Serving 257 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Rafael Hernandez Vega Alta ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Puerto Rico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 21%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 36%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the Puerto Rico state level of 10:1.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 257 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in PR
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rafael Hernandez Vega Alta ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Puerto Rico for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Rafael Hernandez Vega Alta's student population of 257 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
257 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Rafael Hernandez Vega Alta ranks within the top 30% of all 839 schools in Puerto Rico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rafael Hernandez Vega Alta 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
#171 out of 839 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
21%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
36%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
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%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rafael Hernandez Vega Alta's ranking?
Rafael Hernandez Vega Alta is ranked #171 out of 839 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Puerto Rico.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 21% PR state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% PR state average).
How many students attend Rafael Hernandez Vega Alta?
257 students attend Rafael Hernandez Vega Alta.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Rafael Hernandez Vega Alta students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Rafael Hernandez Vega Alta?
Rafael Hernandez Vega Alta has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 10:1.
What grades does Rafael Hernandez Vega Alta offer ?
Rafael Hernandez Vega Alta offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Rafael Hernandez Vega Alta part of?
Rafael Hernandez Vega Alta is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
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