Best Schools in Toa Baja, PR
18 schools · 12 Elementary · 1 Middle · 4 High · 1 Other
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Use this page to compare every school in Toa Baja by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Carmen Barroso Morales
Elementary · Puerto Rico Department of Education. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Maria J. Corredor Rivera
Elementary · Puerto Rico Department of Education. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Dr. Efrain Sanchez Hidalgo Toa Baja
Elementary · Puerto Rico Department of Education. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Toa Baja for 2026 are Carmen Barroso Morales (9.8/10), Maria J. Corredor Rivera (9.3/10), and Dr. Efrain Sanchez Hidalgo Toa Baja (8.6/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 18 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
18
in this city
Avg Score
6.6
out of 10
Median Home
$126,150
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
18
in this city
Avg Score
6.6
out of 10
Median Home
$126,150
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Toa Baja
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (18 of 18). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Carmen Barroso Morales | 9.8 / 10 |
| 2 | Maria J. Corredor Rivera | 9.3 / 10 |
| 3 | Dr. Efrain Sanchez Hidalgo Toa Baja | 8.6 / 10 |
| 4 | Delia Davila De Caban | 8.4 / 10 |
| 5 | Intermedia Bo. Quebrada Arenas | 8.3 / 10 |
| 6 | Jose Robles Otero | 8.2 / 10 |
| 7 | Ernestina Bracero | 8.2 / 10 |
| 8 | Jose Nevarez Lopez | 7.2 / 10 |
| 9 | Jacinto Lopez Martinez | 6.5 / 10 |
| 10 | Adolfina Irizarry De Puig | 6.3 / 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
- $27,230
- Median home value
- $126,150
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 25%
- Avg commute
- 31 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 60%
44% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Toa Baja compares
Puerto Rico rank
#27 of 77
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+0.2
above Puerto Rico avg (6.3)
Median household income
$27k
112% of Puerto Rico median
Schools in this city
18
About Schools in Toa Baja, PR
Toa Baja, PR is home to 18 schools, including 18 public schools. The city's schools span 12 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 4 high schools.
With an average rating of 6.6 out of 10, schools in Toa Baja 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 Toa Baja is Carmen Barroso Morales with a composite score of 9.8/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Toa Baja is served by 1 school district: PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION. These districts collectively serve 240,910 students.
Toa Baja's community shows 25% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $27,230. The poverty rate in the area is 41.2%.
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
12 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 243 students · Kindergarten–5th | 9.8 |
| 2 | 152 students · Kindergarten–5th | 9.3 |
| 3 | 280 students · Pre-K–7th | 8.6 |
| 4 | 231 students · Pre-K–6th | 8.4 |
| 5 | 514 students · Kindergarten–8th | 8.3 |
| 6 | 111 students · Pre-K–5th | 8.2 |
| 7 | 251 students · Pre-K–8th | 8.2 |
| 8 | 146 students · Pre-K–5th | 7.2 |
| 9 | 251 students · Pre-K–5th | 6.5 |
| 10 | 429 students · Kindergarten–8th | 6.2 |
Show all 12 elementary schools in Toa Baja
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 358 students · 6th–11th | 5.3 |
High Schools
4 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 404 students · 5th–12th | 6.3 |
| 2 | 623 students · 6th–12th | 5.2 |
| 3 | 275 students · 9th–12th | 4.3 |
| 4 | 554 students · 6th–12th | 4.1 |
Other Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 167 students · Kindergarten–9th | 3.9 |
Schools in Toa Baja
Toa Baja, PR · 18 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 5 ZIP codes
Median Income
$27,230
Median Home Value
$126,150
Median Rent
$631/mo
Population
122,425
College Educated
25%
Homeownership
60%
Avg Commute
31 min
Poverty Rate
41.2%
Community Profile
Toa Baja has a median household income of $27,230. It is an area where 25% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $126,150, with a median rent of $631/month. The area has a poverty rate of 41.2%, 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
- 12
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 4
- Other
- 1
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Toa Baja, PR
How many schools are in Toa Baja, PR?
Toa Baja has 18 schools, including 18 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Toa Baja, PR?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Toa Baja 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 Toa Baja, PR?
The top-ranked school in Toa Baja on MySchoolScout is Carmen Barroso Morales with a composite score of 9.8/10.
What is the best elementary school in Toa Baja, PR?
The top-ranked elementary school in Toa Baja on MySchoolScout is Carmen Barroso Morales with a composite score of 9.8/10.
What is the best middle school in Toa Baja, PR?
The top-ranked middle school in Toa Baja on MySchoolScout is Basilio Milan Hernandez with a composite score of 5.3/10.
What is the best high school in Toa Baja, PR?
The top-ranked high school in Toa Baja on MySchoolScout is Adolfina Irizarry De Puig with a composite score of 6.3/10.
How many school districts serve Toa Baja, PR?
Toa Baja is served by 1 school district: Puerto Rico Department of Education.
What is the education level in Toa Baja, PR?
According to Census data, 25% of adults in Toa Baja have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Toa Baja, PR?
The median household income in Toa Baja is approximately $27,230 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Toa Baja, PR?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Toa Baja is 8.8:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Toa Baja, 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.