Serving 252 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Rafael Hernandez Vega Baja ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Puerto Rico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 21%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower 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: 252 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in PR
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Rafael Hernandez Vega Baja's student population of 252 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
252 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Rankings
Rafael Hernandez Vega Baja ranks within the top 50% of all 839 schools in Puerto Rico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rafael Hernandez Vega Baja 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
#322 out of 839 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
21%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
36%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
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
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 Rafael Hernandez Vega Baja's ranking?
Rafael Hernandez Vega Baja is ranked #322 out of 839 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Puerto Rico.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 21% PR state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% PR state average).
How many students attend Rafael Hernandez Vega Baja?
252 students attend Rafael Hernandez Vega Baja.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Rafael Hernandez Vega Baja students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Rafael Hernandez Vega Baja?
Rafael Hernandez Vega Baja has a student ration of 11:1, which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 10:1.
What grades does Rafael Hernandez Vega Baja offer ?
Rafael Hernandez Vega Baja offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Rafael Hernandez Vega Baja part of?
Rafael Hernandez Vega Baja is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
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