Best Schools in Salinas, PR
9 schools · 4 Elementary · 1 Middle · 2 High · 2 Other
Choosing a school in Salinas?
Use this page to compare every school in Salinas by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Felix Garay Ortiz
Elementary · Puerto Rico Department of Education. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Intermedia Coqui
Elementary · Puerto Rico Department of Education. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Elemental Urbana Salinas
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 Salinas for 2026 are Felix Garay Ortiz (9.5/10), Intermedia Coqui (9.1/10), and Elemental Urbana Salinas (8.5/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 9 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
9
in this city
Avg Score
6.6
out of 10
Median Home
$89,600
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
9
in this city
Avg Score
6.6
out of 10
Median Home
$89,600
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Salinas
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (9 of 9). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Felix Garay Ortiz | 9.5 / 10 |
| 2 | Intermedia Coqui | 9.1 / 10 |
| 3 | Elemental Urbana Salinas | 8.5 / 10 |
| 4 | Jose Padin | 7.6 / 10 |
| 5 | Eugenio Guerra Cruz | 6.8 / 10 |
| 6 | Stella Marquez | 4.9 / 10 |
| 7 | Las Mareas | 4.8 / 10 |
| 8 | Superior Urbana De Salinas | 4.0 / 10 |
| 9 | Antonio Ledee Colon | 3.9 / 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
- 6.6/10
- Median household income
- $20,947
- Median home value
- $89,600
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 20%
- Avg commute
- 25 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 77%
44% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Salinas compares
Puerto Rico rank
#29 of 77
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+0.2
above Puerto Rico avg (6.3)
Median household income
$21k
86% of Puerto Rico median
Schools in this city
9
About Schools in Salinas, PR
Salinas, PR is home to 9 schools, including 9 public schools. The city's schools span 4 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 2 high schools.
With an average rating of 6.6 out of 10, schools in Salinas 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 Salinas is Felix Garay Ortiz with a composite score of 9.5/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Salinas is served by 1 school district: PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION. These districts collectively serve 240,910 students.
Salinas's community shows 20% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $20,947. The poverty rate in the area is 49.1%.
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
4 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 176 students · Kindergarten–5th | 9.5 |
| 2 | 248 students · Kindergarten–5th | 9.1 |
| 3 | 208 students · Pre-K–5th | 8.5 |
| 4 | 114 students · Kindergarten–5th | 4.8 |
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 192 students · 6th–8th | 3.9 |
High Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 316 students · 6th–12th | 6.8 |
| 2 | 274 students · 8th–12th | 4.0 |
Other Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 161 students · Kindergarten–9th | 7.6 |
| 2 | 545 students · 4th–12th | 4.9 |
Schools in Salinas
Salinas, PR · 9 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$20,947
Median Home Value
$89,600
Median Rent
$449/mo
Population
19,596
College Educated
20%
Homeownership
77%
Avg Commute
25 min
Poverty Rate
49.1%
Community Profile
Salinas has a median household income of $20,947. It is a community where 20% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $89,600, with a median rent of $449/month. The area has a poverty rate of 49.1%, 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
- 4
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 2
- Other
- 2
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How we rate schools
A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.
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Common questions about schools in Salinas, PR
How many schools are in Salinas, PR?
Salinas has 9 schools, including 9 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Salinas, PR?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Salinas 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 Salinas, PR?
The top-ranked school in Salinas on MySchoolScout is Felix Garay Ortiz with a composite score of 9.5/10.
What is the best elementary school in Salinas, PR?
The top-ranked elementary school in Salinas on MySchoolScout is Felix Garay Ortiz with a composite score of 9.5/10.
What is the best middle school in Salinas, PR?
The top-ranked middle school in Salinas on MySchoolScout is Antonio Ledee Colon with a composite score of 3.9/10.
What is the best high school in Salinas, PR?
The top-ranked high school in Salinas on MySchoolScout is Eugenio Guerra Cruz with a composite score of 6.8/10.
How many school districts serve Salinas, PR?
Salinas is served by 1 school district: Puerto Rico Department of Education.
What is the education level in Salinas, PR?
According to Census data, 20% of adults in Salinas have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Salinas, PR?
The median household income in Salinas is approximately $20,947 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Salinas, PR?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Salinas is 9.6:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Salinas, 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.