Serving 179 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Herminia C. Ramirez ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Puerto Rico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 90-94% (which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 21%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥95% (which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 36%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is higher than the Puerto Rico state level of 10:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 179 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in PR
- Math Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Herminia C. Ramirez ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Puerto Rico for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Herminia C. Ramirez's student population of 179 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
179 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Herminia C. Ramirez ranks within the top 1% of all 839 schools in Puerto Rico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Herminia C. Ramirez 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
#4 out of 839 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
21%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
36%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
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
84%
85%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Herminia C. Ramirez's ranking?
Herminia C. Ramirez is ranked #4 out of 839 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Puerto Rico.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
90-94% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 21% PR state average), while ≥95% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% PR state average).
How many students attend Herminia C. Ramirez?
179 students attend Herminia C. Ramirez.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Herminia C. Ramirez students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Herminia C. Ramirez?
Herminia C. Ramirez has a student ration of 11:1, which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 10:1.
What grades does Herminia C. Ramirez offer ?
Herminia C. Ramirez offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Herminia C. Ramirez part of?
Herminia C. Ramirez is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
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