Serving 392 students in grades 9-12, Superior Vocacional Nueva 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 ≤5% (which is lower than the Puerto Rico state average of 21%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower 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 Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Vocational school / Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 392 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Top 20% in PR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Superior Vocacional Nueva ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Puerto Rico for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Superior Vocacional Nueva's student population of 392 students has grown by 42% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has grown by 42% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
392 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Superior Vocacional Nueva 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 Nueva 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
#703 out of 839 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
21%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
36%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
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
85-89%
74%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
85%
85%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Superior Vocacional Nueva's ranking?
Superior Vocacional Nueva is ranked #703 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?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 21% PR state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% PR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Superior Vocacional Nueva?
The graduation rate of Superior Vocacional Nueva is 85-89%, which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 74%.
How many students attend Superior Vocacional Nueva?
392 students attend Superior Vocacional Nueva.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Superior Vocacional Nueva students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Superior Vocacional Nueva?
Superior Vocacional Nueva has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Puerto Rico state average of 10:1.
What grades does Superior Vocacional Nueva offer ?
Superior Vocacional Nueva offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Superior Vocacional Nueva part of?
Superior Vocacional Nueva is part of Puerto Rico Department Of Education School District.
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