Best Schools in Cayey, PR
14 schools · 8 Elementary · 2 Middle · 4 High
Choosing a school in Cayey?
Use this page to compare every school in Cayey 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.
Virginia Vazquez Mendoza
Elementary · Puerto Rico Department of Education. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Benigno Carrion
Elementary · Puerto Rico Department of Education. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Miguel Angel Julia Collazo - Bellas Artes
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 Cayey for 2026 are Virginia Vazquez Mendoza (8.9/10), Benigno Carrion (8.9/10), and Miguel Angel Julia Collazo - Bellas Artes (8.6/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 14 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
14
in this city
Avg Score
6.8
out of 10
Median Home
$140,350
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
14
in this city
Avg Score
6.8
out of 10
Median Home
$140,350
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Cayey
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (14 of 14). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Virginia Vazquez Mendoza | 8.9 / 10 |
| 2 | Benigno Carrion | 8.9 / 10 |
| 3 | Miguel Angel Julia Collazo - Bellas Artes | 8.6 / 10 |
| 4 | Eugenio Maria De Hostos Cayey | 8.4 / 10 |
| 5 | Elemental Emerita Leon | 8.3 / 10 |
| 6 | Gerardo Selles Sola Cayey | 7.9 / 10 |
| 7 | Elsa Diani Martinez Torres | 7.4 / 10 |
| 8 | Benjamin Harrison | 6.0 / 10 |
| 9 | Dr. Ramon Emeterio Betances | 6.0 / 10 |
| 10 | Miguel Melendez Munoz Cayey | 5.9 / 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
- 6.8/10
- Median household income
- $27,727
- Median home value
- $140,350
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 28%
- Avg commute
- 28 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 65%
50% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Cayey compares
Puerto Rico rank
#20 of 77
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+0.4
above Puerto Rico avg (6.3)
Median household income
$28k
114% of Puerto Rico median
Schools in this city
14
About Schools in Cayey, PR
Cayey, PR is home to 14 schools, including 14 public schools. The city's schools span 8 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 4 high schools.
With an average rating of 6.8 out of 10, schools in Cayey 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 Cayey is Virginia Vazquez Mendoza with a composite score of 8.9/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Cayey is served by 1 school district: PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION. These districts collectively serve 240,910 students.
Cayey's community shows 28% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $27,727. The poverty rate in the area is 36.9%.
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
8 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 304 students · Pre-K–5th | 8.9 |
| 2 | 308 students · Kindergarten–5th | 8.9 |
| 3 | 240 students · Kindergarten–8th | 8.4 |
| 4 | 173 students · Pre-K–5th | 8.3 |
| 5 | 296 students · Kindergarten–8th | 7.9 |
| 6 | 366 students · Pre-K–8th | 7.4 |
| 7 | 200 students · Kindergarten–5th | 5.2 |
| 8 | 167 students · Pre-K–6th | 4.0 |
Middle Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 374 students · 6th–8th | 6.0 |
| 2 | 185 students · 6th–8th | 4.7 |
High Schools
4 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 239 students · 6th–12th | 8.6 |
| 2 | 704 students · 9th–12th | 6.0 |
| 3 | 379 students · 9th–12th | 5.9 |
| 4 | 107 students · 9th–12th | 4.3 |
Schools in Cayey
Cayey, PR · 14 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 2 ZIP codes
Median Income
$27,727
Median Home Value
$140,350
Median Rent
$547/mo
Population
80,123
College Educated
28%
Homeownership
65%
Avg Commute
28 min
Poverty Rate
36.9%
Community Profile
Cayey has a median household income of $27,727. It is an area where 28% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $140,350, with a median rent of $547/month. The area has a poverty rate of 36.9%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. The average commute for residents is 28 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- PR
- Elementary
- 8
- Middle
- 2
- High
- 4
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How we rate schools
A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.
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Common questions about schools in Cayey, PR
How many schools are in Cayey, PR?
Cayey has 14 schools, including 14 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Cayey, PR?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Cayey is 6.8 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 Cayey, PR?
The top-ranked school in Cayey on MySchoolScout is Virginia Vazquez Mendoza with a composite score of 8.9/10.
What is the best elementary school in Cayey, PR?
The top-ranked elementary school in Cayey on MySchoolScout is Virginia Vazquez Mendoza with a composite score of 8.9/10.
What is the best middle school in Cayey, PR?
The top-ranked middle school in Cayey on MySchoolScout is Dr. Ramon Emeterio Betances with a composite score of 6.0/10.
What is the best high school in Cayey, PR?
The top-ranked high school in Cayey on MySchoolScout is Miguel Angel Julia Collazo - Bellas Artes with a composite score of 8.6/10.
How many school districts serve Cayey, PR?
Cayey is served by 1 school district: Puerto Rico Department of Education.
What is the education level in Cayey, PR?
According to Census data, 28% of adults in Cayey have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Cayey, PR?
The median household income in Cayey is approximately $27,727 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Cayey, PR?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Cayey is 8.9:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Cayey, 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.