MUNOZ-MARIN LUIS

Munoz-Marin Luis is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Philadelphia City SD school district, located in Philadelphia, PA with about 610 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 8th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 40 teachers, Munoz-Marin Luis has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Luis Muñoz-Marín Elementary School, located in the Fairhill neighborhood of North Philadelphia, is a public school serving students in grades Pre-K through 5. Part of the School District of Philadelphia, the school is named in honor of Luis Muñoz Marín, the first democratically elected governor of Puerto Rico, reflecting the deep cultural roots and history of the surrounding Hispanic community. The school focuses on providing foundational academic instruction while fostering a supportive environment that addresses the diverse needs of its student population.

As a community-centered institution, Muñoz-Marín strives to promote academic growth and social-emotional development through a curriculum aligned with district standards. The school emphasizes engagement with families and local stakeholders to create a cohesive learning atmosphere. Given its location in an urban setting, the school is deeply integrated into the fabric of the North Philadelphia community, working to provide students with the resources and stability necessary to succeed in their formative educational years.

For more information, contact Munoz-Marin Luis at (215) 291-8825 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.