Very Good
#289 of 842 schools in PR
Top 34% in state
Mateo Hernandez
Elementary School · PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
PO BOX 1347, Isabela, PR 00662
Enrollment
200
Student-Teacher
10:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
200
Student-Teacher
10:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Puerto Rico schools
#289 of 842
In Isabela
#3 of 9
public schools
In district
#289 of 842
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
Academic performance
7.8 / 10
Very Good
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About Mateo Hernandez
Mateo Hernandez is a public elementary school in Isabela, PR, part of PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION. Mateo Hernandez serves approximately 200 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 10:1 student-teacher ratio. Mateo Hernandez has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #289 of 842 schools in PR.
Structured state assessment records for Mateo Hernandez show 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
- This school 7.2 · Very Good
- District avg 7.0
- PR avg 7.0
What Parents Should Know
The chronic absenteeism rate at Mateo Hernandez was 39% in the 2022-23 school year, which is above the national average. Chronic absenteeism (missing 15 or more school days) can affect classroom dynamics and pacing. Parents should ask about the school's attendance support programs and what resources are available to help families address barriers to consistent attendance.
Score Breakdown
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Mateo Hernandez — Students at Mateo Hernandez score 50% 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
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.2/10.
How Mateo Hernandez Compares
See how Mateo Hernandez performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
PO BOX 1347, Isabela, PR 00662
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mateo Hernandez may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. EPIFANIO ESTRADA ISABELA (rated 9.0/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ANTONIO GEIGEL PAREDES (rated 8.8/10, 2.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PEDRO AMADOR (rated 8.6/10, 7.5 miles away, in nearby Camuy), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Isabela, see our Isabela schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 8.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| IRMA DELIZ DE MUNOZ Isabela | 1.6 mi | 4.0 |
| FRANCISCO MENDOZA Isabela | 1.6 mi | 6.0 |
| EPIFANIO ESTRADA ISABELA Isabela | 1.7 mi | 9.0 |
| CEFERINA CORDERO Isabela | 2.0 mi | 7.1 |
| DR. HERIBERTO DOMENECH Isabela | 2.1 mi | 4.5 |
| JOSE C. ROSARIO Isabela | 2.2 mi | 6.0 |
| JOSE A. VARGAS Isabela | 2.5 mi | 5.7 |
| ANTONIO GEIGEL PAREDES Isabela | 2.5 mi | 8.8 |
| RAMON EMETERIO BETANCES Quebradillas | 4.0 mi | 8.5 |
| DR. PEDRO ALBIZU CAMPOS QUEBRADILLAS Quebradillas | 4.2 mi | 3.2 |
| SUPERIOR MANUEL RAMOS HERNANDEZ Quebradillas | 4.2 mi | 6.1 |
| JUAN ALEJO ARIZMENDI Quebradillas | 4.3 mi | 6.4 |
| HONORIO HERNANDEZ Quebradillas | 5.5 mi | 4.1 |
| LUIS MUNOZ RIVERA Quebradillas | 5.7 mi | 5.8 |
| ANTONIO BADILLO HERNANDEZ Aguadilla | 6.4 mi | 4.7 |
| JUAN SUAREZ PELEGRINA Aguadilla | 6.5 mi | 4.5 |
| CARMELO SERRANO CUBANO San Sebastian | 7.7 mi | 7.1 |
| PEDRO AMADOR Camuy | 7.5 mi | 8.6 |
| CUCHILLAS Moca | 7.8 mi | 6.6 |
| LUIS FELIPE RODRIGUEZ GARCIA Arecibo | 8.0 mi | 6.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 00662 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$20,673
Median Home Value
$122,300
Median Rent
$555/mo
Population
40,705
College Educated
25.7%
Homeownership
64.1%
Avg Commute
24.9 min
Poverty Rate
46.8%
Median Age
44.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| DR. HIRAM GONZALEZ Bayamon, PR | 7.2 |
| INES MARIA MENDOZA CAGUAS Caguas, PR | 7.2 |
| JOSE NEVAREZ LOPEZ Toa Baja, PR | 7.2 |
| JULIO ALVARADO TRICOCHE Ponce, PR | 7.2 |
| RAFAEL REXACH DUENO Rio Grande, PR | 7.2 |
| RAFAEL RIVERA OTERO San Juan, PR | 7.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mateo Hernandez
What grades does Mateo Hernandez serve?
Mateo Hernandez serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Mateo Hernandez?
Mateo Hernandez has an enrollment of approximately 200 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mateo Hernandez?
The student-teacher ratio at Mateo Hernandez is 10:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Mateo Hernandez rank in PR?
Mateo Hernandez ranks #289 of 842 schools in PR.
What is Mateo Hernandez's MySchoolScout rating?
Mateo Hernandez has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 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 Mateo Hernandez?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Mateo Hernandez has 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
Is Mateo Hernandez a charter school?
No, Mateo Hernandez is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Mateo Hernandez a Title I school?
No, Mateo Hernandez is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Mateo Hernandez?
91.0% of students at Mateo Hernandez qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 200
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 20
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 91.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize Suburb
- County
- Isabela Municipio
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 39.0%
- Phone
- (787) 872-5770
Resources & Links
District
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION- District Enrollment
- 240,910
- Schools in District
- 858
- District Rank
- #289 of 842
How We Rate Schools
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