Best Schools in Las Piedras, PR
8 schools · 4 Elementary · 2 Middle · 2 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Las Piedras by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Jose De Diego Las Piedras
Elementary · Puerto Rico Department of Education. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Miguel Hernandez Agosto
Elementary · Puerto Rico Department of Education. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Carmen Benitez
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 Las Piedras for 2026 are Jose De Diego Las Piedras (8.8/10), Miguel Hernandez Agosto (7.7/10), and Carmen Benitez (6.4/10), 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
6.0
out of 10
Median Home
$120,700
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
8
in this city
Avg Score
6.0
out of 10
Median Home
$120,700
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Las Piedras
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 | Jose De Diego Las Piedras | 8.8 / 10 |
| 2 | Miguel Hernandez Agosto | 7.7 / 10 |
| 3 | Carmen Benitez | 6.4 / 10 |
| 4 | Ramon Power Y Giralt Las Piedras | 6.3 / 10 |
| 5 | Luis Munoz Rivera Las Piedras | 5.9 / 10 |
| 6 | Florencia Garcia | 5.2 / 10 |
| 7 | Santiago Torres | 4.1 / 10 |
| 8 | Leoncio Melendez | 3.8 / 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
- 6.0/10
- Median household income
- $25,662
- Median home value
- $120,700
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 29%
- Avg commute
- 30 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 77%
25% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Las Piedras compares
Puerto Rico rank
#55 of 77
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-0.3
below Puerto Rico avg (6.3)
Median household income
$26k
106% of Puerto Rico median
Schools in this city
8
About Schools in Las Piedras, PR
Las Piedras, PR is home to 8 schools, including 8 public schools. The city's schools span 4 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 2 high schools.
With an average rating of 6.0 out of 10, schools in Las Piedras 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 Las Piedras is Jose De Diego Las Piedras with a composite score of 8.8/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Las Piedras is served by 1 school district: PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION. These districts collectively serve 240,910 students.
Las Piedras's community shows 29% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $25,662. The poverty rate in the area is 37.9%.
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
4 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 239 students · Pre-K–5th | 8.8 |
| 2 | 268 students · Kindergarten–5th | 7.7 |
| 3 | 358 students · Pre-K–6th | 6.4 |
| 4 | 153 students · Kindergarten–5th | 5.9 |
Middle Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 194 students · 6th–8th | 4.1 |
| 2 | 340 students · 6th–8th | 3.8 |
High Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 781 students · 9th–12th | 6.3 |
| 2 | 351 students · 8th–12th | 5.2 |
Schools in Las Piedras
Las Piedras, PR · 8 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$25,662
Median Home Value
$120,700
Median Rent
$493/mo
Population
35,165
College Educated
29%
Homeownership
77%
Avg Commute
30 min
Poverty Rate
37.9%
Community Profile
Las Piedras has a median household income of $25,662. It is an area where 29% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $120,700, with a median rent of $493/month. The area has a poverty rate of 37.9%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. The average commute for residents is 30 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- PR
- Elementary
- 4
- Middle
- 2
- High
- 2
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Las Piedras, PR
How many schools are in Las Piedras, PR?
Las Piedras has 8 schools, including 8 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Las Piedras, PR?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Las Piedras is 6.0 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 Las Piedras, PR?
The top-ranked school in Las Piedras on MySchoolScout is Jose De Diego Las Piedras with a composite score of 8.8/10.
What is the best elementary school in Las Piedras, PR?
The top-ranked elementary school in Las Piedras on MySchoolScout is Jose De Diego Las Piedras with a composite score of 8.8/10.
What is the best middle school in Las Piedras, PR?
The top-ranked middle school in Las Piedras on MySchoolScout is Santiago Torres with a composite score of 4.1/10.
What is the best high school in Las Piedras, PR?
The top-ranked high school in Las Piedras on MySchoolScout is Ramon Power Y Giralt Las Piedras with a composite score of 6.3/10.
How many school districts serve Las Piedras, PR?
Las Piedras is served by 1 school district: Puerto Rico Department of Education.
What is the education level in Las Piedras, PR?
According to Census data, 29% of adults in Las Piedras have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Las Piedras, PR?
The median household income in Las Piedras is approximately $25,662 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Las Piedras, PR?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Las Piedras 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 Las Piedras, 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.