Serving 822 students in grades 9-12, Dr. Heriberto Domenech 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 ≤5% (which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 21%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 36%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the Puerto Rico state level of 10:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Vocational school / Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 822 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Graduation Rate: 79% (Top 50% in PR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dr. Heriberto Domenech ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Puerto Rico for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Dr. Heriberto Domenech's student population of 822 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 68 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
822 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
68 teachers
School Rankings
Dr. Heriberto Domenech 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 Dr. Heriberto Domenech 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
#551 out of 839 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
21%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
36%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
10:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
n/a
Hispanic
100%
100%
Black
n/a
n/a
White
n/a
n/a
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
n/a
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
79%
74%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
85%
85%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dr. Heriberto Domenech's ranking?
Dr. Heriberto Domenech is ranked #551 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?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 21% PR state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% PR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Dr. Heriberto Domenech?
The graduation rate of Dr. Heriberto Domenech is 79%, which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 74%.
How many students attend Dr. Heriberto Domenech?
822 students attend Dr. Heriberto Domenech.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Dr. Heriberto Domenech students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Dr. Heriberto Domenech?
Dr. Heriberto Domenech has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 10:1.
What grades does Dr. Heriberto Domenech offer ?
Dr. Heriberto Domenech offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Dr. Heriberto Domenech part of?
Dr. Heriberto Domenech is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
School Reviews
5 2/14/2015
Great teachers, most students speak English; making it easier for non-Spanish speakers.
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