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#378 of 842 schools in PR

Top 45% in state

Liberata Iraldo

Middle School · PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION

PO BOX 40032 SUITE 491, Rio Grande, PR 00745

Enrollment

333

Student-Teacher

12.8:1

Score

6.6

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Puerto Rico schools

#378 of 842

In Rio Grande

#4 of 10

public schools

In district

#378 of 842

PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION

School environment

8.9 / 10

Excellent

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Liberata Iraldo

6.6/10

Middle School in Rio Grande · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Liberata Iraldo

Liberata Iraldo is a public middle school in Rio Grande, PR, part of PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION. Liberata Iraldo serves approximately 333 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 12.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Liberata Iraldo has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #378 of 842 schools in PR.

Structured state assessment records for Liberata Iraldo show 5% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).

How it compares1.9 pts above district
  • This school 6.6 · Average
  • District avg 4.7
  • PR avg 4.7

What Parents Should Know

While current test scores at Liberata Iraldo are below average, the school shows strong growth metrics — meaning students are making above-average progress year over year. This upward trajectory can be a positive indicator for families who value a school's ability to help students improve, even if absolute scores haven't caught up yet.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.3Very Good40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data9
Annual Change+1.23 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2018
TrendImproving
Academics4.2Below Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency11% (2018 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency34% (2018 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency23% (2018 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)41% (model expectation from 2018 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-18.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile23th
Resources & Environment8.9Excellent25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.8:1

Liberata Iraldo — Students at Liberata Iraldo score 22% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

91%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores PR EDFACTS (2017-18)

Math Proficiency 5.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2018)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 36.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2018)
School
State
N/A

Based on 18 test records from PR state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↑ Improving

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
0.5%
ELA
18%
2011
Math
0.5%
ELA
33%
2012
Math
2%
ELA
42%
2013
Math
4%
ELA
47%
2014
Math
2%
ELA
41%
2015
Math
7%
ELA
45%
2016
Math
7%
ELA
39%
2017
Math
14%
ELA
31%
2018
Math
11%
ELA
34%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.3/10.

How Liberata Iraldo Compares

See how Liberata Iraldo performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.6/10
55th percentile in PR
Academic
4.2/10
Below Average
Growth
7.3/10
Very Good
Environment
8.9/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
91%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
26 teachers

Location

PO BOX 40032 SUITE 491, Rio Grande, PR 00745

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Liberata Iraldo may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. JOSE SANTOS QUINONES (rated 6.1/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Canovanas), with a comparable rating. Additionally, NUEVA BO. MEDIANIA (rated 3.8/10, 3.2 miles away, in nearby Loiza), a more accessible option. For more schools in Rio Grande, see our Rio Grande schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.0 mi
School Distance Rating
EDMUNDO DEL VALLE CRUZ Rio Grande 0.3 mi 4.9
ANTERA ROSADO FUENTES Rio Grande 0.8 mi 9.0
PEDRO FALU ORELLANO Rio Grande 0.8 mi 4.2
RAFAEL DE JESUS Rio Grande 1.1 mi 8.4
PREVOCACIONAL CASIANO CEPEDA Rio Grande 1.3 mi 3.9
CASIANO CEPEDA Rio Grande 1.3 mi 6.1
GUILLERMINA ROSADO DE AYALA Loiza 1.3 mi 4.1
JOSE SANTOS QUINONES Canovanas 2.3 mi 6.1
VOCACIONAL WILLIAM RIVERA BETANCOURT Canovanas 2.6 mi 7.4
DR. PEDRO ALBIZU CAMPOS CANOVANAS Canovanas 2.6 mi 6.7
SUPERIOR VOCACIONAL ELADIO RIVERA QUINONES Loiza 3.2 mi 4.9
NUEVA BO. MEDIANIA Loiza 3.2 mi 3.8
ELEMENTAL MEDIANIA ALTA Loiza 3.3 mi 5.2
JOBOS VIRTUOSO RIVERA GARCIA Loiza 3.5 mi 3.3
LUIS HERNAIZ VERONNE Canovanas 3.4 mi 3.3
FELIX SANCHEZ CRUZ Rio Grande 3.5 mi 5.8
ANTONIO R. BARCELO Canovanas 3.6 mi 5.8
CELSO GONZALEZ VAILLANT Loiza 3.8 mi 7.8
ELEMENTAL BARRIO LAS 400 Canovanas 4.0 mi 4.4
JOSE CALZADA FERRER Canovanas 4.0 mi 4.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 00745 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$26,980

Median Home Value

$129,800

Median Rent

$580/mo

Population

47,077

College Educated

26.5%

Homeownership

72.8%

Avg Commute

37.5 min

Poverty Rate

36.8%

Median Age

44.4

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Liberata Iraldo

What grades does Liberata Iraldo serve?

Liberata Iraldo serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Liberata Iraldo?

Liberata Iraldo has an enrollment of approximately 333 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Liberata Iraldo?

The student-teacher ratio at Liberata Iraldo is 12.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Liberata Iraldo rank in PR?

Liberata Iraldo ranks #378 of 842 schools in PR.

What is Liberata Iraldo's MySchoolScout rating?

Liberata Iraldo has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 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 Liberata Iraldo?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Liberata Iraldo has 5% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).

Is Liberata Iraldo a charter school?

No, Liberata Iraldo is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Liberata Iraldo a Title I school?

No, Liberata Iraldo is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Liberata Iraldo?

91.0% of students at Liberata Iraldo qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
333
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
26
Free/Reduced Lunch
91.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Río Grande Municipio

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academics, and learning environment — plus college readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, with growth counting most in elementary and middle grades. Equity data is shown for context but is not factored into the score. Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

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