For the 2025-26 school year, there are 8 public elementary schools serving 1,646 students in 00738, PR.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 00738, PR are Maria I. Dones, Berta Zalduondo and Ines Encarnacion. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 00738 have an average math proficiency score of 44% (versus the Puerto Rico public elementary school average of 25%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 35% statewide average). Elementary schools in 00738, PR have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% 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 00738, PR Public Elementary Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Maria I. Dones
(Math: ≥90% | Reading: 70-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
Calle 5 Bo Quebrada Vueltas
Fajardo, PR 00738
(787) 863-8240
Fajardo, PR 00738
(787) 863-8240
Gr: PK-5 | 110 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #22.
Berta Zalduondo
(Math: 90-94% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
Urb Monte Brisas Ii Calle 104
Fajardo, PR 00738
(787) 863-3959
Fajardo, PR 00738
(787) 863-3959
Gr: PK-5 | 301 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1
Rank: #33.
Ines Encarnacion
(Math: 85-89% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
Carr 985 Bo Florencio
Fajardo, PR 00738
(787) 863-7570
Fajardo, PR 00738
(787) 863-7570
Gr: PK-5 | 202 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1
Rank: #44.
Rosa Pascual Paris
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
Urb Fajardo Gardens Calle 23
Fajardo, PR 00738
(787) 863-8520
Fajardo, PR 00738
(787) 863-8520
Gr: K-5 | 154 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #55.
Ramon Quinones Pacheco
(Math: 85-89% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
Calle Federico Garcia 155
Fajardo, PR 00738
(787) 863-0624
Fajardo, PR 00738
(787) 863-0624
Gr: K-5 | 203 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1
Rank: #66.
Gabino Soto
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
Calle Igualdad 174
Fajardo, PR 00738
(787) 863-8482
Fajardo, PR 00738
(787) 863-8482
Gr: PK-5 | 159 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1
Rank: #77.
Josefina Ferrero
(Math: 3% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
Ave Conquistador Esq Urb Monte
Fajardo, PR 00738
(787) 863-6770
Fajardo, PR 00738
(787) 863-6770
Gr: 6-8 | 306 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1
Rank: #88.
Antonio Valero Bernabe
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
Ave General Valero Esq Calle 1
Fajardo, PR 00738
(787) 863-0024
Fajardo, PR 00738
(787) 863-0024
Gr: 6-8 | 211 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1
00738, Puerto Rico Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Calle Union 492 Bo Puerto Real
Fajardo, PR 00738
(787) 863-0224
Fajardo, PR 00738
(787) 863-0224
Gr: K-6 | 132 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1
Urb Santiago Veve Calzada 10
Fajardo, PR 00738
(787) 863-1385
Fajardo, PR 00738
(787) 863-1385
Gr: K-6 | 138 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1
Calle Josefina Ferrero Esq. Dr
Fajardo, PR 00738
(787) 863-0324
Fajardo, PR 00738
(787) 863-0324
Gr: 4-6 | 93 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1
Res Pedro Rosario Nieves
Fajardo, PR 00738
(787) 863-1840
Fajardo, PR 00738
(787) 863-1840
Gr: K-5 | 206 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1
Carr 976 Km 6 Hm 2 Bo Paraiso
Fajardo, PR 00738
(787) 863-8085
Fajardo, PR 00738
(787) 863-8085
Gr: K-6 | 79 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 00738, PR?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 00738, PR include Maria I. Dones, Berta Zalduondo and Ines Encarnacion.
How many public elementary schools are located in 00738?
8 public elementary schools are located in 00738.
What is the racial composition of students in 00738?
00738 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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