend Hermina Diaz Aponte?
155 students attend Hermina Diaz Aponte.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Hermina Diaz Aponte students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hermina Diaz Aponte?
Hermina Diaz Aponte has a student ration of 10:1, which is equal to the Puerto Rico state average of 10:1.
What grades does Hermina Diaz Aponte offer ?
Hermina Diaz Aponte offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Hermina Diaz Aponte part of?
Hermina Diaz Aponte is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
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