Best Schools in Catano, PR
5 schools · 2 Elementary · 2 Middle · 1 High
Choosing a school in Catano?
Use this page to compare every school in Catano by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.
Rafael Cordero Catano
Elementary · Puerto Rico Department of Education. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Isaac Del Rosario
Elementary · Puerto Rico Department of Education. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Rosalina C. Martinez - Alianza
High · 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 Catano for 2026 are Rafael Cordero Catano (7.4/10), Isaac Del Rosario (7.2/10), and Rosalina C. Martinez - Alianza (4.9/10), 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
5.0
out of 10
Median Home
$118,700
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
5
in this city
Avg Score
5.0
out of 10
Median Home
$118,700
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Catano
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 | Rafael Cordero Catano | 7.4 / 10 |
| 2 | Isaac Del Rosario | 7.2 / 10 |
| 3 | Rosalina C. Martinez - Alianza | 4.9 / 10 |
| 4 | Onofre Carballeira | 3.0 / 10 |
| 5 | Mercedes Garcia De Colorado | 2.6 / 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
- 5.0/10
- Median household income
- $20,134
- Median home value
- $118,700
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 18%
- Avg commute
- 25 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 55%
40% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Catano compares
Puerto Rico rank
#75 of 77
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-1.3
below Puerto Rico avg (6.3)
Median household income
$20k
83% of Puerto Rico median
Schools in this city
5
About Schools in Catano, PR
Catano, PR is home to 5 schools, including 5 public schools. The city's schools span 2 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 5.0 out of 10, schools in Catano 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 Catano is Rafael Cordero Catano with a composite score of 7.4/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Catano is served by 1 school district: PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION. These districts collectively serve 240,910 students.
Catano's community shows 18% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $20,134. The poverty rate in the area is 49.6%.
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
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 420 students · Pre-K–5th | 7.4 |
| 2 | 413 students · Pre-K–5th | 7.2 |
Middle Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 198 students · 5th–8th | 3.0 |
| 2 | 165 students · 6th–8th | 2.6 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 297 students · 6th–12th | 4.9 |
Schools in Catano
Catano, PR · 5 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$20,134
Median Home Value
$118,700
Median Rent
$537/mo
Population
19,213
College Educated
18%
Homeownership
55%
Avg Commute
25 min
Poverty Rate
49.6%
Community Profile
Catano has a median household income of $20,134. It is a community where 18% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $118,700, with a median rent of $537/month. The area has a poverty rate of 49.6%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. The average commute for residents is 25 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- PR
- Elementary
- 2
- Middle
- 2
- High
- 1
Resources
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Catano, PR
How many schools are in Catano, PR?
Catano has 5 schools, including 5 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Catano, PR?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Catano is 5.0 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 Catano, PR?
The top-ranked school in Catano on MySchoolScout is Rafael Cordero Catano with a composite score of 7.4/10.
What is the best elementary school in Catano, PR?
The top-ranked elementary school in Catano on MySchoolScout is Rafael Cordero Catano with a composite score of 7.4/10.
What is the best middle school in Catano, PR?
The top-ranked middle school in Catano on MySchoolScout is Onofre Carballeira with a composite score of 3.0/10.
What is the best high school in Catano, PR?
The top-ranked high school in Catano on MySchoolScout is Rosalina C. Martinez - Alianza with a composite score of 4.9/10.
How many school districts serve Catano, PR?
Catano is served by 1 school district: Puerto Rico Department of Education.
What is the education level in Catano, PR?
According to Census data, 18% of adults in Catano have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Catano, PR?
The median household income in Catano is approximately $20,134 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Catano, PR?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Catano is 9.8:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Catano, 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.