Needs Improvement
#782 of 842 schools in PR
Nueva Bo. Mediania
Middle School · PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
PO BOX 507, Loiza, PR 00772
Enrollment
286
Student-Teacher
12.4:1
Score
3.8
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
286
Student-Teacher
12.4:1
Score
3.8
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Puerto Rico schools
#782 of 842
In Loiza
#6 of 7
public schools
In district
#782 of 842
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
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Nueva Bo. Mediania
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About Nueva Bo. Mediania
Nueva Bo. Mediania is a public middle school in Loiza, PR, part of PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION. Nueva Bo.
Mediania serves approximately 286 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 12.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Nueva Bo. Mediania has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 out of 10 and ranks #782 of 842 schools in PR.
Structured state assessment records for Nueva Bo. Mediania show 3% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 20% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
- This school 3.8 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 4.7
- PR avg 4.7
What Parents Should Know
While current test scores at Nueva Bo. Mediania 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.
The chronic absenteeism rate at Nueva Bo. Mediania was 86% 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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Nueva Bo. Mediania — Students at Nueva Bo. Mediania score 11% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 43%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
90.9%
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: 6.7/10.
How Nueva Bo. Mediania Compares
See how Nueva Bo. Mediania performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
PO BOX 507, Loiza, PR 00772
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Nueva Bo. Mediania may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. LIBERATA IRALDO (rated 6.6/10, 3.2 miles away, in nearby Rio Grande), which scores notably higher. Additionally, JOSE SANTOS QUINONES (rated 6.1/10, 3.5 miles away, in nearby Canovanas), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Loiza, see our Loiza schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ELEMENTAL MEDIANIA ALTA Loiza | 0.4 mi | 5.2 |
| SUPERIOR VOCACIONAL ELADIO RIVERA QUINONES Loiza | 0.4 mi | 4.9 |
| JOBOS VIRTUOSO RIVERA GARCIA Loiza | 1.0 mi | 3.3 |
| BELEN BLANCO DE ZEQUEIRA Loiza | 2.0 mi | 7.1 |
| CELSO GONZALEZ VAILLANT Loiza | 2.1 mi | 7.8 |
| CACICA YUIZA - ALIANZA Yabucoa | 2.2 mi | 6.6 |
| ANTERA ROSADO FUENTES Rio Grande | 3.1 mi | 9.0 |
| GUILLERMINA ROSADO DE AYALA Loiza | 3.2 mi | 4.1 |
| LIBERATA IRALDO Rio Grande | 3.2 mi | 6.6 |
| DR. PEDRO ALBIZU CAMPOS CANOVANAS Canovanas | 3.1 mi | 6.7 |
| PEDRO FALU ORELLANO Rio Grande | 3.3 mi | 4.2 |
| RAFAEL DE JESUS Rio Grande | 3.4 mi | 8.4 |
| EDMUNDO DEL VALLE CRUZ Rio Grande | 3.5 mi | 4.9 |
| JOSE SANTOS QUINONES Canovanas | 3.5 mi | 6.1 |
| VOCACIONAL WILLIAM RIVERA BETANCOURT Canovanas | 3.6 mi | 7.4 |
| PREVOCACIONAL CASIANO CEPEDA Rio Grande | 4.5 mi | 3.9 |
| CASIANO CEPEDA Rio Grande | 4.5 mi | 6.1 |
| FELIX SANCHEZ CRUZ Rio Grande | 4.6 mi | 5.8 |
| LUIS HERNAIZ VERONNE Canovanas | 4.9 mi | 3.3 |
| ANTONIO R. BARCELO Canovanas | 4.9 mi | 5.8 |
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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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Nueva Bo. Mediania
What grades does Nueva Bo. Mediania serve?
Nueva Bo. Mediania serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Nueva Bo. Mediania?
Nueva Bo. Mediania has an enrollment of approximately 286 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Nueva Bo. Mediania?
The student-teacher ratio at Nueva Bo. Mediania is 12.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Nueva Bo. Mediania rank in PR?
Nueva Bo. Mediania ranks #782 of 842 schools in PR.
What is Nueva Bo. Mediania's MySchoolScout rating?
Nueva Bo. Mediania has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 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 Nueva Bo. Mediania?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Nueva Bo. Mediania has 3% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 20% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
Is Nueva Bo. Mediania a charter school?
No, Nueva Bo. Mediania is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Nueva Bo. Mediania a Title I school?
No, Nueva Bo. Mediania is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Nueva Bo. Mediania?
90.9% of students at Nueva Bo. Mediania 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
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 286
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 23
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 90.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Town
- County
- Loíza Municipio
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 85.7%
- Phone
- (787) 876-1377
Resources & Links
District
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION- District Enrollment
- 240,910
- Schools in District
- 858
- District Rank
- #782 of 842
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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