ROMAN BALDORIOTY DE CASTRO

ROMAN BALDORIOTY DE CASTRO is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION school district, located in SALINAS, PR with about 218 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 23 teachers, ROMAN BALDORIOTY DE CASTRO 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.

The **ROMAN BALDORIOTY DE CASTRO** school, located on Calle Monserrate in Salinas, Puerto Rico, serves as a local educational pillar within its community. As a public institution named after one of Puerto Rico’s most prominent 19th-century abolitionists and statesmen, the school reflects the cultural and historical importance of its namesake, who was a champion for autonomy and social progress on the island. The facility operates within the Puerto Rico Department of Education system, providing essential academic instruction to the youth of Salinas.

Because it is situated in a coastal municipality known for its agricultural roots and community-oriented atmosphere, the school plays a vital role in the social development of its students. It functions as a hub for local families, striving to provide a foundational education that balances the standard academic curriculum with the unique cultural identity of the Salinas region. Like many schools in the area, it serves as a center for neighborhood engagement, helping to shape the next generation of students in the southern part of the island.

For more information, contact ROMAN BALDORIOTY DE CASTRO at (787) 824-2700 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.