For the 2026 school year, there are 10 public schools serving 2,482 students in 00623, PR.
The top-ranked public schools in 00623, PR are Sebastian Pabon Alves, James Garfield and Carmen Vignals Rosario. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 00623 have an average math proficiency score of 19% (versus the Puerto Rico public school average of 24%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 36% statewide average). Schools in 00623, PR have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Puerto Rico public schools.
Minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the Puerto Rico public school average of 100% (majority Hispanic).
Best 00623, PR Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Sebastian Pabon Alves
(Math: ≥90% | Reading: 60-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
Carr 301 Km 7 Hm 4 Sect Corozo
Cabo Rojo, PR 00623
(787) 255-6705
Cabo Rojo, PR 00623
(787) 255-6705
Gr: K-5 | 56 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1
Rank: #22.
James Garfield
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
Carr 103 Km 7 Hm 1 Bo Pedernal
Cabo Rojo, PR 00623
(787) 851-1825
Cabo Rojo, PR 00623
(787) 851-1825
Gr: K-12 | 207 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1
Rank: #33.
Carmen Vignals Rosario
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
Carr 101 Km 18 Hm 5 Bo Boquero
Cabo Rojo, PR 00623
(787) 851-1047
Cabo Rojo, PR 00623
(787) 851-1047
Gr: PK-8 | 214 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1
Rank: #44.
Federico Degetau Cabo Rojo
(Math: 17% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
Carr 103 Km 11 Hm 9 Bo Boquero
Cabo Rojo, PR 00623
(787) 851-3383
Cabo Rojo, PR 00623
(787) 851-3383
Gr: K-8 | 219 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1
Rank: #55.
Monserrate Leon Irizarry
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
Carr 101 Km 18 Hm 2
Cabo Rojo, PR 00623
(787) 255-2720
Cabo Rojo, PR 00623
(787) 255-2720
Gr: 9-12 | 363 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1
Rank: #66.
Severo E. Colberg Ramirez
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
102 Ave Pedro Albizu Campos
Cabo Rojo, PR 00623
(787) 821-7322
Cabo Rojo, PR 00623
(787) 821-7322
Gr: PK-11 | 282 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1
Rank: #77.
Antonio Acaron Correa
(Math: 12% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
Carr 102 Km 21 Hm 9 Bo Monte G
Cabo Rojo, PR 00623
(787) 851-3500
Cabo Rojo, PR 00623
(787) 851-3500
Gr: K-8 | 308 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1
Rank: #8 - 98. - 9.
Ines Maria Mendoza De Munoz Marin Cabo Rojo
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
Calle Barbosa Norte Urb Ana Ma
Cabo Rojo, PR 00623
(787) 254-2288
Cabo Rojo, PR 00623
(787) 254-2288
Gr: 9-12 | 357 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1
Rank: #8 - 98. - 9.
Pedro Nelson Colberg
(Math: 9% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
Sector Pueblo Nuevo
Cabo Rojo, PR 00623
(787) 851-3200
Cabo Rojo, PR 00623
(787) 851-3200
Gr: 6-12 | 237 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1
Rank: #1010.
Mildred Arroyo Cardoza
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
Carr Pr308 Km 5.3 Sector Pr
Cabo Rojo, PR 00623
(787) 851-4720
Cabo Rojo, PR 00623
(787) 851-4720
Gr: K-8 | 239 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 00623, PR?
The top-ranked public schools in 00623, PR include Sebastian Pabon Alves, James Garfield and Carmen Vignals Rosario.
How many public schools are located in 00623?
10 public schools are located in 00623.
What is the racial composition of students in 00623?
00623 public schools minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the Puerto Rico public schools average of 100% (majority Hispanic).
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