For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 635 students in 00979, PR.
The top-ranked public high schools in 00979, PR are Dr. Jose M. Lazaro and Petra Roman Vigo. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 00979 have an average math proficiency score of 3% (versus the Puerto Rico public high school average of 14%), and reading proficiency score of 25% (versus the 36% statewide average). High schools in 00979, PR have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Puerto Rico public high schools.
Minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the Puerto Rico public high school average of 100% (majority Hispanic).
Best 00979, PR Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Dr. Jose M. Lazaro
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
Ave El Comandante Urb Country
Carolina, PR 00979
(787) 769-3638
Carolina, PR 00979
(787) 769-3638
Gr: 9-12 | 219 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1
Rank: #22.
Petra Roman Vigo
(Math: 2% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
Carr. 887 Km. 3.5 Bo San Anton
Carolina, PR 00979
(787) 762-7385
Carolina, PR 00979
(787) 762-7385
Gr: 6-12 | 416 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 00979, PR?
The top-ranked public high schools in 00979, PR include Dr. Jose M. Lazaro and Petra Roman Vigo.
How many public high schools are located in 00979?
2 public high schools are located in 00979.
What is the racial composition of students in 00979?
00979 public high schools minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the Puerto Rico public high schools average of 100% (majority Hispanic).
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