Very Good
#293 of 842 schools in PR
Top 35% in state
Jose Nevarez Lopez
Elementary School · PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
PO BOX 2345, Toa Baja, PR 00951
Enrollment
146
Student-Teacher
9.1:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
146
Student-Teacher
9.1:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Puerto Rico schools
#293 of 842
In Toa Baja
#8 of 18
public schools
In district
#293 of 842
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
Academic growth
7.8 / 10
Very Good
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About Jose Nevarez Lopez
Jose Nevarez Lopez is a public elementary school in Toa Baja, PR, part of PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION. Jose Nevarez Lopez serves approximately 146 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 9.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Jose Nevarez Lopez has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #293 of 842 schools in PR.
Structured state assessment records for Jose Nevarez Lopez show 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
- This school 7.2 · Very Good
- District avg 7.0
- PR avg 7.0
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 146 students, Jose Nevarez Lopez is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.
With a student-teacher ratio of 9.1:1, Jose Nevarez Lopez 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 Jose Nevarez Lopez was 32% 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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Jose Nevarez Lopez — Students at Jose Nevarez Lopez score 37% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
91.1%
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
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.8/10.
How Jose Nevarez Lopez Compares
See how Jose Nevarez Lopez performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
PO BOX 2345, Toa Baja, PR 00951
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Jose Nevarez Lopez may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. MARIA J. CORREDOR RIVERA (rated 9.3/10, 3.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is JOSE M. DEL VALLE (rated 9.0/10, 2.7 miles away, in nearby Toa Alta), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ERNESTINA BRACERO (rated 8.2/10, 3.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Toa Baja, see our Toa Baja schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| CRISTOBAL SANTANA MELECIO Dorado | 0.6 mi | 6.2 |
| NICOLAS SEVILLA Toa Alta | 0.8 mi | 6.5 |
| JOSE PABLO MORALES Toa Alta | 0.9 mi | 4.1 |
| VIOLANTA JIMENEZ Toa Alta | 0.9 mi | 7.9 |
| ALTINENCIA VALLE Toa Baja | 1.9 mi | 6.2 |
| ALEJANDRO JR. CRUZ Toa Alta | 2.5 mi | 4.3 |
| ADOLFINA IRIZARRY DE PUIG Toa Baja | 2.6 mi | 6.3 |
| LUIS M. SANTIAGO Toa Baja | 2.6 mi | 3.9 |
| JOSE M. DEL VALLE Toa Alta | 2.7 mi | 9.0 |
| MARTIN GARCIA GIUSTI Toa Baja | 3.0 mi | 5.0 |
| ERNESTINA BRACERO Toa Baja | 3.0 mi | 8.2 |
| JOSE ROBLES OTERO Toa Baja | 3.3 mi | 8.2 |
| MANUEL VELILLA Toa Alta | 3.3 mi | 4.7 |
| ABELARDO DIAZ ALFARO Toa Alta | 3.5 mi | 7.2 |
| ELISA DAVILA VAZQUEZ Vega Alta | 3.5 mi | 7.0 |
| TOMAS (MASO) RIVERA MORALES Toa Alta | 3.5 mi | 4.1 |
| MARIA J. CORREDOR RIVERA Toa Baja | 3.5 mi | 9.3 |
| ELEMENTAL ECOLOGICA JOSE DE DIEGO Dorado | 3.7 mi | 5.8 |
| MARIA C. OSORIO Toa Alta | 3.8 mi | 7.7 |
| ADELA ROLON FUENTES Toa Alta | 3.8 mi | 5.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 00951 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$22,222
Median Home Value
$87,100
Median Rent
$573/mo
Population
399
College Educated
15.1%
Homeownership
33.5%
Poverty Rate
53.4%
Median Age
43.6
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| MATEO HERNANDEZ Isabela, PR | 7.2 |
| RAFAEL REXACH DUENO Rio Grande, PR | 7.2 |
| RAFAEL RIVERA OTERO San Juan, PR | 7.2 |
| RAMON T. RIVERA Barranquitas, PR | 7.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Jose Nevarez Lopez
What grades does Jose Nevarez Lopez serve?
Jose Nevarez Lopez serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Jose Nevarez Lopez?
Jose Nevarez Lopez has an enrollment of approximately 146 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Jose Nevarez Lopez?
The student-teacher ratio at Jose Nevarez Lopez is 9.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Jose Nevarez Lopez rank in PR?
Jose Nevarez Lopez ranks #293 of 842 schools in PR.
What is Jose Nevarez Lopez's MySchoolScout rating?
Jose Nevarez Lopez has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 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 Jose Nevarez Lopez?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Jose Nevarez Lopez has 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
Is Jose Nevarez Lopez a charter school?
No, Jose Nevarez Lopez is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Jose Nevarez Lopez a Title I school?
No, Jose Nevarez Lopez is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Jose Nevarez Lopez?
91.1% of students at Jose Nevarez Lopez 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
- 146
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 16
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 91.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Toa Baja Municipio
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 32.2%
- Phone
- (787) 870-5246
Resources & Links
District
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION- District Enrollment
- 240,910
- Schools in District
- 858
- District Rank
- #293 of 842
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