DR SILVERIO MEDINA GAUD (CONSUMO)

DR SILVERIO MEDINA GAUD (CONSUMO) is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION school district, located in LAS MARIAS, PR with about 95 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 9 teachers, DR SILVERIO MEDINA GAUD (CONSUMO) has a student/teacher ratio of about 10:1. 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 **Dr. Silverio Medina Gaud** school is a public educational institution located in the Naranjales ward of Las Marías, Puerto Rico. Situated along Highway 199, the school serves the rural mountain community of the region, functioning as a vital hub for the local student population. Like many schools in the Las Marías municipality, it focuses on providing fundamental K-12 education while navigating the unique geographical challenges of the island's central-western mountainous terrain.

As part of the Puerto Rico Department of Education system, the school plays an essential role in the social and academic development of children in the Consumo/Naranjales area. While it serves a smaller, close-knit community, the school is deeply integrated into the local culture of Las Marías, an area historically known for its agricultural roots—particularly coffee and citrus production. It remains a key point of reference for families in the sector seeking accessible education within their immediate neighborhood.

For more information, contact DR SILVERIO MEDINA GAUD (CONSUMO) at (787) 831-0818 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.