For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 829 students in 00617, PR.
The top-ranked public high schools in 00617, PR are Fernando Suria Chavez and Hector M. Ruiz Martinez. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 00617 have an average math proficiency score of 6% (versus the Puerto Rico public high school average of 14%), and reading proficiency score of 28% (versus the 36% statewide average). High schools in 00617, PR have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Puerto Rico public high schools.
Minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the Puerto Rico public high school average of 100% (majority Hispanic).
Best 00617, PR Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Fernando Suria Chavez
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
Calle Georgetti Bo Pueblo
Barceloneta, PR 00617
(787) 846-6750
Barceloneta, PR 00617
(787) 846-6750
Gr: 9-12 | 505 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1
Rank: #22.
Hector M. Ruiz Martinez
(Math: 7% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
Carr 140 Bo Llanadas
Barceloneta, PR 00617
(787) 846-2460
Barceloneta, PR 00617
(787) 846-2460
Gr: 6-9 | 324 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 00617, PR?
The top-ranked public high schools in 00617, PR include Fernando Suria Chavez and Hector M. Ruiz Martinez.
How many public high schools are located in 00617?
2 public high schools are located in 00617.
What is the racial composition of students in 00617?
00617 public high schools minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the Puerto Rico public high schools average of 100% (majority Hispanic).
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