Serving 250 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Oscar Hernandez Guevara 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 55-59% (which is higher 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 Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 250 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in PR
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Oscar Hernandez Guevara ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Puerto Rico for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Oscar Hernandez Guevara's student population of 250 students has declined by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
250 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Oscar Hernandez Guevara 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 Oscar Hernandez Guevara 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
#148 out of 839 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
21%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
36%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
7:1
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
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Oscar Hernandez Guevara's ranking?
Oscar Hernandez Guevara is ranked #148 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 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% PR state average).
How many students attend Oscar Hernandez Guevara?
250 students attend Oscar Hernandez Guevara.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Oscar Hernandez Guevara students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Oscar Hernandez Guevara?
Oscar Hernandez Guevara has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 10:1.
What grades does Oscar Hernandez Guevara offer ?
Oscar Hernandez Guevara offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Oscar Hernandez Guevara part of?
Oscar Hernandez Guevara is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
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