Needs Improvement
#808 of 842 schools in PR
Jobos Virtuoso Rivera Garcia
Elementary School · PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
PO BOX 507, Loiza, PR 00772
Enrollment
211
Student-Teacher
9.6:1
Score
3.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
211
Student-Teacher
9.6:1
Score
3.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Puerto Rico schools
#808 of 842
In Loiza
#7 of 7
public schools
In district
#808 of 842
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
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About Jobos Virtuoso Rivera Garcia
Jobos Virtuoso Rivera Garcia is a public elementary school in Loiza, PR, part of PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION. Jobos Virtuoso Rivera Garcia serves approximately 211 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 9.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Jobos Virtuoso Rivera Garcia has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.3 out of 10 and ranks #808 of 842 schools in PR.
Structured state assessment records for Jobos Virtuoso Rivera Garcia show 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
- This school 3.3 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 7.0
- PR avg 7.0
What Parents Should Know
With a student-teacher ratio of 9.6:1, Jobos Virtuoso Rivera Garcia 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.
The chronic absenteeism rate at Jobos Virtuoso Rivera Garcia was 40% in the 2022-23 school year, which is above the national average. Chronic absenteeism (missing 15 or more school days) can affect classroom dynamics and pacing. Parents should ask about the school's attendance support programs and what resources are available to help families address barriers to consistent attendance.
Score Breakdown
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Jobos Virtuoso Rivera Garcia — Students at Jobos Virtuoso Rivera Garcia score 24% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
91%
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
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 1.3/10.
How Jobos Virtuoso Rivera Garcia Compares
See how Jobos Virtuoso Rivera Garcia performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
PO BOX 507, Loiza, PR 00772
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Jobos Virtuoso Rivera Garcia may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ANTERA ROSADO FUENTES (rated 9.0/10, 3.6 miles away, in nearby Rio Grande), which scores notably higher. Another option is JUANA RODRIGUEZ MUNDO (rated 8.6/10, 5.0 miles away, in nearby Canovanas), which scores notably higher. Additionally, RAFAEL DE JESUS (rated 8.4/10, 3.9 miles away, in nearby Rio Grande), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Loiza, see our Loiza schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| BELEN BLANCO DE ZEQUEIRA Loiza | 1.0 mi | 7.1 |
| NUEVA BO. MEDIANIA Loiza | 1.0 mi | 3.8 |
| CELSO GONZALEZ VAILLANT Loiza | 1.1 mi | 7.8 |
| CACICA YUIZA - ALIANZA Yabucoa | 1.1 mi | 6.6 |
| ELEMENTAL MEDIANIA ALTA Loiza | 1.4 mi | 5.2 |
| SUPERIOR VOCACIONAL ELADIO RIVERA QUINONES Loiza | 1.4 mi | 4.9 |
| DR. PEDRO ALBIZU CAMPOS CANOVANAS Canovanas | 2.5 mi | 6.7 |
| GUILLERMINA ROSADO DE AYALA Loiza | 3.0 mi | 4.1 |
| JOSE SANTOS QUINONES Canovanas | 3.0 mi | 6.1 |
| VOCACIONAL WILLIAM RIVERA BETANCOURT Canovanas | 3.0 mi | 7.4 |
| LIBERATA IRALDO Rio Grande | 3.5 mi | 6.6 |
| ANTERA ROSADO FUENTES Rio Grande | 3.6 mi | 9.0 |
| EDMUNDO DEL VALLE CRUZ Rio Grande | 3.8 mi | 4.9 |
| PEDRO FALU ORELLANO Rio Grande | 3.7 mi | 4.2 |
| RAFAEL DE JESUS Rio Grande | 3.9 mi | 8.4 |
| ANTONIO R. BARCELO Canovanas | 4.3 mi | 5.8 |
| LUIS HERNAIZ VERONNE Canovanas | 4.3 mi | 3.3 |
| PREVOCACIONAL CASIANO CEPEDA Rio Grande | 4.6 mi | 3.9 |
| CASIANO CEPEDA Rio Grande | 4.7 mi | 6.1 |
| JUANA RODRIGUEZ MUNDO Canovanas | 5.0 mi | 8.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 00772 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$18,408
Median Home Value
$99,600
Median Rent
$439/mo
Population
16,961
College Educated
14.1%
Homeownership
64.8%
Avg Commute
31.2 min
Poverty Rate
51.4%
Median Age
43.2
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| PEDRO BOSCH Juncos, PR | 3.0 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Jobos Virtuoso Rivera Garcia
What grades does Jobos Virtuoso Rivera Garcia serve?
Jobos Virtuoso Rivera Garcia serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Jobos Virtuoso Rivera Garcia?
Jobos Virtuoso Rivera Garcia has an enrollment of approximately 211 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Jobos Virtuoso Rivera Garcia?
The student-teacher ratio at Jobos Virtuoso Rivera Garcia is 9.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Jobos Virtuoso Rivera Garcia rank in PR?
Jobos Virtuoso Rivera Garcia ranks #808 of 842 schools in PR.
What is Jobos Virtuoso Rivera Garcia's MySchoolScout rating?
Jobos Virtuoso Rivera Garcia has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.3 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 Jobos Virtuoso Rivera Garcia?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Jobos Virtuoso Rivera Garcia has 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
Is Jobos Virtuoso Rivera Garcia a charter school?
No, Jobos Virtuoso Rivera Garcia is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Jobos Virtuoso Rivera Garcia a Title I school?
No, Jobos Virtuoso Rivera Garcia is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Jobos Virtuoso Rivera Garcia?
91.0% of students at Jobos Virtuoso Rivera Garcia qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 211
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 22
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 91.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Town
- County
- Loíza Municipio
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 39.8%
- Phone
- (787) 256-4500
Resources & Links
District
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION- District Enrollment
- 240,910
- Schools in District
- 858
- District Rank
- #808 of 842
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