Best Schools in Mayaguez, PR
15 schools · 9 Elementary · 3 High · 3 Other
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Use this page to compare every school in Mayaguez by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Maria Luisa Arcelay
Elementary · Puerto Rico Department of Education. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Centro Residencial Oportunidades Educativas Mayaguez (croem)
High · Puerto Rico Department of Education. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Esteban Rosado Baez
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 Mayaguez for 2026 are Maria Luisa Arcelay (9.5/10), Centro Residencial Oportunidades Educativas Mayaguez (croem) (8.7/10), and Esteban Rosado Baez (8.0/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 15 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
15
in this city
Avg Score
6.0
out of 10
Median Home
$109,050
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
15
in this city
Avg Score
6.0
out of 10
Median Home
$109,050
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Mayaguez
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (15 of 15). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Maria Luisa Arcelay | 9.5 / 10 |
| 2 | Centro Residencial Oportunidades Educativas Mayaguez (croem) | 8.7 / 10 |
| 3 | Esteban Rosado Baez | 8.0 / 10 |
| 4 | Segundo Ruiz Belvis Mayaguez | 7.7 / 10 |
| 5 | Elvira Ruperto Quiles | 6.7 / 10 |
| 6 | Mariano Riera Palmer | 6.4 / 10 |
| 7 | Dr Pedro Perea Fajardo | 6.2 / 10 |
| 8 | Eugenio Maria De Hostos Mayaguez | 5.6 / 10 |
| 9 | Olga Mas Ramirez | 5.4 / 10 |
| 10 | Rafael Martinez Nadal Mayaguez | 4.9 / 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
- $17,962
- Median home value
- $109,050
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 28%
- Avg commute
- 21 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 50%
27% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Mayaguez compares
Puerto Rico rank
#57 of 77
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-0.4
below Puerto Rico avg (6.3)
Median household income
$18k
74% of Puerto Rico median
Schools in this city
15
About Schools in Mayaguez, PR
Mayaguez, PR is home to 15 schools, including 15 public schools. The city's schools span 9 elementary schools, , and 3 high schools.
With an average rating of 6.0 out of 10, schools in Mayaguez 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 Mayaguez is Maria Luisa Arcelay with a composite score of 9.5/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Mayaguez is served by 1 school district: PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION. These districts collectively serve 240,910 students.
Mayaguez's community shows 28% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $17,962. The poverty rate in the area is 53.3%.
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
9 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 65 students · Kindergarten–5th | 9.5 |
| 2 | 251 students · Kindergarten–8th | 8.0 |
| 3 | 186 students · Pre-K–5th | 7.7 |
| 4 | 210 students · Pre-K–8th | 6.7 |
| 5 | 216 students · Kindergarten–5th | 6.4 |
| 6 | 115 students · Kindergarten–5th | 5.4 |
| 7 | 176 students · Pre-K–5th | 4.9 |
| 8 | 246 students · Kindergarten–5th | 4.4 |
| 9 | 283 students · Kindergarten–8th | 3.0 |
High Schools
3 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 201 students · 9th–12th | 8.7 |
| 2 | 941 students · 9th–12th | 6.2 |
| 3 | 500 students · 9th–12th | 5.6 |
Other Schools
3 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 414 students · Kindergarten–11th | 4.8 |
| 2 | 340 students · Kindergarten–10th | 4.4 |
| 3 | 250 students · Pre-K–12th | 4.0 |
Schools in Mayaguez
Mayaguez, PR · 15 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 2 ZIP codes
Median Income
$17,962
Median Home Value
$109,050
Median Rent
$456/mo
Population
72,756
College Educated
28%
Homeownership
50%
Avg Commute
21 min
Poverty Rate
53.3%
Community Profile
Mayaguez has a median household income of $17,962. It is an area where 28% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $109,050, with a median rent of $456/month. The area has a poverty rate of 53.3%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. The average commute for residents is 21 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- PR
- Elementary
- 9
- High
- 3
- Other
- 3
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Common questions about schools in Mayaguez, PR
How many schools are in Mayaguez, PR?
Mayaguez has 15 schools, including 15 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Mayaguez, PR?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Mayaguez 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 Mayaguez, PR?
The top-ranked school in Mayaguez on MySchoolScout is Maria Luisa Arcelay with a composite score of 9.5/10.
What is the best elementary school in Mayaguez, PR?
The top-ranked elementary school in Mayaguez on MySchoolScout is Maria Luisa Arcelay with a composite score of 9.5/10.
What is the best high school in Mayaguez, PR?
The top-ranked high school in Mayaguez on MySchoolScout is Centro Residencial Oportunidades Educativas Mayaguez (croem) with a composite score of 8.7/10.
How many school districts serve Mayaguez, PR?
Mayaguez is served by 1 school district: Puerto Rico Department of Education.
What is the education level in Mayaguez, PR?
According to Census data, 28% of adults in Mayaguez have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Mayaguez, PR?
The median household income in Mayaguez is approximately $17,962 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Mayaguez, PR?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Mayaguez is 9.5:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Mayaguez, 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.