6.5 avg / 10

Best Schools in Isabela, PR

9 schools · 6 Elementary · 1 Middle · 2 High

Last updated: July 2026

Public: 9

Districts: 1

Avg Rating: 6.5/10

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

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Elementary · 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 Isabela for 2026 are Epifanio Estrada Isabela (9.0/10), Antonio Geigel Paredes (8.8/10), and Mateo Hernandez (7.2/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 9 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 Isabela

Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (9 of 9). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.

#	School	Rating	Level	Value	State %ile
1	Epifanio Estrada Isabela	9.0 / 10	Elementary	—	94th
2	Antonio Geigel Paredes	8.8 / 10	Elementary	—	92th
3	Mateo Hernandez	7.2 / 10	Elementary	—	66th
4	Ceferina Cordero	7.1 / 10	Elementary	—	64th
5	Francisco Mendoza	6.0 / 10	High	—	46th
6	Jose C. Rosario	6.0 / 10	Elementary	—	46th
7	Jose A. Vargas	5.7 / 10	Elementary	—	39th
8	Dr. Heriberto Domenech	4.5 / 10	High	—	17th
9	Irma Deliz De Munoz	4.0 / 10	Middle	—	9th

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Family Snapshot

At a glance

Avg school rating: 6.5/10
Median household income: $20,673
Median home value: $122,300
Bachelor's degree or higher: 26%
Avg commute: 25 min
Owner-occupied homes: 64%

How Isabela compares

Puerto Rico rank

#39 of 77

cities by avg. school score

Vs. state average

+0.1

above Puerto Rico avg (6.3)

Median household income

$21k

85% of Puerto Rico median

Schools in this city

9

About Schools in Isabela, PR

Isabela, PR is home to 9 schools, including 9 public schools. The city's schools span 6 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 2 high schools.

With an average rating of 6.5 out of 10, schools in Isabela 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 Isabela is Epifanio Estrada Isabela with a composite score of 9.0/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

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

Isabela's community shows 26% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $20,673. The poverty rate in the area is 46.8%.

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 (9) Elementary (6) Middle (1) High (2)

Filter by Type: All Types (9) Public (9)

Filter by Rating: All Ratings (9) Academics (9) Growth (9) Resources (9)

Filter by ZIP: 00662 (9)

Elementary Schools

6 schools

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Epifanio Estrada Isabela 207 students · Pre-K–5th	207	Pre-K–5th	9.0
2	Antonio Geigel Paredes 275 students · Kindergarten–5th	275	Kindergarten–5th	8.8
3	Mateo Hernandez 200 students · Kindergarten–5th	200	Kindergarten–5th	7.2
4	Ceferina Cordero 213 students · Pre-K–5th	213	Pre-K–5th	7.1
5	Jose C. Rosario 438 students · Kindergarten–8th	438	Kindergarten–8th	6.0
6	Jose A. Vargas 330 students · Pre-K–8th	330	Pre-K–8th	5.7

Middle Schools

1 school

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Irma Deliz De Munoz 303 students · 6th–8th	303	6th–8th	4.0

High Schools

2 schools

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Francisco Mendoza 537 students · 9th–12th	537	9th–12th	6.0
2	Dr. Heriberto Domenech 822 students · 9th–12th	822	9th–12th	4.5

Schools in Isabela

Isabela, PR · 9 schools

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$20,673

Median Home Value

$122,300

Median Rent

$555/mo

Population

40,705

College Educated

26%

Homeownership

64%

Avg Commute

25 min

Poverty Rate

46.8%

Community Profile

Isabela has a median household income of $20,673. It is an area where 26% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $122,300, with a median rent of $555/month. The area has a poverty rate of 46.8%, 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
Middle: 1
High: 2

Resources

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

School District

PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION

858 schools · 240,910 students

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How we rate schools

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about schools in Isabela, PR

How many schools are in Isabela, PR?

Isabela has 9 schools, including 9 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in Isabela, PR?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Isabela is 6.5 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 Isabela, PR?

The top-ranked school in Isabela on MySchoolScout is Epifanio Estrada Isabela with a composite score of 9.0/10.

What is the best elementary school in Isabela, PR?

The top-ranked elementary school in Isabela on MySchoolScout is Epifanio Estrada Isabela with a composite score of 9.0/10.

What is the best middle school in Isabela, PR?

The top-ranked middle school in Isabela on MySchoolScout is Irma Deliz De Munoz with a composite score of 4.0/10.

What is the best high school in Isabela, PR?

The top-ranked high school in Isabela on MySchoolScout is Francisco Mendoza with a composite score of 6.0/10.

How many school districts serve Isabela, PR?

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

What is the education level in Isabela, PR?

According to Census data, 26% of adults in Isabela have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Isabela, PR?

The median household income in Isabela is approximately $20,673 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

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

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Isabela is 10.6:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Isabela, 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.