Best Schools in Caguas, PR
32 schools · 20 Elementary · 3 Middle · 7 High · 2 Other
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Use this page to compare every school in Caguas by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Paula Mojica
Elementary · Puerto Rico Department of Education. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Elemental Mariano Abril
Elementary · Puerto Rico Department of Education. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Rosa C. Benitez
Elementary · Puerto Rico Department of Education. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Caguas for 2026 are Paula Mojica (9.1/10), Elemental Mariano Abril (8.9/10), and Rosa C. Benitez (8.8/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 32 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
32
in this city
Avg Score
6.4
out of 10
Median Home
$143,850
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
32
in this city
Avg Score
6.4
out of 10
Median Home
$143,850
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Caguas
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (32 of 32). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Paula Mojica | 9.1 / 10 |
| 2 | Elemental Mariano Abril | 8.9 / 10 |
| 3 | Rosa C. Benitez | 8.8 / 10 |
| 4 | Justina Vazquez Mendoza | 8.7 / 10 |
| 5 | Pepita Garriga | 8.5 / 10 |
| 6 | Benita Gonzalez Quinones | 8.3 / 10 |
| 7 | Gerardo Selles Sola Caguas | 8.0 / 10 |
| 8 | Cipriano Manrique | 7.9 / 10 |
| 9 | Pepita Arenas | 7.9 / 10 |
| 10 | Republica De Costa Rica | 7.4 / 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
- 6.4/10
- Median household income
- $30,454
- Median home value
- $143,850
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 35%
- Avg commute
- 30 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 68%
38% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Caguas compares
Puerto Rico rank
#46 of 77
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+0.0
above Puerto Rico avg (6.3)
Median household income
$30k
125% of Puerto Rico median
Schools in this city
32
About Schools in Caguas, PR
Caguas, PR is home to 32 schools, including 32 public schools. The city's schools span 20 elementary schools, 3 middle schools, and 7 high schools.
With an average rating of 6.4 out of 10, schools in Caguas 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 Caguas is Paula Mojica with a composite score of 9.1/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Caguas is served by 1 school district: PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION. These districts collectively serve 240,910 students.
Caguas's community shows 35% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $30,454. The poverty rate in the area is 35.6%.
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
20 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 155 students · Pre-K–5th | 9.1 |
| 2 | 133 students · Kindergarten–6th | 8.9 |
| 3 | 252 students · Kindergarten–5th | 8.8 |
| 4 | 146 students · Kindergarten–5th | 8.7 |
| 5 | 183 students · Kindergarten–5th | 8.5 |
| 6 | 149 students · Pre-K–5th | 8.3 |
| 7 | 120 students · Kindergarten–5th | 7.9 |
| 8 | 212 students · Kindergarten–5th | 7.9 |
| 9 | 143 students · Pre-K–5th | 7.2 |
| 10 | 208 students · Kindergarten–5th | 6.9 |
Middle Schools
3 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 334 students · 6th–8th | 5.0 |
| 2 | 258 students · 6th–8th | 4.6 |
| 3 | 260 students · 6th–8th | 2.7 |
High Schools
7 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 350 students · 6th–12th | 8.0 |
| 2 | 740 students · 8th–12th | 7.4 |
| 3 | 52 students · 9th–12th | 6.7 |
| 4 | 444 students · 8th–12th | 5.9 |
| 5 | 257 students · 7th–12th | 5.3 |
| 6 | 288 students · 6th–12th | 4.6 |
| 7 | 519 students · 9th–12th | 4.5 |
Other Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 199 students · Kindergarten–9th | 7.2 |
| 2 | 235 students · 6th–9th | 4.5 |
Schools in Caguas
Caguas, PR · 32 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 2 ZIP codes
Median Income
$30,454
Median Home Value
$143,850
Median Rent
$690/mo
Population
129,658
College Educated
35%
Homeownership
68%
Avg Commute
30 min
Poverty Rate
35.6%
Community Profile
Caguas has a median household income of $30,454. It is an area where 35% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $143,850, with a median rent of $690/month. The area has a poverty rate of 35.6%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. The average commute for residents is 30 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- PR
- Elementary
- 20
- Middle
- 3
- High
- 7
- Other
- 2
Nearby Cities
How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Caguas, PR
How many schools are in Caguas, PR?
Caguas has 32 schools, including 32 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Caguas, PR?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Caguas is 6.4 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 Caguas, PR?
The top-ranked school in Caguas on MySchoolScout is Paula Mojica with a composite score of 9.1/10.
What is the best elementary school in Caguas, PR?
The top-ranked elementary school in Caguas on MySchoolScout is Paula Mojica with a composite score of 9.1/10.
What is the best middle school in Caguas, PR?
The top-ranked middle school in Caguas on MySchoolScout is Felipe Rivera Centeno with a composite score of 5.0/10.
What is the best high school in Caguas, PR?
The top-ranked high school in Caguas on MySchoolScout is Gerardo Selles Sola Caguas with a composite score of 8.0/10.
How many school districts serve Caguas, PR?
Caguas is served by 1 school district: Puerto Rico Department of Education.
What is the education level in Caguas, PR?
According to Census data, 35% of adults in Caguas have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Caguas, PR?
The median household income in Caguas is approximately $30,454 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Caguas, PR?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Caguas is 9.2:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Caguas, 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.