Serving 189 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Jobos Virtuoso Rivera Garcia ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Puerto Rico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 23%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85-89% (which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 36%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Puerto Rico state level of 10:1.
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 189 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in PR
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥80% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: The JOBOS school serves the northeast part of Loiza, PR, covering an area of approximately 65.6 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 10 to 12 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 4.2 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone, which extends up to 10.9 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jobos Virtuoso Rivera Garcia ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Puerto Rico for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Jobos Virtuoso Rivera Garcia's student population of 189 students has declined by 30% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
189 students
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Rankings
Jobos Virtuoso Rivera Garcia ranks within the top 5% of all 839 schools in Puerto Rico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jobos Virtuoso Rivera Garcia is 0.06, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.01. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#26 out of 839 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
23%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
36%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥80%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
10:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
n/a
Hispanic
97%
100%
Black
3%
n/a
White
n/a
n/a
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
n/a
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)44.4%
42.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
14%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jobos Virtuoso Rivera Garcia's ranking?
Jobos Virtuoso Rivera Garcia is ranked #26 out of 839 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Puerto Rico.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 23% PR state average), while 85-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% PR state average).
How many students attend Jobos Virtuoso Rivera Garcia?
189 students attend Jobos Virtuoso Rivera Garcia.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Jobos Virtuoso Rivera Garcia students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jobos Virtuoso Rivera Garcia?
Jobos Virtuoso Rivera Garcia has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 10:1.
What grades does Jobos Virtuoso Rivera Garcia offer ?
Jobos Virtuoso Rivera Garcia offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Jobos Virtuoso Rivera Garcia part of?
Jobos Virtuoso Rivera Garcia is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
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