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#24 of 842 schools in PR

Top 3% in state

Herminia C. Ramirez

Elementary School · PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION

PO BOX 65, San German, PR 00683

Enrollment

179

Student-Teacher

11.2:1

Score

9.3

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Puerto Rico schools

#24 of 842

In San German

#2 of 9

public schools

In district

#24 of 842

PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION

Academic performance

10.0 / 10

Excellent

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Herminia C. Ramirez

9.3/10

Elementary School in San German · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Herminia C. Ramirez

Herminia C. Ramirez is a public elementary school in San German, PR, part of PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION. Herminia C.

Ramirez serves approximately 179 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 11.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Herminia C. Ramirez has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.3 out of 10 and ranks #24 of 842 schools in PR.

Structured state assessment records for Herminia C. Ramirez show 88% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 87% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).

How it compares2.3 pts above district
  • This school 9.3 · Excellent
  • District avg 7.0
  • PR avg 7.0

What Parents Should Know

At 179 students, Herminia C. Ramirez is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.0Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data9
Annual Change+3.11 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2018
TrendImproving
Academics10.0Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency97.5% (2018 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency97.5% (2018 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency98% (2018 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)39% (model expectation from 2018 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+58.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile100th
Resources & Environment9.1Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.2:1
Chronic Absenteeism5.6%

Herminia C. Ramirez — Students at Herminia C. Ramirez score 98% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

91.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores PR EDFACTS (2017-18)

Math Proficiency 87.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2018)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 86.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2018)
School
State
N/A

Based on 18 test records from PR state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↑ Improving

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
72%
ELA
62%
2011
Math
87%
ELA
87%
2012
Math
82%
ELA
82%
2013
Math
82%
ELA
72%
2014
Math
82%
ELA
92%
2015
Math
92%
ELA
97.5%
2016
Math
97.5%
ELA
97.5%
2017
Math
97.5%
ELA
92%
2018
Math
97.5%
ELA
97.5%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.0/10.

How Herminia C. Ramirez Compares

See how Herminia C. Ramirez performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
9.3/10
97th percentile in PR
Academic
10.0/10
Excellent
Growth
9.0/10
Excellent
Environment
9.1/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
91%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
16 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
5.6%

Location

PO BOX 65, San German, PR 00683

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Herminia C. Ramirez may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. HENRY W. LONGFELLOW (rated 9.3/10, 2.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is EFREN RODRIGUEZ TORO (rated 9.2/10, 5.1 miles away, in nearby Hormigueros), with a very similar rating. Additionally, MARIANO ABRIL (rated 8.8/10, 3.5 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in San German, see our San German schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.5 mi
School Distance Rating
GEORGINA ALVARADO San German 2.0 mi 7.9
JULIO V. GUZMAN San German 2.4 mi 5.3
LOLA RODRIGUEZ DE TIO San German 2.8 mi 5.7
HENRY W. LONGFELLOW San German 2.9 mi 9.3
MARIANO ABRIL San German 3.5 mi 8.8
LAURA MERCADO San German 4.0 mi 6.9
LEONIDES MORALES RODRIGUEZ Lajas 4.1 mi 5.6
RAMON E. RODRIGUEZ DIAZ Hormigueros 4.0 mi 4.0
LUIS MUNOZ RIVERA LAJAS Lajas 4.2 mi 4.7
BARTOLOME DE LAS CASAS San German 4.0 mi 5.6
ANTONIO ACARON CORREA Cabo Rojo 4.3 mi 6.7
SEGUNDO RUIZ BELVIS HORMIGUEROS Hormigueros 4.3 mi 6.4
JUAN CANCIO ORTIZ DE LA RENTA Lajas 4.7 mi 6.7
CENTRO RESIDENCIAL OPORTUNIDADES EDUCATIVAS MAYAGUEZ (CROEM) Mayaguez 4.9 mi 8.7
ELEMENTAL URBANA DE LAJAS Lajas 4.9 mi 7.7
OLGA MAS RAMIREZ Mayaguez 5.1 mi 5.4
EFREN RODRIGUEZ TORO Hormigueros 5.1 mi 9.2
INES MARIA MENDOZA DE MUNOZ MARIN CABO ROJO Cabo Rojo 5.2 mi 6.4
FRANCISCO MARIA QUINONES San German 5.3 mi 5.2
PEDRO NELSON COLBERG Cabo Rojo 5.5 mi 4.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 00683 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$18,231

Median Home Value

$100,600

Median Rent

$466/mo

Population

29,431

College Educated

24.2%

Homeownership

67.2%

Avg Commute

25.7 min

Poverty Rate

50.6%

Median Age

47.5

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Herminia C. Ramirez

What grades does Herminia C. Ramirez serve?

Herminia C. Ramirez serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Herminia C. Ramirez?

Herminia C. Ramirez has an enrollment of approximately 179 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Herminia C. Ramirez?

The student-teacher ratio at Herminia C. Ramirez is 11.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Herminia C. Ramirez rank in PR?

Herminia C. Ramirez ranks #24 of 842 schools in PR.

What is Herminia C. Ramirez's MySchoolScout rating?

Herminia C. Ramirez has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.3 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 Herminia C. Ramirez?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Herminia C. Ramirez has 88% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 87% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).

Is Herminia C. Ramirez a charter school?

No, Herminia C. Ramirez is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Herminia C. Ramirez a Title I school?

No, Herminia C. Ramirez is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Herminia C. Ramirez?

91.1% of students at Herminia C. Ramirez qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
19 Car-Dependent

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
179
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
16
Free/Reduced Lunch
91.1%
Type
regular
Setting
Small Suburb
County
San Germán Municipio
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
5.6%

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