Very Good
#212 of 842 schools in PR
Top 25% in state
Oscar Hernandez Guevara
Elementary School · PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
PO BOX 90, Guayama, PR 00784
Enrollment
250
Student-Teacher
7.1:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
250
Student-Teacher
7.1:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Puerto Rico schools
#212 of 842
In Guayama
#4 of 11
public schools
In district
#212 of 842
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
Academic growth
8.0 / 10
Excellent
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About Oscar Hernandez Guevara
Oscar Hernandez Guevara is a public elementary school in Guayama, PR, part of PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION. Oscar Hernandez Guevara serves approximately 250 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 7.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Oscar Hernandez Guevara has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10 and ranks #212 of 842 schools in PR.
Structured state assessment records for Oscar Hernandez Guevara show 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
- This school 7.8 · Very Good
- District avg 7.0
- PR avg 7.0
What Parents Should Know
With a student-teacher ratio of 7.1:1, Oscar Hernandez Guevara offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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Oscar Hernandez Guevara — Students at Oscar Hernandez Guevara score 50% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
91.2%
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: 8.0/10.
How Oscar Hernandez Guevara Compares
See how Oscar Hernandez Guevara performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
PO BOX 90, Guayama, PR 00784
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Oscar Hernandez Guevara may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. CARMEN BOZELLO DE HUYKE (rated 9.4/10, 4.1 miles away, in nearby Arroyo), which scores notably higher. Another option is INTERMEDIA COQUI (rated 9.1/10, 6.7 miles away, in nearby Salinas), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ADALBERTO SANCHEZ MORALES (rated 8.9/10, 4.8 miles away, in nearby Arroyo), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Guayama, see our Guayama schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 7.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| DR. RAFAEL LOPEZ LANDRON Guayama | 0.6 mi | 3.5 |
| SIMON MADERA Guayama | 0.7 mi | 7.4 |
| WASHINGTON I Guayama | 0.9 mi | 8.2 |
| VICENTE PALES ANES Guayama | 1.2 mi | 7.4 |
| GENARO CAUTINO Guayama | 1.4 mi | 9.1 |
| FRANCISCO GARCIA BOYRIE Guayama | 1.7 mi | 6.1 |
| DRA. MARIA SOCORRO LACOT Guayama | 1.9 mi | 8.0 |
| RAFAEL ANTONIO DELGADO MATEO Guayama | 2.2 mi | 7.5 |
| ADELA BRENES TEXIDOR Guayama | 2.8 mi | 5.0 |
| SUPERIOR URBANA DE ARROYO Arroyo | 3.6 mi | 4.2 |
| DOLORES GONZALEZ Arroyo | 3.9 mi | 5.3 |
| CARMEN BOZELLO DE HUYKE Arroyo | 4.1 mi | 9.4 |
| JUAN ALEMANY SILVA Guayama | 4.4 mi | 7.3 |
| JOSE M. MASSARI Arroyo | 4.2 mi | 5.3 |
| JOSE HORACIO CORA Arroyo | 4.7 mi | 5.7 |
| ADALBERTO SANCHEZ MORALES Arroyo | 4.8 mi | 8.9 |
| JOAQUIN PARRILLA Patillas | 6.7 mi | 8.8 |
| INTERMEDIA COQUI Salinas | 6.7 mi | 9.1 |
| MARIA DAVILA SEMIDEY Patillas | 7.4 mi | 7.3 |
| JOSEFINA MUNOZ DE BERNIER Patillas | 7.4 mi | 5.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 00784 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$20,347
Median Home Value
$104,000
Median Rent
$443/mo
Population
35,405
College Educated
22.7%
Homeownership
71.1%
Avg Commute
25 min
Poverty Rate
48.6%
Median Age
41
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| CARMEN ARZUAGA DE RIVERA Juncos, PR | 7.8 |
| CELSO GONZALEZ VAILLANT Loiza, PR | 7.8 |
| CRISTOBAL DEL CAMPO Yabucoa, PR | 7.8 |
| MARIA E. BAS DE VAZQUEZ Bayamon, PR | 7.8 |
| VILLA CAPRI San Juan, PR | 7.8 |
| EUGENIO NAZARIO SOTO Coamo, PR | 7.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Oscar Hernandez Guevara
What grades does Oscar Hernandez Guevara serve?
Oscar Hernandez Guevara serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Oscar Hernandez Guevara?
Oscar Hernandez Guevara has an enrollment of approximately 250 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Oscar Hernandez Guevara?
The student-teacher ratio at Oscar Hernandez Guevara is 7.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Oscar Hernandez Guevara rank in PR?
Oscar Hernandez Guevara ranks #212 of 842 schools in PR.
What is Oscar Hernandez Guevara's MySchoolScout rating?
Oscar Hernandez Guevara has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 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 Oscar Hernandez Guevara?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Oscar Hernandez Guevara has 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
Is Oscar Hernandez Guevara a charter school?
No, Oscar Hernandez Guevara is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Oscar Hernandez Guevara a Title I school?
No, Oscar Hernandez Guevara is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Oscar Hernandez Guevara?
91.2% of students at Oscar Hernandez Guevara 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
- 34 Car-Dependent
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 250
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 35
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 91.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Guayama Municipio
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 29.6%
- Phone
- (787) 864-8242
Resources & Links
District
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION- District Enrollment
- 240,910
- Schools in District
- 858
- District Rank
- #212 of 842
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