Best Schools in Ponce, PR
38 schools · 21 Elementary · 8 Middle · 8 High · 1 Other
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Median household income
- $19,874
- Median home value
- $99,200
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 24%
- Avg commute
- 25 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 79%
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Ponce compares
Median household income
$20k
82% of Puerto Rico median
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.
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 | 122 students · Kindergarten–5th | — |
| 2 | 204 students · Kindergarten–5th | — |
| 3 | 130 students · Pre-K–5th | — |
| 4 | 169 students · Kindergarten–5th | — |
| 5 | 366 students · Kindergarten–8th | — |
| 6 | 138 students · Kindergarten–5th | — |
| 7 | 229 students · Kindergarten–5th | — |
| 8 | 444 students · Pre-K–5th | — |
| 9 | 99 students · Kindergarten–5th | — |
| 10 | 182 students · Kindergarten–8th | — |
| 11 | 143 students · Kindergarten–5th | — |
| 12 | 206 students · Kindergarten–8th | — |
| 13 | 498 students · Pre-K–8th | — |
| 14 | 426 students · Pre-K–8th | — |
| 15 | 209 students · Kindergarten–5th | — |
| 16 | 474 students · Kindergarten–5th | — |
| 17 | 381 students · Kindergarten–5th | — |
| 18 | 264 students · Kindergarten–7th | — |
| 19 | 115 students · Kindergarten–5th | — |
| 20 | 242 students · Kindergarten–5th | — |
| 21 | 86 students · Kindergarten–5th | — |
Middle Schools
8 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 81 students · 6th–8th | — |
| 2 | 278 students · 6th–8th | — |
| 3 | 156 students · 6th–8th | — |
| 4 | 158 students · 6th–8th | — |
| 5 | 236 students · 6th–8th | — |
| 6 | 340 students · 6th–8th | — |
| 7 | 297 students · 6th–8th | — |
| 8 | 221 students · 6th–8th | — |
High Schools
8 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 278 students · 9th–12th | — |
| 2 | 500 students · 7th–12th | — |
| 3 | 195 students · 9th–12th | — |
| 4 | 1,245 students · 8th–12th | — |
| 5 | 358 students · 9th–12th | — |
| 6 | 153 students · 9th–12th | — |
| 7 | 476 students · 9th–12th | — |
| 8 | 86 students · 9th–12th | — |
Other Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 170 students · Pre-K–12th | — |
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.
Quick Facts
- State
- PR
- Total Schools
- 38
- Elementary
- 21
- Middle
- 8
- High
- 8
- Districts
- 1
- Avg Rating
- Pending
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How We Rate Schools
Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.
Read our full methodologyFrequently Asked Questions
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.
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 based on four components: Academic Achievement, Student Growth, Equity, and School Environment.
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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.