Serving 193 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Rafael Hernandez Marin ranks in the top 30% 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 40-44% (which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 36%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Puerto Rico state level of 10:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 193 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in PR
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- 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
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Rafael Hernandez Marin's student population of 193 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
193 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Rankings
Rafael Hernandez Marin 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 Marin is 0.02, which is more 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
#216 out of 839 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
21%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
36%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
10:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
n/a
Hispanic
99%
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
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rafael Hernandez Marin's ranking?
Rafael Hernandez Marin is ranked #216 out of 839 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% 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 Primaria by visitors of our site.
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 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% PR state average).
How many students attend Rafael Hernandez Marin?
193 students attend Rafael Hernandez Marin.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Rafael Hernandez Marin students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
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 10:1.
What grades does Rafael Hernandez Marin offer ?
Rafael Hernandez Marin offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
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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