Best Schools in Barceloneta, PR
5 schools · 3 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Barceloneta by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Eli Ramos Rosario
Elementary · Puerto Rico Department of Education. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Imbery
Elementary · Puerto Rico Department of Education. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Vicente Acevedo Ballester
Elementary · Puerto Rico Department of Education. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Barceloneta for 2026 are Eli Ramos Rosario (8.1/10), Imbery (8.0/10), and Vicente Acevedo Ballester (6.4/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 5 rated schools. Ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment (plus college readiness for high schools), with equity shown as context, not scored; schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Schools
5
in this city
Avg Score
6.6
out of 10
Median Home
$121,400
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
5
in this city
Avg Score
6.6
out of 10
Median Home
$121,400
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Barceloneta
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (5 of 5). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Eli Ramos Rosario | 8.1 / 10 |
| 2 | Imbery | 8.0 / 10 |
| 3 | Vicente Acevedo Ballester | 6.4 / 10 |
| 4 | Hector M. Ruiz Martinez | 5.8 / 10 |
| 5 | Fernando Suria Chavez | 4.5 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 6.6/10
- Median household income
- $22,010
- Median home value
- $121,400
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 24%
- Avg commute
- 29 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 71%
40% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Barceloneta compares
Puerto Rico rank
#30 of 77
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+0.2
above Puerto Rico avg (6.3)
Median household income
$22k
91% of Puerto Rico median
Schools in this city
5
About Schools in Barceloneta, PR
Barceloneta, PR is home to 5 schools, including 5 public schools. The city's schools span 3 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 6.6 out of 10, schools in Barceloneta show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Barceloneta is Eli Ramos Rosario with a composite score of 8.1/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Barceloneta is served by 1 school district: PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION. These districts collectively serve 240,910 students.
Barceloneta's community shows 24% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $22,010. The poverty rate in the area is 44.9%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Elementary Schools
3 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 293 students · Pre-K–5th | 8.1 |
| 2 | 336 students · Kindergarten–6th | 8.0 |
| 3 | 345 students · Kindergarten–8th | 6.4 |
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 277 students · 6th–9th | 5.8 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 527 students · 9th–12th | 4.5 |
Schools in Barceloneta
Barceloneta, PR · 5 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$22,010
Median Home Value
$121,400
Median Rent
$625/mo
Population
22,699
College Educated
24%
Homeownership
71%
Avg Commute
29 min
Poverty Rate
44.9%
Community Profile
Barceloneta has a median household income of $22,010. It is a community where 24% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $121,400, with a median rent of $625/month. The area has a poverty rate of 44.9%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. The average commute for residents is 29 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- PR
- Elementary
- 3
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 1
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Common questions about schools in Barceloneta, PR
How many schools are in Barceloneta, PR?
Barceloneta has 5 schools, including 5 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Barceloneta, PR?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Barceloneta is 6.6 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Barceloneta, PR?
The top-ranked school in Barceloneta on MySchoolScout is Eli Ramos Rosario with a composite score of 8.1/10.
What is the best elementary school in Barceloneta, PR?
The top-ranked elementary school in Barceloneta on MySchoolScout is Eli Ramos Rosario with a composite score of 8.1/10.
What is the best middle school in Barceloneta, PR?
The top-ranked middle school in Barceloneta on MySchoolScout is Hector M. Ruiz Martinez with a composite score of 5.8/10.
What is the best high school in Barceloneta, PR?
The top-ranked high school in Barceloneta on MySchoolScout is Fernando Suria Chavez with a composite score of 4.5/10.
How many school districts serve Barceloneta, PR?
Barceloneta is served by 1 school district: Puerto Rico Department of Education.
What is the education level in Barceloneta, PR?
According to Census data, 24% of adults in Barceloneta have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Barceloneta, PR?
The median household income in Barceloneta is approximately $22,010 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Barceloneta, PR?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Barceloneta is 10.3:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Barceloneta, PR?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Puerto Rico Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.