For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public middle schools serving 1,406 students in 00720, PR.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 00720, PR are Nelida Melendez Melendez, Bonifacio Alvarado and Matrullas. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 00720 have an average math proficiency score of 55% (versus the Puerto Rico public middle school average of 17%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 33% statewide average). Middle schools in 00720, PR have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% 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 00720, PR Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Nelida Melendez Melendez
(Math: 77% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
Carr 155 Int Ave Luis M Marin
Orocovis, PR 00720
(787) 867-2840
Orocovis, PR 00720
(787) 867-2840
Gr: PK-8 | 366 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1
Rank: #22.
Bonifacio Alvarado
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
Carr 143 Km 41 Hm 8 Bo Bermeja
Orocovis, PR 00720
(787) 867-4633
Orocovis, PR 00720
(787) 867-4633
Gr: K-8 | 141 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1
Rank: #33.
Matrullas
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
Carr 564 Km 4 Hm 3 Bo Matrulla
Orocovis, PR 00720
(787) 867-3966
Orocovis, PR 00720
(787) 867-3966
Gr: K-8 | 115 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #44.
Angel Rafael Diaz Colon
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
Carr 566 Km 2 Hm I Bo Saltos
Orocovis, PR 00720
(787) 867-4686
Orocovis, PR 00720
(787) 867-4686
Gr: PK-8 | 189 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1
Rank: #55.
Botijas I
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
Carr 568 Km 5 Hm 5 Bo Botijas
Orocovis, PR 00720
(787) 867-2260
Orocovis, PR 00720
(787) 867-2260
Gr: K-8 | 190 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1
Rank: #66.
Ana Joaquina Ortiz Ortiz
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
Carr 156 Km 6 Hm 2 Bo Botijas
Orocovis, PR 00720
(787) 867-0411
Orocovis, PR 00720
(787) 867-0411
Gr: K-8 | 185 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1
Rank: #77.
Sanamuertos
(Math: 18% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
Carr 157 Km 23 Bo Barros
Orocovis, PR 00720
(787) 867-2870
Orocovis, PR 00720
(787) 867-2870
Gr: K-8 | 220 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 00720, PR?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 00720, PR include Nelida Melendez Melendez, Bonifacio Alvarado and Matrullas.
How many public middle schools are located in 00720?
7 public middle schools are located in 00720.
What is the racial composition of students in 00720?
00720 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).
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