5.6 avg / 10

Best Schools in Carolina, PR

25 schools · 12 Elementary · 4 Middle · 9 High

Last updated: July 2026

Public: 25

Districts: 1

Avg Rating: 5.6/10

Estimated Scores: 4%

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Choosing a school in Carolina?

Use this page to compare every school in Carolina by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.

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The short answer

The top-rated schools in Carolina for 2026 are Jesus Manuel Suarez (9.4/10), Juana A. Mendez (9.2/10), and Jesus T. Pinero Carolina (8.5/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 24 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.

Top-Rated Schools in Carolina

Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (24 of 25). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.

#	School	Rating	Level	Value	State %ile
1	Jesus Manuel Suarez	9.4 / 10	Elementary	—	98th
2	Juana A. Mendez	9.2 / 10	Elementary	—	95th
3	Jesus T. Pinero Carolina	8.5 / 10	Elementary	—	86th
4	Dr. Modesto Rivera Rivera	7.9 / 10	Elementary	—	76th
5	Eduardo J. Saldana	7.8 / 10	High	—	75th
6	Roberto Clemente	7.7 / 10	Elementary	—	73th
7	Maria Teresa Serrano	7.7 / 10	Elementary	—	73th
8	Francisco Matias Lugo	5.7 / 10	Elementary	—	39th
9	Lorenzo Vizcarrondo	5.6 / 10	High	—	36th
10	Angel P. Millan Rohena	5.1 / 10	High	—	27th

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: 5.6/10
Median household income: $36,190
Median home value: $160,450
Bachelor's degree or higher: 37%
Avg commute: 29 min
Owner-occupied homes: 69%

How Carolina compares

Puerto Rico rank

#69 of 77

cities by avg. school score

Vs. state average

-0.8

below Puerto Rico avg (6.3)

Median household income

$36k

149% of Puerto Rico median

Schools in this city

25

About Schools in Carolina, PR

Carolina, PR is home to 25 schools, including 25 public schools. The city's schools span 12 elementary schools, 4 middle schools, and 9 high schools.

With an average rating of 5.6 out of 10, schools in Carolina 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 Carolina is Jesus Manuel Suarez with a composite score of 9.4/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Carolina is served by 1 school district: PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION. These districts collectively serve 240,910 students.

Carolina's community shows 37% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $36,190. The poverty rate in the area is 27.3%.

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.

Filter by Level: All Levels (25) Elementary (12) Middle (4) High (9)

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Filter by Rating: All Ratings (25) Academics (25) Growth (24) Resources (25)

Filter by ZIP: 00985 (8) 00983 (7) 00984 (3) 00987 (2) 00986 (2) 00979 (2)

Elementary Schools

12 schools

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Jesus Manuel Suarez 158 students · Kindergarten–6th	158	Kindergarten–6th	9.4
2	Juana A. Mendez 302 students · Pre-K–6th	302	Pre-K–6th	9.2
3	Jesus T. Pinero Carolina 250 students · Kindergarten–8th	250	Kindergarten–8th	8.5
4	Dr. Modesto Rivera Rivera 247 students · Pre-K–5th	247	Pre-K–5th	7.9
5	Roberto Clemente 147 students · Pre-K–5th	147	Pre-K–5th	7.7
6	Maria Teresa Serrano 277 students · Kindergarten–5th	277	Kindergarten–5th	7.7
7	Vimenti School - Alianza 270 students · Kindergarten–6th	270	Kindergarten–6th	6.8
8	Francisco Matias Lugo 526 students · Pre-K–6th	526	Pre-K–6th	5.7
9	Jose Severo Quinones 660 students · Pre-K–8th	660	Pre-K–8th	4.7
10	Pedro Moczo Baniet 246 students · Kindergarten–5th	246	Kindergarten–5th	4.0

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Jesus Maria Sanroma Pascasio P. Sancerrit

Middle Schools

4 schools

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Agustin Cabrera 352 students · 6th–8th	352	6th–8th	4.4
2	Rvdo. Felix Castro Rodriguez 200 students · 6th–8th	200	6th–8th	4.4
3	Manuel Febres Gonzalez 215 students · 6th–8th	215	6th–8th	4.0
4	Rene Marques 179 students · 6th–8th	179	6th–8th	3.9

High Schools

9 schools

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Eduardo J. Saldana 135 students · 7th–12th	135	7th–12th	7.8
2	Lorenzo Vizcarrondo 167 students · 9th–12th	167	9th–12th	5.6
3	Angel P. Millan Rohena 584 students · 6th–12th	584	6th–12th	5.1
4	Petra Roman Vigo 369 students · 5th–12th	369	5th–12th	4.9
5	Dr. Jose M. Lazaro 237 students · 9th–12th	237	9th–12th	4.7
6	Gilberto Concepcion De Gracia 717 students · 7th–12th	717	7th–12th	4.6
7	Luz America Calderon 415 students · 9th–12th	415	9th–12th	4.4
8	Salvador Brau 200 students · 7th–12th	200	7th–12th	4.3
9	Carlos F. Daniels 333 students · 9th–12th	333	9th–12th	3.2

Schools in Carolina

Carolina, PR · 25 schools

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 4 ZIP codes

Median Income

$36,190

Median Home Value

$160,450

Median Rent

$731/mo

Population

134,002

College Educated

37%

Homeownership

69%

Avg Commute

29 min

Poverty Rate

27.3%

Community Profile

Carolina has a median household income of $36,190. It is an area where 37% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $160,450, with a median rent of $731/month. The area has a poverty rate of 27.3%, 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: 12
Middle: 4
High: 9

Resources

🔍 Google "Carolina schools" 🏫 GreatSchools Carolina 📊 Niche Carolina Rankings 📍 Google Maps: Schools

School District

PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION

858 schools · 240,910 students

Nearby Cities

Trujillo Alto (10 schools)

4 mi

Canovanas (11 schools)

5 mi

San Juan (85 schools)

Guaynabo (11 schools)

9 mi

Rio Grande (10 schools)

Aguas Buenas (6 schools)

13 mi

Bayamon (41 schools)

13 mi

San Lorenzo (8 schools)

15 mi

Las Piedras (8 schools)

16 mi

Toa Baja (18 schools)

16 mi

Other Major Cities in PR

Top metros statewide by school count.

Ponce 38 schools Arecibo 20 schools

How we rate schools

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about schools in Carolina, PR

How many schools are in Carolina, PR?

Carolina has 25 schools, including 25 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in Carolina, PR?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Carolina is 5.6 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 Carolina, PR?

The top-ranked school in Carolina on MySchoolScout is Jesus Manuel Suarez with a composite score of 9.4/10.

What is the best elementary school in Carolina, PR?

The top-ranked elementary school in Carolina on MySchoolScout is Jesus Manuel Suarez with a composite score of 9.4/10.

What is the best middle school in Carolina, PR?

The top-ranked middle school in Carolina on MySchoolScout is Agustin Cabrera with a composite score of 4.4/10.

What is the best high school in Carolina, PR?

The top-ranked high school in Carolina on MySchoolScout is Eduardo J. Saldana with a composite score of 7.8/10.

How many school districts serve Carolina, PR?

Carolina is served by 1 school district: Puerto Rico Department of Education.

What is the education level in Carolina, PR?

According to Census data, 37% of adults in Carolina have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Carolina, PR?

The median household income in Carolina is approximately $36,190 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

What is the student-teacher ratio in Carolina, PR?

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Carolina is 10.4:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Carolina, 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.