Best Schools in Yabucoa, PR
15 schools · 11 Elementary · 1 Middle · 3 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Yabucoa by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Manuel Ortiz
Elementary · Puerto Rico Department of Education. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Jesus T. Sanabria Cruz
Elementary · Puerto Rico Department of Education. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Jose F. Cintron Y Anexo
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 Yabucoa for 2026 are Manuel Ortiz (8.9/10), Jesus T. Sanabria Cruz (8.3/10), and Jose F. Cintron Y Anexo (8.1/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 13 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
15
in this city
Avg Score
6.5
out of 10
Median Home
$96,600
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
15
in this city
Avg Score
6.5
out of 10
Median Home
$96,600
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Yabucoa
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (13 of 15). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Manuel Ortiz | 8.9 / 10 |
| 2 | Jesus T. Sanabria Cruz | 8.3 / 10 |
| 3 | Jose F. Cintron Y Anexo | 8.1 / 10 |
| 4 | Cristobal Del Campo | 7.8 / 10 |
| 5 | Marta Sanchez | 7.3 / 10 |
| 6 | Ramon Quinones Medina | 6.8 / 10 |
| 7 | Asuncion Lugo | 6.7 / 10 |
| 8 | Jaime C. Rodriguez | 6.2 / 10 |
| 9 | Andres Sandin Martinez | 5.8 / 10 |
| 10 | Teodoro Aguilar Mora | 5.2 / 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
- 6.5/10
- Median household income
- $21,414
- Median home value
- $96,600
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 18%
- Avg commute
- 27 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 71%
40% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Yabucoa compares
Puerto Rico rank
#38 of 77
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+0.1
above Puerto Rico avg (6.3)
Median household income
$21k
88% of Puerto Rico median
Schools in this city
15
About Schools in Yabucoa, PR
Yabucoa, PR is home to 15 schools, including 15 public schools. The city's schools span 11 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 3 high schools.
With an average rating of 6.5 out of 10, schools in Yabucoa 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 Yabucoa is Manuel Ortiz with a composite score of 8.9/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Yabucoa is served by 1 school district: PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION. These districts collectively serve 240,910 students.
Yabucoa's community shows 18% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $21,414. 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
11 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 194 students · Kindergarten–8th | 8.9 |
| 2 | 197 students · Pre-K–8th | 8.3 |
| 3 | 105 students · Kindergarten–5th | 8.1 |
| 4 | 181 students · Pre-K–5th | 7.8 |
| 5 | 137 students · Pre-K–5th | 7.3 |
| 6 | 292 students · Pre-K–7th | 7.3 |
| 7 | 193 students · Kindergarten–8th | 6.7 |
| 8 | 86 students · Kindergarten–5th | 6.6 |
| 9 | 144 students · Pre-K–6th | 6.2 |
| 10 | 492 students · Kindergarten–8th | 5.8 |
Show all 11 elementary schools in Yabucoa
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 101 students · 6th–9th | 4.2 |
High Schools
3 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 311 students · 8th–12th | 6.8 |
| 2 | 361 students · 8th–12th | 5.2 |
| 3 | 150 students · 6th–12th | 3.7 |
Schools in Yabucoa
Yabucoa, PR · 15 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$21,414
Median Home Value
$96,600
Median Rent
$500/mo
Population
30,453
College Educated
18%
Homeownership
71%
Avg Commute
27 min
Poverty Rate
49.1%
Community Profile
Yabucoa has a median household income of $21,414. It is a community where 18% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $96,600, with a median rent of $500/month. The area has a poverty rate of 49.1%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. The average commute for residents is 27 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- PR
- Elementary
- 11
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 3
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Yabucoa, PR
How many schools are in Yabucoa, PR?
Yabucoa has 15 schools, including 15 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Yabucoa, PR?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Yabucoa is 6.5 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 Yabucoa, PR?
The top-ranked school in Yabucoa on MySchoolScout is Manuel Ortiz with a composite score of 8.9/10.
What is the best elementary school in Yabucoa, PR?
The top-ranked elementary school in Yabucoa on MySchoolScout is Manuel Ortiz with a composite score of 8.9/10.
What is the best middle school in Yabucoa, PR?
The top-ranked middle school in Yabucoa on MySchoolScout is Rosa Costa Valdivieso with a composite score of 4.2/10.
What is the best high school in Yabucoa, PR?
The top-ranked high school in Yabucoa on MySchoolScout is Ramon Quinones Medina with a composite score of 6.8/10.
How many school districts serve Yabucoa, PR?
Yabucoa is served by 1 school district: Puerto Rico Department of Education.
What is the education level in Yabucoa, PR?
According to Census data, 18% of adults in Yabucoa have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Yabucoa, PR?
The median household income in Yabucoa is approximately $21,414 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Yabucoa, PR?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Yabucoa 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 Yabucoa, 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.