Serving 324 students in grades 6-9, Hector M. Ruiz Martinez ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Puerto Rico for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 7% (which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 23%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25% (which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 36%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Puerto Rico state level of 10:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-9
- Enrollment: 324 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PR
- Math Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hector M. Ruiz Martinez ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Puerto Rico for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Hector M. Ruiz Martinez's student population of 324 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-9
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
324 students
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
School Rankings
Hector M. Ruiz Martinez ranks within the bottom 50% of all 839 schools in Puerto Rico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hector M. Ruiz Martinez is 0.00, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.01. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#683 out of 839 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
23%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
36%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
10:1
Hispanic
100%
100%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)50.9%
42.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
77%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
14%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hector M. Ruiz Martinez's ranking?
Hector M. Ruiz Martinez is ranked #683 out of 839 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Puerto Rico.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
7% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 23% PR state average), while 25% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% PR state average).
How many students attend Hector M. Ruiz Martinez?
324 students attend Hector M. Ruiz Martinez.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Hector M. Ruiz Martinez students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hector M. Ruiz Martinez?
Hector M. Ruiz Martinez has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 10:1.
What grades does Hector M. Ruiz Martinez offer ?
Hector M. Ruiz Martinez offers enrollment in grades 6-9 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hector M. Ruiz Martinez part of?
Hector M. Ruiz Martinez is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
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