MARIA I. DONES

MARIA I. DONES is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION school district, located in FAJARDO, PR with about 67 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 6 teachers, MARIA I. DONES 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.

Based on the location provided, **MARIA I. DONES** is a public school situated in the Quebrada Vueltas sector of Fajardo, Puerto Rico. As part of the Puerto Rico Department of Education system, the school serves the local community in the eastern region of the island, typically focusing on providing primary or elementary education to students in the surrounding neighborhoods.

The school is characterized by its role as a neighborhood hub within the Fajardo municipality. Like many schools in the region, it functions as a central point for academic instruction and social development for area youth. Its location in a residential sector allows it to maintain close ties with local families, fostering a community-oriented educational environment dedicated to the development of students within the public school framework.

For more information, contact MARIA I. DONES at (787) 863-8240 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.