LENA M. FRANCESCH (RUBIAS KM. 25)

LENA M. FRANCESCH (RUBIAS KM. 25) is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION school district, located in YAUCO, PR with about 76 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 7th 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 13 teachers, LENA M. FRANCESCH (RUBIAS KM. 25) 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.

The **Lena M. Francesch School**, located in the Rubias sector of Yauco, Puerto Rico, serves as a vital educational facility for the local rural community. Situated along PR-105, the school operates within the Puerto Rico Department of Education system, providing foundational instruction tailored to the needs of students in this mountainous region of the municipality. Its location reflects the department's commitment to maintaining neighborhood-based schools that ensure access to education for students living outside of the more densely populated urban centers.

As a community-based institution, the school plays an essential role in the social and academic development of the youth in the Rubias neighborhood. While it functions as a primary site for standard curriculum delivery, schools of this nature in rural Yauco often serve as key hubs for local engagement and community stability. The institution is recognized for its connection to the specific cultural and geographical identity of the Rubias area, acting as a supportive environment for students as they transition through their early academic years.

For more information, contact LENA M. FRANCESCH (RUBIAS KM. 25) at (787) 856-4020 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.