Best Schools in Juana Diaz, PR
12 schools · 7 Elementary · 1 Middle · 4 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Juana Diaz by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Ruthford B. Hayes
Elementary · Puerto Rico Department of Education. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Juan Serapio Mangual
Elementary · Puerto Rico Department of Education. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Zoilo Gracia
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 Juana Diaz for 2026 are Ruthford B. Hayes (9.2/10), Juan Serapio Mangual (8.6/10), and Zoilo Gracia (8.5/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 12 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
12
in this city
Avg Score
6.5
out of 10
Median Home
$102,200
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
12
in this city
Avg Score
6.5
out of 10
Median Home
$102,200
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Juana Diaz
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (12 of 12). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ruthford B. Hayes | 9.2 / 10 |
| 2 | Juan Serapio Mangual | 8.6 / 10 |
| 3 | Zoilo Gracia | 8.5 / 10 |
| 4 | Pedro Colon Santiago | 7.9 / 10 |
| 5 | Dr. Maximo Donoso Sanchez | 7.4 / 10 |
| 6 | Manuel Fernandez Juncos | 6.3 / 10 |
| 7 | Luis Llorens Torres Juana Diaz | 5.8 / 10 |
| 8 | Carmen Belen Veiga | 5.6 / 10 |
| 9 | Dr. Pedro Albizu Campos Juana Diaz | 5.5 / 10 |
| 10 | Felipe Colon Diaz | 5.2 / 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
- 6.5/10
- Median household income
- $23,391
- Median home value
- $102,200
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 28%
- Avg commute
- 27 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 77%
42% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Juana Diaz compares
Puerto Rico rank
#33 of 77
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+0.2
above Puerto Rico avg (6.3)
Median household income
$23k
96% of Puerto Rico median
Schools in this city
12
About Schools in Juana Diaz, PR
Juana Diaz, PR is home to 12 schools, including 12 public schools. The city's schools span 7 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 4 high schools.
With an average rating of 6.5 out of 10, schools in Juana Diaz 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 Juana Diaz is Ruthford B. Hayes with a composite score of 9.2/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Juana Diaz is served by 1 school district: PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION. These districts collectively serve 240,910 students.
Juana Diaz's community shows 28% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $23,391. The poverty rate in the area is 43.3%.
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
7 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 329 students · Kindergarten–5th | 9.2 |
| 2 | 127 students · Kindergarten–5th | 8.6 |
| 3 | 197 students · Kindergarten–8th | 8.5 |
| 4 | 291 students · Pre-K–8th | 7.9 |
| 5 | 388 students · Pre-K–5th | 6.3 |
| 6 | 159 students · Pre-K–5th | 5.5 |
| 7 | 166 students · Kindergarten–8th | 3.7 |
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 270 students · 6th–10th | 5.2 |
High Schools
4 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 439 students · 6th–12th | 7.4 |
| 2 | 413 students · 9th–12th | 5.8 |
| 3 | 309 students · 9th–12th | 5.6 |
| 4 | 209 students · 6th–12th | 4.9 |
Schools in Juana Diaz
Juana Diaz, PR · 12 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$23,391
Median Home Value
$102,200
Median Rent
$522/mo
Population
43,212
College Educated
28%
Homeownership
77%
Avg Commute
27 min
Poverty Rate
43.3%
Community Profile
Juana Diaz has a median household income of $23,391. It is an area where 28% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $102,200, with a median rent of $522/month. The area has a poverty rate of 43.3%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. The average commute for residents is 27 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- PR
- Elementary
- 7
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 4
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Juana Diaz, PR
How many schools are in Juana Diaz, PR?
Juana Diaz has 12 schools, including 12 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Juana Diaz, PR?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Juana Diaz 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 Juana Diaz, PR?
The top-ranked school in Juana Diaz on MySchoolScout is Ruthford B. Hayes with a composite score of 9.2/10.
What is the best elementary school in Juana Diaz, PR?
The top-ranked elementary school in Juana Diaz on MySchoolScout is Ruthford B. Hayes with a composite score of 9.2/10.
What is the best middle school in Juana Diaz, PR?
The top-ranked middle school in Juana Diaz on MySchoolScout is Felipe Colon Diaz with a composite score of 5.2/10.
What is the best high school in Juana Diaz, PR?
The top-ranked high school in Juana Diaz on MySchoolScout is Dr. Maximo Donoso Sanchez with a composite score of 7.4/10.
How many school districts serve Juana Diaz, PR?
Juana Diaz is served by 1 school district: Puerto Rico Department of Education.
What is the education level in Juana Diaz, PR?
According to Census data, 28% of adults in Juana Diaz have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Juana Diaz, PR?
The median household income in Juana Diaz is approximately $23,391 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Juana Diaz, PR?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Juana Diaz is 10.1:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Juana Diaz, 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.