Best Schools in Maricao, PR
4 schools · 3 Elementary · 1 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Maricao by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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La Carmen
Elementary · Puerto Rico Department of Education. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Indiera Fria
Elementary · Puerto Rico Department of Education. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Superior Nueva De Maricao
High · 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 Maricao for 2026 are La Carmen (8.6/10), Indiera Fria (8.1/10), and Superior Nueva De Maricao (5.7/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 4 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
4
in this city
Avg Score
6.4
out of 10
Median Home
$100,700
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
4
in this city
Avg Score
6.4
out of 10
Median Home
$100,700
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Maricao
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (4 of 4). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | La Carmen | 8.6 / 10 |
| 2 | Indiera Fria | 8.1 / 10 |
| 3 | Superior Nueva De Maricao | 5.7 / 10 |
| 4 | Raul Ybarra | 3.4 / 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
- 6.4/10
- Median household income
- $20,226
- Median home value
- $100,700
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 11%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 77%
50% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How Maricao compares
Puerto Rico rank
#42 of 77
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+0.1
above Puerto Rico avg (6.3)
Median household income
$20k
83% of Puerto Rico median
Schools in this city
4
About Schools in Maricao, PR
Maricao, PR is home to 4 schools, including 4 public schools. The city's schools span 3 elementary schools, , and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 6.4 out of 10, schools in Maricao 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 Maricao is La Carmen with a composite score of 8.6/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Maricao is served by 1 school district: PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION. These districts collectively serve 240,910 students.
Maricao's community shows 11% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $20,226. The poverty rate in the area is 54.9%.
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
3 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 64 students · Kindergarten–5th | 8.6 |
| 2 | 55 students · Pre-K–6th | 8.1 |
| 3 | 200 students · Kindergarten–8th | 3.4 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 161 students · 9th–12th | 5.7 |
Schools in Maricao
Maricao, PR · 4 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$20,226
Median Home Value
$100,700
Median Rent
$405/mo
Population
5,435
College Educated
11%
Homeownership
77%
Poverty Rate
54.9%
Community Profile
Maricao has a median household income of $20,226. It is a community where 11% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $100,700, with a median rent of $405/month. The area has a poverty rate of 54.9%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- PR
- Elementary
- 3
- High
- 1
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Common questions about schools in Maricao, PR
How many schools are in Maricao, PR?
Maricao has 4 schools, including 4 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Maricao, PR?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Maricao is 6.4 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 Maricao, PR?
The top-ranked school in Maricao on MySchoolScout is La Carmen with a composite score of 8.6/10.
What is the best elementary school in Maricao, PR?
The top-ranked elementary school in Maricao on MySchoolScout is La Carmen with a composite score of 8.6/10.
What is the best high school in Maricao, PR?
The top-ranked high school in Maricao on MySchoolScout is Superior Nueva De Maricao with a composite score of 5.7/10.
How many school districts serve Maricao, PR?
Maricao is served by 1 school district: Puerto Rico Department of Education.
What is the education level in Maricao, PR?
According to Census data, 11% of adults in Maricao have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Maricao, PR?
The median household income in Maricao is approximately $20,226 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Maricao, PR?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Maricao is 6.9:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Maricao, 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.