Excellent
#74 of 842 schools in PR
Top 9% in state
Herminia Garcia
Elementary School · PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
9 CALLE E, Ponce, PR 00733
Enrollment
474
Student-Teacher
13.5:1
Score
8.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
474
Student-Teacher
13.5:1
Score
8.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Puerto Rico schools
#74 of 842
In Ponce
#4 of 38
public schools
In district
#74 of 842
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
Academic performance
9.5 / 10
Excellent
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Herminia Garcia
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About Herminia Garcia
Herminia Garcia is a public elementary school in Ponce, PR, part of PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION. Herminia Garcia serves approximately 474 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 13.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Herminia Garcia has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.8 out of 10 and ranks #74 of 842 schools in PR.
Structured state assessment records for Herminia Garcia show 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 73% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
- This school 8.8 · Excellent
- District avg 7.0
- PR avg 7.0
Score Breakdown
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Herminia Garcia — Students at Herminia Garcia score 76% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
91.1%
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: 8.9/10.
How Herminia Garcia Compares
See how Herminia Garcia performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
9 CALLE E, Ponce, PR 00733
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Herminia Garcia may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. LLANOS DEL SUR (rated 8.7/10, 2.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is ABRAHAM LINCOLN PONCE (rated 8.6/10, 2.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, RODULFO DEL VALLE (rated 8.4/10, 1.6 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Ponce, see our Ponce schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| JARDINES DE PONCE Ponce | 0.2 mi | 5.2 |
| SUPERIOR JARDINES DE PONCE Ponce | 0.3 mi | 5.1 |
| MANUEL GONZALEZ PATO Ponce | 0.9 mi | 5.9 |
| ERNESTO RAMOS ANTONINI PONCE Ponce | 1.3 mi | 5.0 |
| SANTA TERESITA Ponce | 1.2 mi | 8.2 |
| RODULFO DEL VALLE Ponce | 1.6 mi | 8.4 |
| JOSEFINA BOYA LEON Ponce | 2.2 mi | 7.0 |
| DR. RAFAEL PUJALS Ponce | 2.2 mi | 5.8 |
| PONCE HIGH SCHOOL Ponce | 2.4 mi | 4.9 |
| RAMON MARIN Ponce | 2.5 mi | 7.0 |
| ANDRES GRILLASCA SALAS Ponce | 2.6 mi | 4.4 |
| DR. JOSE CELSO BARBOSA PONCE Ponce | 2.6 mi | 7.1 |
| ISMAEL MALDONADO LUGARO Ponce | 2.7 mi | 6.0 |
| HEMETERIO COLON Ponce | 2.8 mi | 5.9 |
| ABRAHAM LINCOLN PONCE Ponce | 2.9 mi | 8.6 |
| LLANOS DEL SUR Ponce | 2.9 mi | 8.7 |
| AUREA E. RIVERA COLLAZO Ponce | 3.0 mi | 7.6 |
| SUPERIOR JUAN SERRALLES Ponce | 3.0 mi | 6.1 |
| ANTONIO PAOLI PONCE Ponce | 3.1 mi | 3.5 |
| INTERMEDIA JUAN SERRALLES Ponce | 3.0 mi | 4.8 |
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| INTERMEDIA FRANCISCO (PACO) LOPEZ LOPEZ Barranquitas, PR | 8.8 |
| BENIGNO CARRION Cayey, PR | 8.9 |
| VIRGINIA VAZQUEZ MENDOZA Cayey, PR | 8.9 |
| JUAN CUEVAS ABOY Ponce, PR | 8.7 |
| RALPH W. EMERSON Camuy, PR | 8.7 |
| ANTERA ROSADO FUENTES Rio Grande, PR | 9.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Herminia Garcia
What grades does Herminia Garcia serve?
Herminia Garcia serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Herminia Garcia?
Herminia Garcia has an enrollment of approximately 474 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Herminia Garcia?
The student-teacher ratio at Herminia Garcia is 13.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Herminia Garcia rank in PR?
Herminia Garcia ranks #74 of 842 schools in PR.
What is Herminia Garcia's MySchoolScout rating?
Herminia Garcia has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.8 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 Garcia?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Herminia Garcia has 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 73% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
Is Herminia Garcia a charter school?
No, Herminia Garcia is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Herminia Garcia a Title I school?
No, Herminia Garcia is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Herminia Garcia?
91.1% of students at Herminia Garcia 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
- 32 Car-Dependent
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 474
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 35
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 91.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Ponce Municipio
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 18.4%
- Phone
- (787) 840-6455
Resources & Links
District
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION- District Enrollment
- 240,910
- Schools in District
- 858
- District Rank
- #74 of 842
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