SU RAFAEL ZAMOT CRUZ

SU RAFAEL ZAMOT CRUZ is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION school district, located in HATILLO, PR with about 281 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 8th Grade. 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 30 teachers, SU RAFAEL ZAMOT CRUZ has a student/teacher ratio of about 9:1. 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.

**SU RAFAEL ZAMOT CRUZ** is a public school located in the Bayaney ward of Hatillo, Puerto Rico. As a "Segunda Unidad" (SU) school, it serves as a foundational educational institution within its rural community, typically providing instruction that spans from elementary through middle school levels. Its location on Carr 134 places it centrally for families residing in the mountainous regions of Hatillo, serving as a vital hub for local youth development and academic engagement.

Like many schools in the region, SU RAFAEL ZAMOT CRUZ plays an essential role in the social and educational fabric of the Bayaney area. It focuses on providing a standard Puerto Rico Department of Education curriculum, aiming to foster basic literacy, numeracy, and social development among its students. Despite the challenges often faced by schools in rural sectors of the island, the institution remains a key point of reference for residents, emphasizing community identity and the academic progression of children in the municipality.

For more information, contact SU RAFAEL ZAMOT CRUZ at (787) 820-0841 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.