CASTILLO

CASTILLO is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION school district, located in MAYAGUEZ, PR with about 101 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 6th 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 11 teachers, CASTILLO has a student/teacher ratio of about 9:1. 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, **Escuela CASTILLO** (located in the Parcelas CASTILLO community of Mayagüez, Puerto Rico) is a community-based public educational institution. As is common with schools in the "Parcelas" (subdivision) areas of Puerto Rico, the school serves as a central hub for the local neighborhood, fostering close ties between the faculty, the students, and the families living in the surrounding Mayagüez area.

The school operates under the jurisdiction of the Puerto Rico Department of Education and typically serves students at the primary or elementary level. Like many schools in this region, it focuses on providing fundamental academic instruction while navigating the unique socio-economic and environmental challenges often present in western Puerto Rico. It serves as a vital resource for local residents, emphasizing community engagement and the foundational development of its student population.

For more information, contact CASTILLO at (787) 265-8344 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.