Best Schools in Trujillo Alto, PR
10 schools · 5 Elementary · 1 Middle · 3 High · 1 Other
Choosing a school in Trujillo Alto?
Use this page to compare every school in Trujillo Alto by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Elemental Bo. Quebrada Negrito
Elementary · Puerto Rico Department of Education. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
EL Conquistador
Elementary · Puerto Rico Department of Education. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Tulio Larrinaga
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 Trujillo Alto for 2026 are Elemental Bo. Quebrada Negrito (8.7/10), EL Conquistador (7.4/10), and Tulio Larrinaga (6.7/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 10 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
10
in this city
Avg Score
5.5
out of 10
Median Home
$175,300
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
10
in this city
Avg Score
5.5
out of 10
Median Home
$175,300
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Trujillo Alto
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (10 of 10). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Elemental Bo. Quebrada Negrito | 8.7 / 10 |
| 2 | EL Conquistador | 7.4 / 10 |
| 3 | Tulio Larrinaga | 6.7 / 10 |
| 4 | Jesus Silva | 6.0 / 10 |
| 5 | Andres Valcarcel | 5.5 / 10 |
| 6 | Medardo Carazo | 4.7 / 10 |
| 7 | Hermina Diaz Aponte | 4.5 / 10 |
| 8 | Venus Gardens | 4.2 / 10 |
| 9 | Fair View | 3.8 / 10 |
| 10 | Petra Zenon De Fabery | 3.5 / 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
- 5.5/10
- Median household income
- $38,815
- Median home value
- $175,300
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 45%
- Avg commute
- 30 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 73%
20% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Trujillo Alto compares
Puerto Rico rank
#71 of 77
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-0.8
below Puerto Rico avg (6.3)
Median household income
$39k
160% of Puerto Rico median
Schools in this city
10
About Schools in Trujillo Alto, PR
Trujillo Alto, PR is home to 10 schools, including 10 public schools. The city's schools span 5 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 3 high schools.
With an average rating of 5.5 out of 10, schools in Trujillo Alto 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 Trujillo Alto is Elemental Bo. Quebrada Negrito with a composite score of 8.7/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Trujillo Alto is served by 1 school district: PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION. These districts collectively serve 240,910 students.
Trujillo Alto's community shows 45% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $38,815. The poverty rate in the area is 27.9%.
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
5 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 254 students · Kindergarten–6th | 8.7 |
| 2 | 151 students · Kindergarten–5th | 7.4 |
| 3 | 183 students · Kindergarten–5th | 6.7 |
| 4 | 155 students · Pre-K–6th | 4.5 |
| 5 | 235 students · Pre-K–8th | 3.8 |
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 191 students · 6th–8th | 5.5 |
High Schools
3 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 333 students · 9th–12th | 4.7 |
| 2 | 487 students · 9th–12th | 4.2 |
| 3 | 276 students · 9th–12th | 3.5 |
Other Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 518 students · Kindergarten–9th | 6.0 |
Schools in Trujillo Alto
Trujillo Alto, PR · 10 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 2 ZIP codes
Median Income
$38,815
Median Home Value
$175,300
Median Rent
$661/mo
Population
154,614
College Educated
45%
Homeownership
73%
Avg Commute
30 min
Poverty Rate
27.9%
Community Profile
Trujillo Alto has a median household income of $38,815. It is a well-educated community where 45% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $175,300, with a median rent of $661/month. The area has a poverty rate of 27.9%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. The average commute for residents is 30 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- PR
- Elementary
- 5
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 3
- Other
- 1
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Trujillo Alto, PR
How many schools are in Trujillo Alto, PR?
Trujillo Alto has 10 schools, including 10 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Trujillo Alto, PR?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Trujillo Alto is 5.5 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 Trujillo Alto, PR?
The top-ranked school in Trujillo Alto on MySchoolScout is Elemental Bo. Quebrada Negrito with a composite score of 8.7/10.
What is the best elementary school in Trujillo Alto, PR?
The top-ranked elementary school in Trujillo Alto on MySchoolScout is Elemental Bo. Quebrada Negrito with a composite score of 8.7/10.
What is the best middle school in Trujillo Alto, PR?
The top-ranked middle school in Trujillo Alto on MySchoolScout is Andres Valcarcel with a composite score of 5.5/10.
What is the best high school in Trujillo Alto, PR?
The top-ranked high school in Trujillo Alto on MySchoolScout is Medardo Carazo with a composite score of 4.7/10.
How many school districts serve Trujillo Alto, PR?
Trujillo Alto is served by 1 school district: Puerto Rico Department of Education.
What is the education level in Trujillo Alto, PR?
According to Census data, 45% of adults in Trujillo Alto have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Trujillo Alto, PR?
The median household income in Trujillo Alto is approximately $38,815 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Trujillo Alto, PR?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Trujillo Alto is 10.3:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Trujillo Alto, 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.