Best Schools in Vega Baja, PR
11 schools · 5 Elementary · 3 High · 3 Other
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Use this page to compare every school in Vega Baja by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Rafael Hernandez Vega Baja
Elementary · Puerto Rico Department of Education. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Brigida Alvarez Rodriguez
Other · Puerto Rico Department of Education. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Agapito Rosario Rosario
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 Baja for 2026 are Rafael Hernandez Vega Baja (8.4/10), Brigida Alvarez Rodriguez (8.2/10), and Agapito Rosario Rosario (7.5/10), 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
11
in this city
Avg Score
5.6
out of 10
Median Home
$117,900
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
11
in this city
Avg Score
5.6
out of 10
Median Home
$117,900
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Vega Baja
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (10 of 11). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Rafael Hernandez Vega Baja | 8.4 / 10 |
| 2 | Brigida Alvarez Rodriguez | 8.2 / 10 |
| 3 | Agapito Rosario Rosario | 7.5 / 10 |
| 4 | Almirante Norte | 6.5 / 10 |
| 5 | Lino Padro Rivera | 5.6 / 10 |
| 6 | San Vicente | 5.1 / 10 |
| 7 | Juan Quirindongo Morell | 5.0 / 10 |
| 8 | Centro De Adiestramiento | 4.1 / 10 |
| 9 | Manuel Martinez Davila | 3.8 / 10 |
| 10 | Angel Sandin Martinez | 3.2 / 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
- 5.6/10
- Median household income
- $20,005
- Median home value
- $117,900
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 18%
- Avg commute
- 29 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 87%
27% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Vega Baja compares
Puerto Rico rank
#67 of 77
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-0.7
below Puerto Rico avg (6.3)
Median household income
$20k
82% of Puerto Rico median
Schools in this city
11
About Schools in Vega Baja, PR
Vega Baja, PR is home to 11 schools, including 11 public schools. The city's schools span 5 elementary schools, , and 3 high schools.
With an average rating of 5.6 out of 10, schools in Vega 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 Vega Baja is Rafael Hernandez Vega Baja with a composite score of 8.4/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Vega Baja is served by 1 school district: PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION. These districts collectively serve 240,910 students.
Vega Baja's community shows 18% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $20,005. The poverty rate in the area is 44.8%.
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
5 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 252 students · Kindergarten–5th | 8.4 |
| 2 | 269 students · Pre-K–5th | 7.5 |
| 3 | 424 students · Pre-K–8th | 6.5 |
| 4 | 272 students · Kindergarten–5th | 5.1 |
| 5 | 163 students · Kindergarten–3rd | 4.2 |
High Schools
3 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 718 students · 8th–12th | 5.6 |
| 2 | 380 students · 7th–12th | 5.0 |
| 3 | 57 students · 7th–12th | 4.1 |
Other Schools
3 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 511 students · Kindergarten–12th | 8.2 |
| 2 | 439 students · Kindergarten–11th | 3.8 |
| 3 | 278 students · 4th–9th | 3.2 |
Schools in Vega Baja
Vega Baja, PR · 11 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 2 ZIP codes
Median Income
$20,005
Median Home Value
$117,900
Median Rent
$600/mo
Population
55,850
College Educated
18%
Homeownership
87%
Avg Commute
29 min
Poverty Rate
44.8%
Community Profile
Vega Baja has a median household income of $20,005. It is a community where 18% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $117,900, with a median rent of $600/month. The area has a poverty rate of 44.8%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. The average commute for residents is 29 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- PR
- Elementary
- 5
- High
- 3
- Other
- 3
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Vega Baja, PR
How many schools are in Vega Baja, PR?
Vega Baja has 11 schools, including 11 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Vega Baja, PR?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Vega Baja is 5.6 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 Baja, PR?
The top-ranked school in Vega Baja on MySchoolScout is Rafael Hernandez Vega Baja with a composite score of 8.4/10.
What is the best elementary school in Vega Baja, PR?
The top-ranked elementary school in Vega Baja on MySchoolScout is Rafael Hernandez Vega Baja with a composite score of 8.4/10.
What is the best high school in Vega Baja, PR?
The top-ranked high school in Vega Baja on MySchoolScout is Lino Padro Rivera with a composite score of 5.6/10.
How many school districts serve Vega Baja, PR?
Vega Baja is served by 1 school district: Puerto Rico Department of Education.
What is the education level in Vega Baja, PR?
According to Census data, 18% of adults in Vega Baja have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Vega Baja, PR?
The median household income in Vega Baja is approximately $20,005 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Vega Baja, PR?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Vega Baja is 10.8:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Vega 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.