RAFAEL REXACH DUENO

RAFAEL REXACH DUENO is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION school district, located in RIO GRANDE, PR with about 329 students offering grade levels from 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 22 teachers, RAFAEL REXACH DUENO has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. 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 **Rafael Rexach Dueño** school is a public educational institution located in the Barrio Palmer area of Río Grande, Puerto Rico. Situated along the Calle Principal, the school serves the local community by providing primary or secondary education (depending on current Department of Education restructuring) to students living within the municipality. As with many schools in the region, it functions as a central hub for the neighborhood, balancing academic instruction with the social and cultural needs of the surrounding rural and residential population.

The school is named in honor of Rafael Rexach Dueño, a figure recognized in Puerto Rican history for his contributions to the island’s development. Like other public facilities in Río Grande, the institution operates under the jurisdiction of the Puerto Rico Department of Education, adhering to the standard curriculum while navigating the unique geographical and economic challenges of the northeastern coastal region. It remains an essential pillar for families in the Bo Palmer sector, providing a foundational learning environment for the local youth.

For more information, contact RAFAEL REXACH DUENO at (787) 887-2720 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.