JESUS T. PINERO

JESUS T. PINERO is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION school district, located in CAGUAS, PR with about 118 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th 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 10 teachers, JESUS T. PINERO has a student/teacher ratio of about 11:1. 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 Jesús T. Piñero School is a public educational institution located in the La Barra neighborhood of Caguas, Puerto Rico. Situated along Carr. 795 (KM 0.2), the school serves the local community in a semi-rural setting. Named in honor of Jesús T. Piñero, the first native Puerto Rican governor appointed by the United States, the school functions as a foundational pillar for students in the Caguas region, typically providing primary or early secondary education within the Puerto Rico Department of Education system.

The facility is characterized by its strategic location in the mountainous geography of Caguas, acting as a central hub for families residing in the rural sectors of the municipality. Like many schools in the region, it strives to foster academic growth and cultural development while navigating the unique challenges of the island's educational landscape. By carrying the name of a significant historical figure, the school emphasizes a connection to Puerto Rican history and civic pride for the children and families it serves.

For more information, contact JESUS T. PINERO at (787) 747-1992 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.