For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public elementary schools serving 1,440 students in Fajardo, PR.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Fajardo, 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.
Fajardo, PR public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 53% (versus the Puerto Rico public elementary school average of 25%), and reading proficiency score of 46% (versus the 36% statewide average). Elementary schools in Fajardo have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% 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 Public Elementary Schools in Fajardo, PR (2026)
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 | 133 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1
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 | 302 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 | 197 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: PK-5 | 150 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1
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 | 191 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: K-5 | 151 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 | 316 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1
Fajardo, Puerto Rico Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Ave General Valero Esq Calle 1
Fajardo, PR 00738
(787) 863-0024
Fajardo, PR 00738
(787) 863-0024
Gr: 6-8 | 177 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Fajardo, PR?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Fajardo, PR include Maria I. Dones, Berta Zalduondo and Ines Encarnacion.
How many public elementary schools are located in Fajardo?
7 public elementary schools are located in Fajardo.
What is the racial composition of students in Fajardo?
Fajardo 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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