Best Schools in Barranquitas, PR
10 schools · 8 Elementary · 2 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Barranquitas by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Intermedia Francisco (paco) Lopez Lopez
Elementary · Puerto Rico Department of Education. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Antonio Vazquez Ramos
Elementary · Puerto Rico Department of Education. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Jose Colon Gonzalez
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 Barranquitas for 2026 are Intermedia Francisco (paco) Lopez Lopez (8.8/10), Antonio Vazquez Ramos (8.7/10), and Jose Colon Gonzalez (8.6/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 10 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
10
in this city
Avg Score
7.0
out of 10
Median Home
$119,800
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
10
in this city
Avg Score
7.0
out of 10
Median Home
$119,800
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Barranquitas
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (10 of 10). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Intermedia Francisco (paco) Lopez Lopez | 8.8 / 10 |
| 2 | Antonio Vazquez Ramos | 8.7 / 10 |
| 3 | Jose Colon Gonzalez | 8.6 / 10 |
| 4 | Inocencio Cintron Zayas | 8.0 / 10 |
| 5 | Luis Munoz Marin Barranquitas | 7.8 / 10 |
| 6 | Ramon T. Rivera | 7.2 / 10 |
| 7 | EL Farallon | 5.6 / 10 |
| 8 | Pablo Colon Berdecia | 5.5 / 10 |
| 9 | Petroamerica Pagan | 4.7 / 10 |
| 10 | Federico Degetau | 4.7 / 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
- 7.0/10
- Median household income
- $22,128
- Median home value
- $119,800
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 23%
- Avg commute
- 32 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 69%
60% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Barranquitas compares
Puerto Rico rank
#13 of 77
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+0.6
above Puerto Rico avg (6.3)
Median household income
$22k
91% of Puerto Rico median
Schools in this city
10
About Schools in Barranquitas, PR
Barranquitas, PR is home to 10 schools, including 10 public schools. The city's schools span 8 elementary schools, , and 2 high schools.
With an average rating of 7.0 out of 10, schools in Barranquitas 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 Barranquitas is Intermedia Francisco (paco) Lopez Lopez with a composite score of 8.8/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Barranquitas is served by 1 school district: PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION. These districts collectively serve 240,910 students.
Barranquitas's community shows 23% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $22,128. The poverty rate in the area is 49.5%.
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
8 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 535 students · Kindergarten–8th | 8.8 |
| 2 | 165 students · Kindergarten–8th | 8.7 |
| 3 | 456 students · Kindergarten–8th | 8.6 |
| 4 | 143 students · Pre-K–6th | 8.0 |
| 5 | 195 students · Pre-K–8th | 7.2 |
| 6 | 79 students · Kindergarten–4th | 5.6 |
| 7 | 348 students · Pre-K–8th | 4.7 |
| 8 | 338 students · Pre-K–8th | 4.7 |
High Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 571 students · 8th–12th | 7.8 |
| 2 | 567 students · 9th–12th | 5.5 |
Schools in Barranquitas
Barranquitas, PR · 10 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$22,128
Median Home Value
$119,800
Median Rent
$504/mo
Population
28,450
College Educated
23%
Homeownership
69%
Avg Commute
32 min
Poverty Rate
49.5%
Community Profile
Barranquitas has a median household income of $22,128. It is a community where 23% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $119,800, with a median rent of $504/month. The area has a poverty rate of 49.5%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. The average commute for residents is 32 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- PR
- Elementary
- 8
- High
- 2
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Barranquitas, PR
How many schools are in Barranquitas, PR?
Barranquitas has 10 schools, including 10 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Barranquitas, PR?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Barranquitas is 7.0 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 Barranquitas, PR?
The top-ranked school in Barranquitas on MySchoolScout is Intermedia Francisco (paco) Lopez Lopez with a composite score of 8.8/10.
What is the best elementary school in Barranquitas, PR?
The top-ranked elementary school in Barranquitas on MySchoolScout is Intermedia Francisco (paco) Lopez Lopez with a composite score of 8.8/10.
What is the best high school in Barranquitas, PR?
The top-ranked high school in Barranquitas on MySchoolScout is Luis Munoz Marin Barranquitas with a composite score of 7.8/10.
How many school districts serve Barranquitas, PR?
Barranquitas is served by 1 school district: Puerto Rico Department of Education.
What is the education level in Barranquitas, PR?
According to Census data, 23% of adults in Barranquitas have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Barranquitas, PR?
The median household income in Barranquitas is approximately $22,128 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Barranquitas, PR?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Barranquitas is 10.7:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Barranquitas, 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.