Best Schools in Ponce, PR
38 schools · 21 Elementary · 8 Middle · 8 High · 1 Other
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Use this page to compare every school in Ponce by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Dr. Pedro Albizu Campos Ponce
High · Puerto Rico Department of Education. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Librado Net
Elementary · Puerto Rico Department of Education. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Capitanejo
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 Ponce for 2026 are Dr. Pedro Albizu Campos Ponce (9.6/10), Librado Net (9.1/10), and Capitanejo (9.0/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 38 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
38
in this city
Avg Score
6.6
out of 10
Median Home
$99,200
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
38
in this city
Avg Score
6.6
out of 10
Median Home
$99,200
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Ponce
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (38 of 38). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Dr. Pedro Albizu Campos Ponce | 9.6 / 10 |
| 2 | Librado Net | 9.1 / 10 |
| 3 | Capitanejo | 9.0 / 10 |
| 4 | Herminia Garcia | 8.8 / 10 |
| 5 | Juan Cuevas Aboy | 8.7 / 10 |
| 6 | Llanos Del Sur | 8.7 / 10 |
| 7 | Abraham Lincoln Ponce | 8.6 / 10 |
| 8 | Rodulfo Del Valle | 8.4 / 10 |
| 9 | Carmen Sola De Pedreira | 8.3 / 10 |
| 10 | Santa Teresita | 8.2 / 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
- 6.6/10
- Median household income
- $19,874
- Median home value
- $99,200
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 24%
- Avg commute
- 25 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 79%
45% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Ponce compares
Puerto Rico rank
#25 of 77
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+0.3
above Puerto Rico avg (6.3)
Median household income
$20k
82% of Puerto Rico median
Schools in this city
38
About Schools in Ponce, PR
Ponce, PR is home to 38 schools, including 38 public schools. The city's schools span 21 elementary schools, 8 middle schools, and 8 high schools.
With an average rating of 6.6 out of 10, schools in Ponce 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 Ponce is Dr. Pedro Albizu Campos Ponce with a composite score of 9.6/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Ponce is served by 1 school district: PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION. These districts collectively serve 240,910 students.
Ponce's community shows 24% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $19,874. The poverty rate in the area is 53.8%.
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
21 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 130 students · Pre-K–5th | 9.1 |
| 2 | 143 students · Kindergarten–5th | 9.0 |
| 3 | 474 students · Kindergarten–5th | 8.8 |
| 4 | 381 students · Kindergarten–5th | 8.7 |
| 5 | 264 students · Kindergarten–7th | 8.7 |
| 6 | 138 students · Kindergarten–5th | 8.6 |
| 7 | 209 students · Kindergarten–5th | 8.4 |
| 8 | 86 students · Kindergarten–5th | 8.3 |
| 9 | 242 students · Kindergarten–5th | 8.2 |
| 10 | 204 students · Kindergarten–5th | 7.9 |
Show all 21 elementary schools in Ponce
Middle Schools
8 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 278 students · 6th–8th | 5.9 |
| 2 | 158 students · 6th–8th | 5.9 |
| 3 | 156 students · 6th–8th | 5.8 |
| 4 | 236 students · 6th–8th | 5.2 |
| 5 | 340 students · 6th–8th | 5.2 |
| 6 | 297 students · 6th–8th | 5.2 |
| 7 | 221 students · 6th–8th | 4.8 |
| 8 | 81 students · 6th–8th | 3.5 |
High Schools
8 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 86 students · 9th–12th | 9.6 |
| 2 | 278 students · 9th–12th | 6.7 |
| 3 | 1,245 students · 8th–12th | 6.7 |
| 4 | 153 students · 9th–12th | 6.2 |
| 5 | 358 students · 9th–12th | 6.1 |
| 6 | 476 students · 9th–12th | 5.1 |
| 7 | 500 students · 7th–12th | 4.9 |
| 8 | 195 students · 9th–12th | 3.9 |
Other Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 170 students · Pre-K–12th | 7.0 |
Schools in Ponce
Ponce, PR · 38 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 4 ZIP codes
Median Income
$19,874
Median Home Value
$99,200
Median Rent
$590/mo
Population
63,158
College Educated
24%
Homeownership
79%
Avg Commute
25 min
Poverty Rate
53.8%
Community Profile
Ponce has a median household income of $19,874. It is a community where 24% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $99,200, with a median rent of $590/month. The area has a poverty rate of 53.8%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. The average commute for residents is 25 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- PR
- Elementary
- 21
- Middle
- 8
- High
- 8
- Other
- 1
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Ponce, PR
How many schools are in Ponce, PR?
Ponce has 38 schools, including 38 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Ponce, PR?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Ponce is 6.6 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 Ponce, PR?
The top-ranked school in Ponce on MySchoolScout is Dr. Pedro Albizu Campos Ponce with a composite score of 9.6/10.
What is the best elementary school in Ponce, PR?
The top-ranked elementary school in Ponce on MySchoolScout is Librado Net with a composite score of 9.1/10.
What is the best middle school in Ponce, PR?
The top-ranked middle school in Ponce on MySchoolScout is Hemeterio Colon with a composite score of 5.9/10.
What is the best high school in Ponce, PR?
The top-ranked high school in Ponce on MySchoolScout is Dr. Pedro Albizu Campos Ponce with a composite score of 9.6/10.
How many school districts serve Ponce, PR?
Ponce is served by 1 school district: Puerto Rico Department of Education.
What is the education level in Ponce, PR?
According to Census data, 24% of adults in Ponce have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Ponce, PR?
The median household income in Ponce is approximately $19,874 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Ponce, PR?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Ponce is 10.0:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Ponce, 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.