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#223 of 842 schools in PR

Top 26% in state

Miguel Hernandez Agosto

Elementary School · PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION

PO BOX 728, Las Piedras, PR 00771

Enrollment

268

Student-Teacher

11.2:1

Score

7.7

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Puerto Rico schools

#223 of 842

In Las Piedras

#2 of 8

public schools

In district

#223 of 842

PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION

Academic performance

9.2 / 10

Excellent

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Miguel Hernandez Agosto

7.7/10

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

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5.2/10

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About Miguel Hernandez Agosto

Miguel Hernandez Agosto is a public elementary school in Las Piedras, PR, part of PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION. Miguel Hernandez Agosto serves approximately 268 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 11.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Miguel Hernandez Agosto has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10 and ranks #223 of 842 schools in PR.

Structured state assessment records for Miguel Hernandez Agosto show 81% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 87% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).

How it compares0.7 pts above district
  • This school 7.7 · Very Good
  • District avg 7.0
  • PR avg 7.0

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.8Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data9
Annual Change+0.91 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2018
TrendStable
Academics9.2Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency72% (2018 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency72% (2018 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency72% (2018 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)41% (model expectation from 2018 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+30.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile88th
Resources & Environment7.9Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.2:1
Chronic Absenteeism20.9%

Miguel Hernandez Agosto — Students at Miguel Hernandez Agosto score 72% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

91%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores PR EDFACTS (2017-18)

Math Proficiency 81.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2018)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 86.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2018)
School
State
N/A

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

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2009
Math
57%
ELA
72%
2011
Math
80%
ELA
88%
2012
Math
92%
ELA
97.5%
2013
Math
86%
ELA
96%
2014
Math
82%
ELA
92%
2015
Math
73%
ELA
85%
2016
Math
92%
ELA
82%
2017
Math
97.5%
ELA
97.5%
2018
Math
72%
ELA
72%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.8/10.

How Miguel Hernandez Agosto Compares

See how Miguel Hernandez Agosto performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.7/10
74th percentile in PR
Academic
9.2/10
Excellent
Growth
6.8/10
Average
Environment
7.9/10
Very Good

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
91%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
24 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
20.9%

Location

PO BOX 728, Las Piedras, PR 00771

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Miguel Hernandez Agosto may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. BRAULIO AYALA PEREZ (rated 9.1/10, 2.9 miles away, in nearby Humacao), which scores notably higher. Another option is JOSE DE DIEGO LAS PIEDRAS (rated 8.8/10, 3.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, LUZ A. CRUZ DE SANTANA (rated 8.5/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby Humacao), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Las Piedras, see our Las Piedras schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.0 mi
School Distance Rating
FLORENCIA GARCIA Las Piedras 0.8 mi 5.2
LEONCIO MELENDEZ Las Piedras 1.3 mi 3.8
CARMEN BENITEZ Las Piedras 1.4 mi 6.4
RAMON POWER Y GIRALT LAS PIEDRAS Las Piedras 1.4 mi 6.3
SANTIAGO TORRES Las Piedras 1.7 mi 4.1
CARLOS RIVERA UFRET Humacao 2.0 mi 3.1
PETRA MERCADO BOUGART Humacao 2.0 mi 6.1
LUIS MUNOZ RIVERA LAS PIEDRAS Las Piedras 2.1 mi 5.9
RUFINO VIGO Humacao 2.3 mi 7.1
CARMEN PILAR SANTOS Humacao 2.4 mi 5.1
LUZ A. CRUZ DE SANTANA Humacao 2.4 mi 8.5
JUAN PONCE DE LEON HUMACAO Humacao 2.5 mi 6.3
ANA ROQUE DE DUPREY Humacao 2.6 mi 3.4
AVELINO PENA REYES Humacao 2.6 mi 6.0
ANTONIO ROSA GUZMAN Humacao 2.9 mi 4.5
BRAULIO AYALA PEREZ Humacao 2.9 mi 9.1
SUPERIOR VOCACIONAL MANUEL MEDIAVILLA Humacao 3.0 mi 5.2
ANITA OTERO HERNANDEZ Humacao 3.0 mi 7.6
JOSE DE DIEGO LAS PIEDRAS Las Piedras 3.7 mi 8.8
LIDIA FIOL SCARANO Humacao 4.0 mi 8.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 00771 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$25,662

Median Home Value

$120,700

Median Rent

$493/mo

Population

35,165

College Educated

28.9%

Homeownership

77.1%

Avg Commute

30.1 min

Poverty Rate

37.9%

Median Age

42.9

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Miguel Hernandez Agosto

What grades does Miguel Hernandez Agosto serve?

Miguel Hernandez Agosto serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Miguel Hernandez Agosto?

Miguel Hernandez Agosto has an enrollment of approximately 268 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Miguel Hernandez Agosto?

The student-teacher ratio at Miguel Hernandez Agosto 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 Miguel Hernandez Agosto rank in PR?

Miguel Hernandez Agosto ranks #223 of 842 schools in PR.

What is Miguel Hernandez Agosto's MySchoolScout rating?

Miguel Hernandez Agosto has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 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 Miguel Hernandez Agosto?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Miguel Hernandez Agosto has 81% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 87% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).

Is Miguel Hernandez Agosto a charter school?

No, Miguel Hernandez Agosto is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Miguel Hernandez Agosto a Title I school?

No, Miguel Hernandez Agosto is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Miguel Hernandez Agosto?

91.0% of students at Miguel Hernandez Agosto 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
4 Car-Dependent

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
268
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
24
Free/Reduced Lunch
91.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Humacao Municipio
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
20.9%

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academics, and learning environment — plus college readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, with growth counting most in elementary and middle grades. Equity data is shown for context but is not factored into the score. Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

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