For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 641 students in 00729, PR.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 00729, PR are Antonio R. Barcelo and Jose Calzada Ferrer. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 00729 have an average math proficiency score of 9% (versus the Puerto Rico public elementary school average of 25%), and reading proficiency score of 19% (versus the 36% statewide average). Elementary schools in 00729, PR have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% 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 00729, PR Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Antonio R. Barcelo
(Math: 10% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
Calle Palmer Final
Canovanas, PR 00729
(787) 876-4055
Canovanas, PR 00729
(787) 876-4055
Gr: K-8 | 414 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1
Rank: #22.
Jose Calzada Ferrer
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
Carr 185 Km 5 Hm 5 Bo Campo Ri
Canovanas, PR 00729
(787) 876-4359
Canovanas, PR 00729
(787) 876-4359
Gr: PK-8 | 227 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 00729, PR?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 00729, PR include Antonio R. Barcelo and Jose Calzada Ferrer.
How many public elementary schools are located in 00729?
2 public elementary schools are located in 00729.
What is the racial composition of students in 00729?
00729 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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