Best Schools in Vega Alta, PR
10 schools · 7 Elementary · 1 Middle · 2 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Vega Alta by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Ignacio Miranda
Elementary · Puerto Rico Department of Education. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Rafael Hernandez Vega Alta
Elementary · Puerto Rico Department of Education. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Antonio Paoli Vega Alta
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 Vega Alta for 2026 are Ignacio Miranda (9.4/10), Rafael Hernandez Vega Alta (9.3/10), and Antonio Paoli Vega Alta (8.7/10), 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
6.6
out of 10
Median Home
$136,500
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
10
in this city
Avg Score
6.6
out of 10
Median Home
$136,500
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Vega Alta
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 | Ignacio Miranda | 9.4 / 10 |
| 2 | Rafael Hernandez Vega Alta | 9.3 / 10 |
| 3 | Antonio Paoli Vega Alta | 8.7 / 10 |
| 4 | Elisa Davila Vazquez | 7.0 / 10 |
| 5 | Jose Pagan De Jesus | 6.9 / 10 |
| 6 | Superior Ileana De Gracia | 5.7 / 10 |
| 7 | Elemental Urbana De Vega Alta | 5.4 / 10 |
| 8 | Ladislao Martinez | 5.4 / 10 |
| 9 | Apolo San Antonio | 4.7 / 10 |
| 10 | Francisco Felicie Martinez | 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
- 6.6/10
- Median household income
- $25,486
- Median home value
- $136,500
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 26%
- Avg commute
- 33 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 68%
40% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Vega Alta compares
Puerto Rico rank
#26 of 77
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+0.3
above Puerto Rico avg (6.3)
Median household income
$25k
105% of Puerto Rico median
Schools in this city
10
About Schools in Vega Alta, PR
Vega Alta, PR is home to 10 schools, including 10 public schools. The city's schools span 7 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 2 high schools.
With an average rating of 6.6 out of 10, schools in Vega Alta 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 Vega Alta is Ignacio Miranda with a composite score of 9.4/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Vega Alta is served by 1 school district: PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION. These districts collectively serve 240,910 students.
Vega Alta's community shows 26% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $25,486. The poverty rate in the area is 40.6%.
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
7 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 222 students · Kindergarten–5th | 9.4 |
| 2 | 241 students · Kindergarten–5th | 9.3 |
| 3 | 81 students · 2nd–6th | 8.7 |
| 4 | 173 students · Kindergarten–5th | 7.0 |
| 5 | 375 students · Kindergarten–8th | 6.9 |
| 6 | 202 students · Pre-K–5th | 5.4 |
| 7 | 391 students · Kindergarten–8th | 3.5 |
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 357 students · 5th–8th | 4.7 |
High Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 348 students · 9th–12th | 5.7 |
| 2 | 449 students · 8th–12th | 5.4 |
Schools in Vega Alta
Vega Alta, PR · 10 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$25,486
Median Home Value
$136,500
Median Rent
$667/mo
Population
32,717
College Educated
26%
Homeownership
68%
Avg Commute
33 min
Poverty Rate
40.6%
Community Profile
Vega Alta has a median household income of $25,486. It is an area where 26% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $136,500, with a median rent of $667/month. The area has a poverty rate of 40.6%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. The average commute for residents is 33 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- PR
- Elementary
- 7
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 2
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Vega Alta, PR
How many schools are in Vega Alta, PR?
Vega Alta has 10 schools, including 10 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Vega Alta, PR?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Vega Alta 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 Vega Alta, PR?
The top-ranked school in Vega Alta on MySchoolScout is Ignacio Miranda with a composite score of 9.4/10.
What is the best elementary school in Vega Alta, PR?
The top-ranked elementary school in Vega Alta on MySchoolScout is Ignacio Miranda with a composite score of 9.4/10.
What is the best middle school in Vega Alta, PR?
The top-ranked middle school in Vega Alta on MySchoolScout is Apolo San Antonio with a composite score of 4.7/10.
What is the best high school in Vega Alta, PR?
The top-ranked high school in Vega Alta on MySchoolScout is Superior Ileana De Gracia with a composite score of 5.7/10.
How many school districts serve Vega Alta, PR?
Vega Alta is served by 1 school district: Puerto Rico Department of Education.
What is the education level in Vega Alta, PR?
According to Census data, 26% of adults in Vega Alta have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Vega Alta, PR?
The median household income in Vega Alta is approximately $25,486 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Vega Alta, PR?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Vega Alta is 9.8:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Vega Alta, 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.