Serving 1,156 students in grades 7-12, Superior Vocacional De Arecibo ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Puerto Rico for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤1% (which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 23%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 36%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Puerto Rico state level of 10:1.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- School Type: Vocational school / Magnet School
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 1,156 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Graduation Rate: 87%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PR
- Math Proficiency: ≤1% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Superior Vocacional De Arecibo ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Puerto Rico for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Superior Vocacional De Arecibo's student population of 1,156 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 92 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,156 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
92 teachers
School Rankings
Superior Vocacional De Arecibo ranks within the bottom 50% of all 839 schools in Puerto Rico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Superior Vocacional De Arecibo is 0.00, which is less 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
#528 out of 839 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤1%
23%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
36%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
10:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
n/a
Hispanic
100%
100%
Black
n/a
n/a
White
n/a
n/a
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
n/a
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(21-22)87%
74%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
85%
85%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Superior Vocacional De Arecibo's ranking?
Superior Vocacional De Arecibo is ranked #528 out of 839 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Puerto Rico.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤1% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 23% PR state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% PR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Superior Vocacional De Arecibo?
The graduation rate of Superior Vocacional De Arecibo is 87%, which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 74%.
How many students attend Superior Vocacional De Arecibo?
1,156 students attend Superior Vocacional De Arecibo.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Superior Vocacional De Arecibo students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Superior Vocacional De Arecibo?
Superior Vocacional De Arecibo has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 10:1.
What grades does Superior Vocacional De Arecibo offer ?
Superior Vocacional De Arecibo offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Superior Vocacional De Arecibo part of?
Superior Vocacional De Arecibo is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
In what neighborhood is Superior Vocacional De Arecibo located?
Superior Vocacional De Arecibo is located in the Los Llanos neighborhood of Arecibo, PR.
School Reviews
4 3/19/2020
The school has an excellent faculty. The academic faculty has a 5 groups to teach with a homeroom of more than 30 students. The other groups consist of more than 25 students. The ratio is not correct because we have workshop teachers with less students as per circular letter.
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