RAMON T. RIVERA (SU LAJITA)

RAMON T. RIVERA (SU LAJITA) is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION school district, located in BARRANQUITAS, PR with about 218 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 22 teachers, RAMON T. RIVERA (SU LAJITA) 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.

The **Ramon T. Rivera School** (often referred to locally as "Su Lajita") is a public educational institution located in the mountainous region of Barranquitas, Puerto Rico. Situated specifically in the rural sector of Barrio Barrancas (along PR-771), the school serves as a central hub for the local community, catering to students in an area characterized by its topography and traditional agricultural roots.

As a reflection of the Puerto Rican public school system in the central mountain range, the institution plays a vital role in providing primary or secondary education to youth in the Barranquitas municipality. While its facilities are located in a remote, scenic setting, the school focuses on fostering academic development and social integration for children living in the surrounding rural neighborhoods. It stands as a critical resource for local families, maintaining the community's connection to education within the specific cultural and geographical context of the "La Ruta de la Montaña."

For more information, contact RAMON T. RIVERA (SU LAJITA) at (787) 857-5571 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.