TOMAS VERA AYALA

TOMAS VERA AYALA is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION school district, located in PATILLAS, PR with about 58 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 10 teachers, TOMAS VERA AYALA has a student/teacher ratio of about 5:1. 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.

Based on the location and official records for the Department of Education of Puerto Rico, here is a summary description of the school:

**Escuela Tomás Vera Ayala** is a public educational institution located in the Guardaraya ward of Patillas, Puerto Rico. Situated along PR-3, the school serves the local community by providing primary education within the Patillas school district. As a part of the Puerto Rico Department of Education system, the school plays a central role in the neighborhood, acting as a foundational learning environment for children residing in the coastal and rural areas surrounding the Guardaraya sector.

The facility is characterized by its accessibility along the main highway, connecting it to the broader Patillas municipality. Like many schools in this region, the institution focuses on delivering the standard Department of Education curriculum while fostering a close-knit community atmosphere typical of schools in smaller, semi-rural Puerto Rican towns. It serves as a vital resource for local families, providing both academic instruction and a communal space for youth development in the southern region of the island.

For more information, contact TOMAS VERA AYALA at (787) 839-2144 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.