Best Schools in Lares, PR
9 schools · 5 Elementary · 1 Middle · 3 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Lares by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Hector Hernandez Arana
Elementary · Puerto Rico Department of Education. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
George Washington
Elementary · Puerto Rico Department of Education. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Daniel Velez Soto
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 Lares for 2026 are Hector Hernandez Arana (9.4/10), George Washington (9.1/10), and Daniel Velez Soto (8.2/10), 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.
Schools
9
in this city
Avg Score
7.0
out of 10
Median Home
$102,700
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
9
in this city
Avg Score
7.0
out of 10
Median Home
$102,700
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Lares
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Hector Hernandez Arana | 9.4 / 10 |
| 2 | George Washington | 9.1 / 10 |
| 3 | Daniel Velez Soto | 8.2 / 10 |
| 4 | Julio Lebron Soto | 7.7 / 10 |
| 5 | Angelica Delgado | 7.4 / 10 |
| 6 | Gabriela Mistral Lares | 5.9 / 10 |
| 7 | Profesor Rafael Alicea Vazquez | 5.7 / 10 |
| 8 | Domingo Aponte Collazo | 5.6 / 10 |
| 9 | Ramon De Jesus Sierra | 3.6 / 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
- $19,198
- Median home value
- $102,700
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 21%
- Avg commute
- 32 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 65%
56% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Lares compares
Puerto Rico rank
#14 of 77
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+0.6
above Puerto Rico avg (6.3)
Median household income
$19k
79% of Puerto Rico median
Schools in this city
9
About Schools in Lares, PR
Lares, PR is home to 9 schools, including 9 public schools. The city's schools span 5 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 3 high schools.
With an average rating of 7.0 out of 10, schools in Lares 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 Lares is Hector Hernandez Arana with a composite score of 9.4/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Lares is served by 1 school district: PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION. These districts collectively serve 240,910 students.
Lares's community shows 21% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $19,198. The poverty rate in the area is 55.1%.
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 | 335 students · Kindergarten–5th | 9.4 |
| 2 | 136 students · Kindergarten–5th | 9.1 |
| 3 | 254 students · Pre-K–5th | 8.2 |
| 4 | 193 students · Pre-K–6th | 7.7 |
| 5 | 366 students · Pre-K–8th | 7.4 |
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 429 students · 6th–8th | 3.6 |
High Schools
3 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 167 students · 7th–12th | 5.9 |
| 2 | 159 students · 6th–12th | 5.7 |
| 3 | 759 students · 8th–12th | 5.6 |
Schools in Lares
Lares, PR · 9 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$19,198
Median Home Value
$102,700
Median Rent
$496/mo
Population
27,534
College Educated
21%
Homeownership
65%
Avg Commute
32 min
Poverty Rate
55.1%
Community Profile
Lares has a median household income of $19,198. It is a community where 21% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $102,700, with a median rent of $496/month. The area has a poverty rate of 55.1%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. The average commute for residents is 32 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- PR
- Elementary
- 5
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 3
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Lares, PR
How many schools are in Lares, PR?
Lares has 9 schools, including 9 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Lares, PR?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Lares 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 Lares, PR?
The top-ranked school in Lares on MySchoolScout is Hector Hernandez Arana with a composite score of 9.4/10.
What is the best elementary school in Lares, PR?
The top-ranked elementary school in Lares on MySchoolScout is Hector Hernandez Arana with a composite score of 9.4/10.
What is the best middle school in Lares, PR?
The top-ranked middle school in Lares on MySchoolScout is Ramon De Jesus Sierra with a composite score of 3.6/10.
What is the best high school in Lares, PR?
The top-ranked high school in Lares on MySchoolScout is Gabriela Mistral Lares with a composite score of 5.9/10.
How many school districts serve Lares, PR?
Lares is served by 1 school district: Puerto Rico Department of Education.
What is the education level in Lares, PR?
According to Census data, 21% of adults in Lares have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Lares, PR?
The median household income in Lares is approximately $19,198 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Lares, PR?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Lares is 9.3:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Lares, 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.