Serving 467 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Herminia Garcia ranks in the top 20% 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 60% (which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 23%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 36%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Puerto Rico state level of 10:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 100% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 467 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in PR
- Math Proficiency: 60% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Herminia Garcia ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Puerto Rico for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Herminia Garcia's student population of 467 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
467 students
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
'Truth and Honor'
Average Class Size
15 students
School Rankings
Herminia Garcia 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 Herminia Garcia is 0.13, 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
#97 out of 839 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
23%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
36%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
10:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
n/a
Hispanic
93%
100%
Black
n/a
n/a
White
7%
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
73%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
14%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Herminia Garcia's ranking?
Herminia Garcia is ranked #97 out of 839 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Puerto Rico.
What schools are Herminia Garcia often compared to?
Herminia Garciais often viewed alongside schools like Rodulfo Del Valle, Lucy Grillasca, Julio Alvarado Tricoche by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 23% PR state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% PR state average).
How many students attend Herminia Garcia?
467 students attend Herminia Garcia.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Herminia Garcia students are Hispanic, and 7% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Herminia Garcia?
Herminia Garcia has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 10:1.
What grades does Herminia Garcia offer ?
Herminia Garcia offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Herminia Garcia part of?
Herminia Garcia is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
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