Serving 328 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Ruthford B. Hayes 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 25-29% (which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 23%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (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 Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 328 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in PR
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ruthford B. Hayes ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Puerto Rico for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Ruthford B. Hayes's student population of 328 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
328 students
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Rankings
Ruthford B. Hayes 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 Ruthford B. Hayes 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
#341 out of 839 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
23%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
36%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
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
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
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ruthford B. Hayes's ranking?
Ruthford B. Hayes is ranked #341 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?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 23% PR state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% PR state average).
How many students attend Ruthford B. Hayes?
328 students attend Ruthford B. Hayes.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Ruthford B. Hayes students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ruthford B. Hayes?
Ruthford B. Hayes has a student ration of 11:1, which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 10:1.
What grades does Ruthford B. Hayes offer ?
Ruthford B. Hayes offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ruthford B. Hayes part of?
Ruthford B. Hayes is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
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