Serving 407 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Hernandez K-8 School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 21% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 23% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 47% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 407 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hernandez K-8 School's student population of 407 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
407 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Rankings
Hernandez K-8 School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,626 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hernandez K-8 School is 0.36, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1385 out of 1626 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
79%
25%
Black
4%
10%
White
14%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hernandez K-8 School's ranking?
Hernandez K-8 School is ranked #1385 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Hernandez K-8 School often compared to?
Hernandez K-8 Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Greenwood Sarah K-8 School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 23% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Hernandez K-8 School?
407 students attend Hernandez K-8 School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Hernandez K-8 School students are Hispanic, 14% of students are White, 4% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hernandez K-8 School?
Hernandez K-8 School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Hernandez K-8 School offer ?
Hernandez K-8 School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Hernandez K-8 School part of?
Hernandez K-8 School is part of Boston School District.
In what neighborhood is Hernandez K-8 School located?
Hernandez K-8 School is located in the Jamaica Plain neighborhood of Roxbury, MA. There are 1 other public schools located in Jamaica Plain.
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