Best Schools in Yauco, PR
15 schools · 10 Elementary · 2 Middle · 3 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Yauco by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.
Benicia Velez
Elementary · Puerto Rico Department of Education. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Profesora Luisa Monsegur Velez
Elementary · Puerto Rico Department of Education. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Ernesto Ramos Antonini Yauco
High · 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 Yauco for 2026 are Benicia Velez (9.4/10), Profesora Luisa Monsegur Velez (9.3/10), and Ernesto Ramos Antonini Yauco (9.3/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 15 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
7.3
out of 10
Median Home
$99,100
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
15
in this city
Avg Score
7.3
out of 10
Median Home
$99,100
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Yauco
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (15 of 15). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Benicia Velez | 9.4 / 10 |
| 2 | Profesora Luisa Monsegur Velez | 9.3 / 10 |
| 3 | Ernesto Ramos Antonini Yauco | 9.3 / 10 |
| 4 | Ines Maria Mendoza Yauco | 9.3 / 10 |
| 5 | Arturo Lluberas | 8.6 / 10 |
| 6 | Almacigo Alto II | 8.2 / 10 |
| 7 | Santiago Negroni | 8.0 / 10 |
| 8 | Luis Munoz Rivera Yauco | 7.7 / 10 |
| 9 | Luis A. Ferre Aguayo | 7.1 / 10 |
| 10 | Loaiza Cordero Del Rosario | 6.2 / 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
- 7.3/10
- Median household income
- $21,921
- Median home value
- $99,100
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 27%
- Avg commute
- 20 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 74%
60% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Yauco compares
Puerto Rico rank
#3 of 77
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+1.0
above Puerto Rico avg (6.3)
Median household income
$22k
90% of Puerto Rico median
Schools in this city
15
About Schools in Yauco, PR
Yauco, PR is home to 15 schools, including 15 public schools. The city's schools span 10 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 3 high schools.
With an average rating of 7.3 out of 10, schools in Yauco perform strongly 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 Yauco is Benicia Velez with a composite score of 9.4/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Yauco is served by 1 school district: PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION. These districts collectively serve 240,910 students.
Yauco's community shows 27% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $21,921. 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
10 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 123 students · Kindergarten–5th | 9.4 |
| 2 | 256 students · Pre-K–8th | 9.3 |
| 3 | 174 students · Pre-K–5th | 9.3 |
| 4 | 96 students · Kindergarten–5th | 8.6 |
| 5 | 105 students · Kindergarten–5th | 8.2 |
| 6 | 252 students · Kindergarten–5th | 8.0 |
| 7 | 151 students · Kindergarten–6th | 7.7 |
| 8 | 78 students · Pre-K–6th | 7.1 |
| 9 | 82 students · Kindergarten–8th | 6.2 |
| 10 | 99 students · Kindergarten–8th | 3.9 |
Middle Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 215 students · 6th–8th | 5.8 |
| 2 | 251 students · 6th–8th | 4.5 |
High Schools
3 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 328 students · 6th–12th | 9.3 |
| 2 | 207 students · 9th–12th | 6.2 |
| 3 | 1,088 students · 8th–12th | 6.0 |
Schools in Yauco
Yauco, PR · 15 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$21,921
Median Home Value
$99,100
Median Rent
$521/mo
Population
32,945
College Educated
27%
Homeownership
74%
Avg Commute
20 min
Poverty Rate
44.8%
Community Profile
Yauco has a median household income of $21,921. It is an area where 27% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $99,100, with a median rent of $521/month. The area has a poverty rate of 44.8%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. The average commute for residents is 20 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- PR
- Elementary
- 10
- Middle
- 2
- High
- 3
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Yauco, PR
How many schools are in Yauco, PR?
Yauco has 15 schools, including 15 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Yauco, PR?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Yauco is 7.3 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 Yauco, PR?
The top-ranked school in Yauco on MySchoolScout is Benicia Velez with a composite score of 9.4/10.
What is the best elementary school in Yauco, PR?
The top-ranked elementary school in Yauco on MySchoolScout is Benicia Velez with a composite score of 9.4/10.
What is the best middle school in Yauco, PR?
The top-ranked middle school in Yauco on MySchoolScout is Elvira Vicente with a composite score of 5.8/10.
What is the best high school in Yauco, PR?
The top-ranked high school in Yauco on MySchoolScout is Ernesto Ramos Antonini Yauco with a composite score of 9.3/10.
How many school districts serve Yauco, PR?
Yauco is served by 1 school district: Puerto Rico Department of Education.
What is the education level in Yauco, PR?
According to Census data, 27% of adults in Yauco have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Yauco, PR?
The median household income in Yauco is approximately $21,921 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Yauco, PR?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Yauco is 9.1:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Yauco, 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.