For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public preschools serving 772 students in 00738, PR.
The top-ranked public preschools 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 preschools in zipcode 00738 have an average math proficiency score of 77% (versus the Puerto Rico public pre school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 38% statewide average). Pre schools in 00738, PR have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Puerto Rico public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the Puerto Rico public preschool average of 100% (majority Hispanic).
Best 00738, PR Public Preschools (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 | 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.
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
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 preschools in 00738, PR?
The top-ranked public preschools in 00738, PR include Maria I. Dones, Berta Zalduondo and Ines Encarnacion.
How many public preschools are located in 00738?
4 public preschools are located in 00738.
What is the racial composition of students in 00738?
00738 public preschools minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the Puerto Rico public preschools average of 100% (majority Hispanic).
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