Best Schools in Guayanilla, PR
6 schools · 2 Elementary · 1 High · 3 Other
Choosing a school in Guayanilla?
Use this page to compare every school in Guayanilla by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Herminio Arzola Emmanuelli
Elementary · Puerto Rico Department of Education. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Dalila Torres
Other · Puerto Rico Department of Education. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Gloria Maria Borrero Oliveras
Other · 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 Guayanilla for 2026 are Herminio Arzola Emmanuelli (8.9/10), Dalila Torres (6.7/10), and Gloria Maria Borrero Oliveras (6.3/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 6 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
6
in this city
Avg Score
6.4
out of 10
Median Home
$84,900
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
6
in this city
Avg Score
6.4
out of 10
Median Home
$84,900
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Guayanilla
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (6 of 6). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Herminio Arzola Emmanuelli | 8.9 / 10 |
| 2 | Dalila Torres | 6.7 / 10 |
| 3 | Gloria Maria Borrero Oliveras | 6.3 / 10 |
| 4 | Asuncion Rodriguez De Sala | 5.9 / 10 |
| 5 | Hipolito Garcia Borrero | 5.5 / 10 |
| 6 | Aristides Cales Quiros | 5.1 / 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
- $21,511
- Median home value
- $84,900
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 25%
- Avg commute
- 25 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 73%
17% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Guayanilla compares
Puerto Rico rank
#45 of 77
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+0.1
above Puerto Rico avg (6.3)
Median household income
$22k
89% of Puerto Rico median
Schools in this city
6
About Schools in Guayanilla, PR
Guayanilla, PR is home to 6 schools, including 6 public schools. The city's schools span 2 elementary schools, , and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 6.4 out of 10, schools in Guayanilla 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 Guayanilla is Herminio Arzola Emmanuelli with a composite score of 8.9/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Guayanilla is served by 1 school district: PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION. These districts collectively serve 240,910 students.
Guayanilla's community shows 25% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $21,511. The poverty rate in the area is 49.0%.
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 | 180 students · Pre-K–5th | 8.9 |
| 2 | 168 students · Kindergarten–8th | 5.5 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 413 students · 7th–12th | 5.9 |
Other Schools
3 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 114 students · Pre-K–9th | 6.7 |
| 2 | 479 students · Kindergarten–10th | 6.3 |
| 3 | 237 students · Kindergarten–10th | 5.1 |
Schools in Guayanilla
Guayanilla, PR · 6 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$21,511
Median Home Value
$84,900
Median Rent
$435/mo
Population
17,815
College Educated
25%
Homeownership
73%
Avg Commute
25 min
Poverty Rate
49.0%
Community Profile
Guayanilla has a median household income of $21,511. It is an area where 25% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $84,900, with a median rent of $435/month. The area has a poverty rate of 49.0%, 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
- High
- 1
- Other
- 3
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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 Guayanilla, PR
How many schools are in Guayanilla, PR?
Guayanilla has 6 schools, including 6 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Guayanilla, PR?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Guayanilla 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 Guayanilla, PR?
The top-ranked school in Guayanilla on MySchoolScout is Herminio Arzola Emmanuelli with a composite score of 8.9/10.
What is the best elementary school in Guayanilla, PR?
The top-ranked elementary school in Guayanilla on MySchoolScout is Herminio Arzola Emmanuelli with a composite score of 8.9/10.
What is the best high school in Guayanilla, PR?
The top-ranked high school in Guayanilla on MySchoolScout is Asuncion Rodriguez De Sala with a composite score of 5.9/10.
How many school districts serve Guayanilla, PR?
Guayanilla is served by 1 school district: Puerto Rico Department of Education.
What is the education level in Guayanilla, PR?
According to Census data, 25% of adults in Guayanilla have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Guayanilla, PR?
The median household income in Guayanilla is approximately $21,511 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Guayanilla, PR?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Guayanilla is 9.5:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Guayanilla, 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.