Best Schools in Patillas, PR
6 schools · 2 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High · 2 Other
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Use this page to compare every school in Patillas by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Joaquin Parrilla
Elementary · Puerto Rico Department of Education. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Cecilio Lebron Ramos
Elementary · Puerto Rico Department of Education. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Maria Davila Semidey
Other · 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 Patillas for 2026 are Joaquin Parrilla (8.8/10), Cecilio Lebron Ramos (8.1/10), and Maria Davila Semidey (7.3/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 6 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
6
in this city
Avg Score
7.0
out of 10
Median Home
$89,000
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
6
in this city
Avg Score
7.0
out of 10
Median Home
$89,000
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Patillas
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (6 of 6). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Joaquin Parrilla | 8.8 / 10 |
| 2 | Cecilio Lebron Ramos | 8.1 / 10 |
| 3 | Maria Davila Semidey | 7.3 / 10 |
| 4 | Guillermo Riefkohl | 6.5 / 10 |
| 5 | Rafaelina E. Lebron Flores | 5.9 / 10 |
| 6 | Josefina Munoz De Bernier | 5.2 / 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
- 7.0/10
- Median household income
- $23,599
- Median home value
- $89,000
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 22%
- Avg commute
- 31 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 70%
50% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Patillas compares
Puerto Rico rank
#12 of 77
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+0.6
above Puerto Rico avg (6.3)
Median household income
$24k
97% of Puerto Rico median
Schools in this city
6
About Schools in Patillas, PR
Patillas, PR is home to 6 schools, including 6 public schools. The city's schools span 2 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 7.0 out of 10, schools in Patillas 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 Patillas is Joaquin Parrilla with a composite score of 8.8/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Patillas is served by 1 school district: PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION. These districts collectively serve 240,910 students.
Patillas's community shows 22% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $23,599. The poverty rate in the area is 47.6%.
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
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 240 students · Kindergarten–8th | 8.8 |
| 2 | 233 students · Pre-K–5th | 8.1 |
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 178 students · 6th–8th | 5.2 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 227 students · 9th–12th | 5.9 |
Other Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 249 students · Kindergarten–11th | 7.3 |
| 2 | 181 students · Pre-K–9th | 6.5 |
Schools in Patillas
Patillas, PR · 6 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$23,599
Median Home Value
$89,000
Median Rent
$515/mo
Population
15,835
College Educated
22%
Homeownership
70%
Avg Commute
31 min
Poverty Rate
47.6%
Community Profile
Patillas has a median household income of $23,599. It is a community where 22% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $89,000, with a median rent of $515/month. The area has a poverty rate of 47.6%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. The average commute for residents is 31 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- PR
- Elementary
- 2
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 1
- Other
- 2
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Patillas, PR
How many schools are in Patillas, PR?
Patillas has 6 schools, including 6 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Patillas, PR?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Patillas 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 Patillas, PR?
The top-ranked school in Patillas on MySchoolScout is Joaquin Parrilla with a composite score of 8.8/10.
What is the best elementary school in Patillas, PR?
The top-ranked elementary school in Patillas on MySchoolScout is Joaquin Parrilla with a composite score of 8.8/10.
What is the best middle school in Patillas, PR?
The top-ranked middle school in Patillas on MySchoolScout is Josefina Munoz De Bernier with a composite score of 5.2/10.
What is the best high school in Patillas, PR?
The top-ranked high school in Patillas on MySchoolScout is Rafaelina E. Lebron Flores with a composite score of 5.9/10.
How many school districts serve Patillas, PR?
Patillas is served by 1 school district: Puerto Rico Department of Education.
What is the education level in Patillas, PR?
According to Census data, 22% of adults in Patillas have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Patillas, PR?
The median household income in Patillas is approximately $23,599 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Patillas, PR?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Patillas is 8.9:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Patillas, 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.