Best Schools in Lajas, PR
8 schools · 5 Elementary · 1 Middle · 2 High
Choosing a school in Lajas?
Use this page to compare every school in Lajas by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Rosendo Matienzo Cintron
Elementary · Puerto Rico Department of Education. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Alejandro Tapia Y Rivera Lajas
High · Puerto Rico Department of Education. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Ramon Olivares
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 Lajas for 2026 are Rosendo Matienzo Cintron (9.0/10), Alejandro Tapia Y Rivera Lajas (8.7/10), and Ramon Olivares (7.9/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 8 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
8
in this city
Avg Score
6.8
out of 10
Median Home
$103,300
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
8
in this city
Avg Score
6.8
out of 10
Median Home
$103,300
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Lajas
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (8 of 8). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Rosendo Matienzo Cintron | 9.0 / 10 |
| 2 | Alejandro Tapia Y Rivera Lajas | 8.7 / 10 |
| 3 | Ramon Olivares | 7.9 / 10 |
| 4 | Elemental Urbana De Lajas | 7.7 / 10 |
| 5 | Juan Cancio Ortiz De La Renta | 6.7 / 10 |
| 6 | Leonides Morales Rodriguez | 5.6 / 10 |
| 7 | Luis Munoz Rivera Lajas | 4.7 / 10 |
| 8 | Jose Rodriguez Soto | 4.2 / 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
- 6.8/10
- Median household income
- $18,729
- Median home value
- $103,300
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 21%
- Avg commute
- 24 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 71%
50% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Lajas compares
Puerto Rico rank
#16 of 77
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+0.5
above Puerto Rico avg (6.3)
Median household income
$19k
77% of Puerto Rico median
Schools in this city
8
About Schools in Lajas, PR
Lajas, PR is home to 8 schools, including 8 public schools. The city's schools span 5 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 2 high schools.
With an average rating of 6.8 out of 10, schools in Lajas 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 Lajas is Rosendo Matienzo Cintron with a composite score of 9.0/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Lajas is served by 1 school district: PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION. These districts collectively serve 240,910 students.
Lajas's community shows 21% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $18,729. The poverty rate in the area is 52.8%.
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.
Elementary Schools
5 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 137 students · Kindergarten–5th | 9.0 |
| 2 | 168 students · Pre-K–5th | 7.9 |
| 3 | 400 students · Pre-K–6th | 7.7 |
| 4 | 368 students · Kindergarten–8th | 6.7 |
| 5 | 168 students · Pre-K–8th | 4.2 |
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 319 students · 6th–12th | 4.7 |
High Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 64 students · 7th–12th | 8.7 |
| 2 | 676 students · 7th–12th | 5.6 |
Schools in Lajas
Lajas, PR · 8 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$18,729
Median Home Value
$103,300
Median Rent
$492/mo
Population
23,116
College Educated
21%
Homeownership
71%
Avg Commute
24 min
Poverty Rate
52.8%
Community Profile
Lajas has a median household income of $18,729. It is a community where 21% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $103,300, with a median rent of $492/month. The area has a poverty rate of 52.8%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. The average commute for residents is 24 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- PR
- Elementary
- 5
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 2
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Lajas, PR
How many schools are in Lajas, PR?
Lajas has 8 schools, including 8 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Lajas, PR?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Lajas 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 Lajas, PR?
The top-ranked school in Lajas on MySchoolScout is Rosendo Matienzo Cintron with a composite score of 9.0/10.
What is the best elementary school in Lajas, PR?
The top-ranked elementary school in Lajas on MySchoolScout is Rosendo Matienzo Cintron with a composite score of 9.0/10.
What is the best middle school in Lajas, PR?
The top-ranked middle school in Lajas on MySchoolScout is Luis Munoz Rivera Lajas with a composite score of 4.7/10.
What is the best high school in Lajas, PR?
The top-ranked high school in Lajas on MySchoolScout is Alejandro Tapia Y Rivera Lajas with a composite score of 8.7/10.
How many school districts serve Lajas, PR?
Lajas is served by 1 school district: Puerto Rico Department of Education.
What is the education level in Lajas, PR?
According to Census data, 21% of adults in Lajas have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Lajas, PR?
The median household income in Lajas is approximately $18,729 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Lajas, PR?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Lajas is 9.4:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Lajas, 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.