Excellent
#19 of 842 schools in PR
Top 2% in state
Hector Hernandez Arana
Elementary School · PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
PO BOX 342, Lares, PR 00669
Enrollment
335
Student-Teacher
10.2:1
Score
9.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
335
Student-Teacher
10.2:1
Score
9.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Puerto Rico schools
#19 of 842
In Lares
#1 of 9
public schools
In district
#19 of 842
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
Academic growth
9.9 / 10
Excellent
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About Hector Hernandez Arana
Hector Hernandez Arana is a public elementary school in Lares, PR, part of PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION. Hector Hernandez Arana serves approximately 335 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 10.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Hector Hernandez Arana has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.4 out of 10 and ranks #19 of 842 schools in PR.
Structured state assessment records for Hector Hernandez Arana show 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
- This school 9.4 · Excellent
- District avg 7.0
- PR avg 7.0
Score Breakdown
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Hector Hernandez Arana — Students at Hector Hernandez Arana score 84% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
91%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores PR EDFACTS (2017-18)
Based on 18 test records from PR state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↑ ImprovingAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.9/10.
How Hector Hernandez Arana Compares
See how Hector Hernandez Arana performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
PO BOX 342, Lares, PR 00669
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Hector Hernandez Arana may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. DR. EFRAIN GONZALEZ TEJERA (rated 9.5/10, 6.2 miles away, in nearby Utuado), with a very similar rating. Another option is GEORGE WASHINGTON (rated 9.1/10, 2.1 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, SANTIAGO R. PALMER (rated 8.3/10, 4.3 miles away, in nearby Camuy), a more accessible option. For more schools in Lares, see our Lares schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 7.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| DANIEL VELEZ SOTO Lares | 1.4 mi | 8.2 |
| RAMON DE JESUS SIERRA Lares | 1.5 mi | 3.6 |
| DOMINGO APONTE COLLAZO Lares | 1.6 mi | 5.6 |
| GEORGE WASHINGTON Lares | 2.1 mi | 9.1 |
| PROFESOR RAFAEL ALICEA VAZQUEZ Lares | 2.9 mi | 5.7 |
| ANGELICA DELGADO Lares | 3.6 mi | 7.4 |
| JOAQUIN VAZQUEZ CRUZ Camuy | 4.0 mi | 5.8 |
| MAXIMINO A. SALAS San Sebastian | 4.1 mi | 5.8 |
| SANTIAGO R. PALMER Camuy | 4.3 mi | 8.3 |
| SUPERIOR MIGUEL F SANTIAGO ECHEGARAY Camuy | 4.3 mi | 5.7 |
| JOSE VIZCARRONDO Utuado | 5.2 mi | 5.2 |
| AUREA FUENTES MENDEZ San Sebastian | 5.5 mi | 3.3 |
| RAFAEL ZAMOT CRUZ Hatillo | 5.7 mi | 7.5 |
| EMILIO SCHARON RODRIGUEZ San Sebastian | 5.9 mi | 7.1 |
| DR. EFRAIN GONZALEZ TEJERA Utuado | 6.2 mi | 9.5 |
| PATRIA LATORRE RAMIREZ San Sebastian | 7.0 mi | 7.4 |
| BRYAN Las Marias | 7.3 mi | 5.9 |
| AURORA MENDEZ CHARNECO San Sebastian | 7.5 mi | 4.8 |
| LUIS FELIPE RODRIGUEZ GARCIA Arecibo | 8.0 mi | 6.2 |
| RAMON MARIA TORRES San Sebastian | 7.9 mi | 7.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 00669 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$19,198
Median Home Value
$102,700
Median Rent
$496/mo
Population
27,534
College Educated
20.9%
Homeownership
64.9%
Avg Commute
31.8 min
Poverty Rate
55.1%
Median Age
44.9
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| CARMEN BOZELLO DE HUYKE Arroyo, PR | 9.4 |
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| INES MARIA MENDOZA DE MUNOZ MARIN Comerio, PR | 9.4 |
| ELBA LUGO CARRION Arecibo, PR | 9.5 |
| HENRY W. LONGFELLOW San German, PR | 9.3 |
| PROFESORA LUISA MONSEGUR VELEZ Yauco, PR | 9.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Hector Hernandez Arana
What grades does Hector Hernandez Arana serve?
Hector Hernandez Arana serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Hector Hernandez Arana?
Hector Hernandez Arana has an enrollment of approximately 335 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Hector Hernandez Arana?
The student-teacher ratio at Hector Hernandez Arana is 10.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Hector Hernandez Arana rank in PR?
Hector Hernandez Arana ranks #19 of 842 schools in PR.
What is Hector Hernandez Arana's MySchoolScout rating?
Hector Hernandez Arana has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Hector Hernandez Arana?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Hector Hernandez Arana has 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
Is Hector Hernandez Arana a charter school?
No, Hector Hernandez Arana is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Hector Hernandez Arana a Title I school?
No, Hector Hernandez Arana is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Hector Hernandez Arana?
91.0% of students at Hector Hernandez Arana qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
- Walk Score
- 13 Car-Dependent
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 335
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 33
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 91.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Town
- County
- Lares Municipio
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 20.3%
- Phone
- (787) 897-2350
Resources & Links
District
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION- District Enrollment
- 240,910
- Schools in District
- 858
- District Rank
- #19 of 842
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