Excellent
#75 of 842 schools in PR
Top 9% in state
Sotero Figueroa
Middle School · PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
URB UNIVERSITY GARDENS, San Juan, PR 00928
Enrollment
308
Student-Teacher
10.6:1
Score
8.8
Grades
4th – 8th
Enrollment
308
Student-Teacher
10.6:1
Score
8.8
Grades
4th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Puerto Rico schools
#75 of 842
In San Juan
#4 of 82
public schools
In district
#75 of 842
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
Academic growth
9.0 / 10
Excellent
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About Sotero Figueroa
Sotero Figueroa is a public middle school in San Juan, PR, part of PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION. Sotero Figueroa serves approximately 308 students, and covers grades 4th-8th, and has a 10.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Sotero Figueroa has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.8 out of 10 and ranks #75 of 842 schools in PR.
Structured state assessment records for Sotero Figueroa show 15% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 70% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
- This school 8.8 · Excellent
- District avg 4.7
- PR avg 4.7
Score Breakdown
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Sotero Figueroa — Students at Sotero Figueroa score 58% proficient, which is above 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
↑ ImprovingAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.0/10.
How Sotero Figueroa Compares
See how Sotero Figueroa performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
URB UNIVERSITY GARDENS, San Juan, PR 00928
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sotero Figueroa may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. AMALIA MARIN PRIMARIA (rated 9.3/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is LUIS MUNOZ RIVERA SAN JUAN MONTESSORI (rated 9.2/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, UNIVERSITY GARDENS (rated 9.0/10, 0.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in San Juan, see our San Juan schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| VICTOR PARES COLLAZO San Juan | 0.3 mi | 6.7 |
| UNIVERSITY GARDENS San Juan | 0.4 mi | 9.0 |
| JUAN JOSE OSUNA San Juan | 0.6 mi | 7.9 |
| LCDO. GUILLERMO ATILES MOREAU San Juan | 0.6 mi | 8.5 |
| JULIO SELLES SOLA San Juan | 0.6 mi | 8.4 |
| RAMON VILA MAYO San Juan | 0.7 mi | 3.2 |
| AMALIA MARIN PRIMARIA San Juan | 0.9 mi | 9.3 |
| TRINA PADILLA DE SANZ SAN JUAN San Juan | 0.8 mi | 7.6 |
| LUIS MUNOZ RIVERA SAN JUAN MONTESSORI San Juan | 0.9 mi | 9.2 |
| ELEONOR ROOSEVELT San Juan | 1.0 mi | 6.7 |
| GUSTAVO A. BECQUER San Juan | 1.0 mi | 2.9 |
| DR. ANTONIO S. PEDREIRA San Juan | 1.2 mi | 8.5 |
| MIGUEL SUCH San Juan | 1.2 mi | 4.7 |
| REPUBLICA DE COLOMBIA San Juan | 1.3 mi | 6.0 |
| PACHIN MARIN San Juan | 1.4 mi | 5.0 |
| ERNESTO RAMOS ANTONINI - MUSICA San Juan | 1.5 mi | 7.6 |
| REPUBLICA DE BRAZIL San Juan | 1.5 mi | 8.6 |
| ELEMENTAL NUEVA DE SAN JUAN San Juan | 1.5 mi | 4.2 |
| LA ESPERANZA San Juan | 1.6 mi | 7.5 |
| JUAN PONCE DE LEON San Juan | 1.6 mi | 3.4 |
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| JOSEFINA FERRERO Fajardo, PR | 7.8 |
| FLORENCIO SANTIAGO Coamo, PR | 7.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Sotero Figueroa
What grades does Sotero Figueroa serve?
Sotero Figueroa serves students in grades 4th through 8th.
How many students attend Sotero Figueroa?
Sotero Figueroa has an enrollment of approximately 308 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sotero Figueroa?
The student-teacher ratio at Sotero Figueroa is 10.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Sotero Figueroa rank in PR?
Sotero Figueroa ranks #75 of 842 schools in PR.
What is Sotero Figueroa's MySchoolScout rating?
Sotero Figueroa has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.8 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 Sotero Figueroa?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Sotero Figueroa has 15% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 70% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
Is Sotero Figueroa a charter school?
No, Sotero Figueroa is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Sotero Figueroa a Title I school?
No, Sotero Figueroa is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Sotero Figueroa?
90.9% of students at Sotero Figueroa qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
- Walk Score
- 76 Very Walkable
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 4th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 308
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 29
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 90.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- San Juan Municipio
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 6.8%
- Phone
- (787) 765-8132
Resources & Links
District
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION- District Enrollment
- 240,910
- Schools in District
- 858
- District Rank
- #75 of 842
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