For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 435 students in 00987, PR.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 00987, PR are Juana A. Mendez and Roberto Clemente. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 00987 have an average math proficiency score of 40% (versus the Puerto Rico public elementary school average of 25%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 36% statewide average). Elementary schools in 00987, PR have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Puerto Rico public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the Puerto Rico public elementary school average of 100% (majority Hispanic).
Best 00987, PR Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Juana A. Mendez
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
Urb Metropolis Calle 1 Final
Carolina, PR 00987
(787) 750-8954
Carolina, PR 00987
(787) 750-8954
Gr: PK-6 | 282 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #22.
Roberto Clemente
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
Calle Peru #5 Urb Rolling Hill
Carolina, PR 00987
(787) 276-4920
Carolina, PR 00987
(787) 276-4920
Gr: PK-5 | 153 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 00987, PR?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 00987, PR include Juana A. Mendez and Roberto Clemente.
How many public elementary schools are located in 00987?
2 public elementary schools are located in 00987.
What is the racial composition of students in 00987?
00987 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the Puerto Rico public elementary schools average of 100% (majority Hispanic).
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