For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 609 students in 00617, PR.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 00617, PR are Vicente Acevedo Ballester and Hector M. Ruiz Martinez. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 00617 have an average math proficiency score of 11% (versus the Puerto Rico public middle school average of 17%), and reading proficiency score of 30% (versus the 33% statewide average). Middle schools in 00617, PR have an average ranking of 5/10, 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 00617, PR Public Middle Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Vicente Acevedo Ballester
(Math: 16% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
Carr 664 Km 1 Hm 0 Bo Magueyes
Barceloneta, PR 00617
(787) 846-3110
Barceloneta, PR 00617
(787) 846-3110
Gr: K-8 | 285 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1
Rank: #22.
Hector M. Ruiz Martinez
(Math: 7% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
Carr 140 Bo Llanadas
Barceloneta, PR 00617
(787) 846-2460
Barceloneta, PR 00617
(787) 846-2460
Gr: 6-9 | 324 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1
00617, Puerto Rico Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Carr 684 Km 15 Bo Palmas Altas
Barceloneta, PR 00617
(787) 846-4742
Barceloneta, PR 00617
(787) 846-4742
Gr: K-6 | 107 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1
Carr 140 Km 3 Hm 3 Bo Magueyes
Barceloneta, PR 00617
(787) 846-3171
Barceloneta, PR 00617
(787) 846-3171
Gr: 7-9 | 304 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1
Carr 2 Km 56 Hm 6 Bo Palenque
Barceloneta, PR 00617
(787) 846-5474
Barceloneta, PR 00617
(787) 846-5474
Gr: K-5 | 204 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1
Carr 682 Km 3 Hm 4 Bo Garrocha
Barceloneta, PR 00617
(787) 846-6509
Barceloneta, PR 00617
(787) 846-6509
Gr: PK-6 | 98 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 00617, PR?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 00617, PR include Vicente Acevedo Ballester and Hector M. Ruiz Martinez.
How many public middle schools are located in 00617?
2 public middle schools are located in 00617.
What is the racial composition of students in 00617?
00617 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).
Recent Articles
Can Your Child Get Into School Clubs and Activities?
Discover whether your child can access advertised school clubs and activities, including enrollment limits, tryouts, fees, transportation, scheduling conflicts, and essential questions parents should ask before choosing schools today.
Who Supervises Students When Their Teacher Is Out?
Discover who supervises students when regular teachers are absent, how schools arrange classroom coverage, what qualifications substitutes need, and which questions parents should ask about safety and learning continuity.
When the School Nurse Isn't There: Parent Guide
Learn what happens when school nurses are absent, how public schools handle medications and emergencies, and which essential questions parents should ask to protect their children's health and safety daily.