Best Schools in Guayama, PR
11 schools · 6 Elementary · 4 High · 1 Other
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Use this page to compare every school in Guayama by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Genaro Cautino
High · Puerto Rico Department of Education. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Washington I
Elementary · Puerto Rico Department of Education. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Dra. Maria Socorro Lacot
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 Guayama for 2026 are Genaro Cautino (9.1/10), Washington I (8.2/10), and Dra. Maria Socorro Lacot (8.0/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 11 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
11
in this city
Avg Score
7.0
out of 10
Median Home
$104,000
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
11
in this city
Avg Score
7.0
out of 10
Median Home
$104,000
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Guayama
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (11 of 11). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Genaro Cautino | 9.1 / 10 |
| 2 | Washington I | 8.2 / 10 |
| 3 | Dra. Maria Socorro Lacot | 8.0 / 10 |
| 4 | Oscar Hernandez Guevara | 7.8 / 10 |
| 5 | Rafael Antonio Delgado Mateo | 7.5 / 10 |
| 6 | Vicente Pales Anes | 7.4 / 10 |
| 7 | Simon Madera | 7.4 / 10 |
| 8 | Juan Alemany Silva | 7.3 / 10 |
| 9 | Francisco Garcia Boyrie | 6.1 / 10 |
| 10 | Adela Brenes Texidor | 5.0 / 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
- $20,347
- Median home value
- $104,000
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 23%
- Avg commute
- 25 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 71%
73% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Guayama compares
Puerto Rico rank
#9 of 77
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+0.7
above Puerto Rico avg (6.3)
Median household income
$20k
84% of Puerto Rico median
Schools in this city
11
About Schools in Guayama, PR
Guayama, PR is home to 11 schools, including 11 public schools. The city's schools span 6 elementary schools, , and 4 high schools.
With an average rating of 7.0 out of 10, schools in Guayama perform strongly 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 Guayama is Genaro Cautino with a composite score of 9.1/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Guayama is served by 1 school district: PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION. These districts collectively serve 240,910 students.
Guayama's community shows 23% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $20,347. The poverty rate in the area is 48.6%.
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
6 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 250 students · Pre-K–5th | 8.2 |
| 2 | 250 students · Pre-K–5th | 7.8 |
| 3 | 192 students · Pre-K–6th | 7.5 |
| 4 | 119 students · Kindergarten–5th | 7.4 |
| 5 | 295 students · Kindergarten–8th | 7.4 |
| 6 | 161 students · Kindergarten–8th | 7.3 |
High Schools
4 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 268 students · 6th–12th | 9.1 |
| 2 | 927 students · 9th–12th | 8.0 |
| 3 | 240 students · 6th–12th | 5.0 |
| 4 | 376 students · 6th–12th | 3.5 |
Other Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 327 students · Kindergarten–10th | 6.1 |
Schools in Guayama
Guayama, PR · 11 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$20,347
Median Home Value
$104,000
Median Rent
$443/mo
Population
35,405
College Educated
23%
Homeownership
71%
Avg Commute
25 min
Poverty Rate
48.6%
Community Profile
Guayama has a median household income of $20,347. It is a community where 23% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $104,000, with a median rent of $443/month. The area has a poverty rate of 48.6%, 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
- 6
- High
- 4
- Other
- 1
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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 Guayama, PR
How many schools are in Guayama, PR?
Guayama has 11 schools, including 11 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Guayama, PR?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Guayama 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 Guayama, PR?
The top-ranked school in Guayama on MySchoolScout is Genaro Cautino with a composite score of 9.1/10.
What is the best elementary school in Guayama, PR?
The top-ranked elementary school in Guayama on MySchoolScout is Washington I with a composite score of 8.2/10.
What is the best high school in Guayama, PR?
The top-ranked high school in Guayama on MySchoolScout is Genaro Cautino with a composite score of 9.1/10.
How many school districts serve Guayama, PR?
Guayama is served by 1 school district: Puerto Rico Department of Education.
What is the education level in Guayama, PR?
According to Census data, 23% of adults in Guayama have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Guayama, PR?
The median household income in Guayama is approximately $20,347 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Guayama, PR?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Guayama 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 Guayama, 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.