Best 00733 Puerto Rico Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 1,575 students in 00733, PR.
The top-ranked public schools in 00733, PR are Ramon Marin, Herminia Garcia and Ponce High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 00733 have an average math proficiency score of 41% (versus the Puerto Rico public school average of 24%), and reading proficiency score of 48% (versus the 35% statewide average). Schools in 00733, PR have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Puerto Rico public schools.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Puerto Rico public school average of 100% (majority Hispanic).

Best 00733, PR Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Ramon Marin
Special Education School
(Math: ≥90% | Reading: ≥95%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 1%
Ave Las Americas
Ponce, PR 00733
(787) 842-1371
Gr: PK-12 | 170 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #22.
Herminia Garcia
(Math: 60% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
Calle E9 Urb Glenview Garden
Ponce, PR 00733
(787) 840-6455
Gr: K-5 | 467 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: #33.
Ponce High School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
Calle Cristina #37
Ponce, PR 00733
(787) 842-4156
Gr: 9-12 | 441 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1
Rank: #44.
Lucy Grillasca
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
Ave Eduardo Ruberte Parque Ama
Ponce, PR 00733
(787) 842-4010
Gr: PK-8 | 497 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 99%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 00733, PR?
The top-ranked public schools in 00733, PR include Ramon Marin, Herminia Garcia and Ponce High School.
How many public schools are located in 00733?
4 public schools are located in 00733.
What is the racial composition of students in 00733?
00733 public schools minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Puerto Rico public schools average of 100% (majority Hispanic).

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