For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public elementary schools serving 1,867 students in 00985, PR.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 00985, PR are Dr. Modesto Rivera Rivera, Jesus T. Pinero Carolina and Jose Severo Quinones. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 00985 have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the Puerto Rico public elementary school average of 25%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 35% statewide average). Elementary schools in 00985, PR have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% 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 00985, PR Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Dr. Modesto Rivera Rivera
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
Calle 9 #84 Blq. 79 Urb Villa
Carolina, PR 00985
(787) 762-7505
Carolina, PR 00985
(787) 762-7505
Gr: PK-5 | 247 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #22.
Jesus T. Pinero Carolina
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
Carr. 857 Bo. Carruso
Carolina, PR 00985
(787) 769-3280
Carolina, PR 00985
(787) 769-3280
Gr: K-8 | 250 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1
Rank: #33.
Jose Severo Quinones
(Math: 65% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
Urb Jose S Quinones Calle Ulis
Carolina, PR 00985
(787) 769-3260
Carolina, PR 00985
(787) 769-3260
Gr: PK-8 | 660 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1
Rank: #44.
Rvdo. Felix Castro Rodriguez
(Math: ≤1% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
Calle 612 Ave Campo Rico Final
Carolina, PR 00985
(787) 750-1330
Carolina, PR 00985
(787) 750-1330
Gr: 6-8 | 200 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1
Rank: #55.
Jesus Manuel Suarez
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
Carr. 853 Km 8.3 Bo. Barrazas
Carolina, PR 00985
(787) 750-6211
Carolina, PR 00985
(787) 750-6211
Gr: K-6 | 158 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1
Rank: #66.
Agustin Cabrera
(Math: ≤1% | Reading: 11%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
Urb Villa Carolina
Carolina, PR 00985
(787) 768-4044
Carolina, PR 00985
(787) 768-4044
Gr: 6-8 | 352 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1
00985, Puerto Rico Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Carr. 185 Km. 13.5 Bo. Cedros
Carolina, PR 00985
(787) 757-5790
Carolina, PR 00985
(787) 757-5790
Gr: K-6 | 106 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1
Bo Buena Vista Calle Granada E
Carolina, PR 00985
(787) 762-1117
Carolina, PR 00985
(787) 762-1117
Gr: K-5 | 286 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1
Antonio Jimenez Landrau 30, Va
Carolina, PR 00985
(787) 750-0260
Carolina, PR 00985
(787) 750-0260
Gr: 7-9 | 255 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1
3ra Secc Villa Carolina Calle
Carolina, PR 00985
(787) 752-3131
Carolina, PR 00985
(787) 752-3131
Gr: 7-9 | 120 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1
Carr. 857km. 4. 9 Int. 859 B
Carolina, PR 00985
(787) 750-1180
Carolina, PR 00985
(787) 750-1180
Gr: K-6 | 119 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1
Carr 853 Km 5 H 9 Bo Cacao
Carolina, PR 00985
(787) 769-0870
Carolina, PR 00985
(787) 769-0870
Gr: K-6 | 126 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 00985, PR?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 00985, PR include Dr. Modesto Rivera Rivera, Jesus T. Pinero Carolina and Jose Severo Quinones.
How many public elementary schools are located in 00985?
6 public elementary schools are located in 00985.
What is the racial composition of students in 00985?
00985 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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