For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 493 students in 00738, PR.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 00738, PR are Josefina Ferrero and Antonio Valero Bernabe. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 00738 have an average math proficiency score of 4% (versus the Puerto Rico public middle school average of 17%), and reading proficiency score of 27% (versus the 33% statewide average). Middle schools in 00738, PR have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Puerto Rico public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the Puerto Rico public middle school average of 100% (majority Hispanic).
Best 00738, PR Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Josefina Ferrero
(Math: 3% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
Ave Conquistador Esq Urb Monte
Fajardo, PR 00738
(787) 863-6770
Fajardo, PR 00738
(787) 863-6770
Gr: 6-8 | 316 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1
Rank: #22.
Antonio Valero Bernabe
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
Ave General Valero Esq Calle 1
Fajardo, PR 00738
(787) 863-0024
Fajardo, PR 00738
(787) 863-0024
Gr: 6-8 | 177 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 00738, PR?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 00738, PR include Josefina Ferrero and Antonio Valero Bernabe.
How many public middle schools are located in 00738?
2 public middle schools are located in 00738.
What is the racial composition of students in 00738?
00738 public middle schools minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the Puerto Rico public middle schools average of 100% (majority Hispanic).
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