For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 1,583 students in 00656, PR.
The top-ranked public schools in 00656, PR are Herminio Arzola Emmanuelli, Dalila Torres and Hipolito Garcia Borrero. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 00656 have an average math proficiency score of 28% (versus the Puerto Rico public school average of 24%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 35% statewide average). Schools in 00656, PR have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% 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 00656, PR Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Herminio Arzola Emmanuelli
(Math: 90-94% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
Carr 127 Ramal 377 Bo Quebrada
Guayanilla, PR 00656
(787) 835-2145
Guayanilla, PR 00656
(787) 835-2145
Gr: PK-5 | 175 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #22.
Dalila Torres
(Math: 80-89% | Reading: ≥80%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
Calle Luis Munoz Rivera Sector
Guayanilla, PR 00656
(787) 835-2030
Guayanilla, PR 00656
(787) 835-2030
Gr: PK-5 | 128 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #33.
Hipolito Garcia Borrero
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
Carr 335 Hm 4 Bo Indios
Guayanilla, PR 00656
(787) 835-2985
Guayanilla, PR 00656
(787) 835-2985
Gr: K-8 | 154 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1
Rank: #44.
Gloria Maria Borrero Oliveras
(Math: 27% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
Carr #132 Km 4 Hm 2 Bo Macana
Guayanilla, PR 00656
(787) 899-1096
Guayanilla, PR 00656
(787) 899-1096
Gr: K-8 | 485 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1
Rank: #55.
Asuncion Rodriguez De Sala
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
Carr 127 Bo Quebrada
Guayanilla, PR 00656
(787) 835-0401
Guayanilla, PR 00656
(787) 835-0401
Gr: 9-12 | 450 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1
Rank: #66.
Aristides Cales Quiros
(Math: 5% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
Calle Luis Munoz Rivera Interi
Guayanilla, PR 00656
(787) 835-7451
Guayanilla, PR 00656
(787) 835-7451
Gr: K-8 | 191 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 00656, PR?
The top-ranked public schools in 00656, PR include Herminio Arzola Emmanuelli, Dalila Torres and Hipolito Garcia Borrero.
How many public schools are located in 00656?
6 public schools are located in 00656.
What is the racial composition of students in 00656?
00656 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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