FELIX GARAY ORTIZ

FELIX GARAY ORTIZ 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 195 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 20 teachers, FELIX GARAY ORTIZ 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 administrative data for the school located at Calle Antonia Sáez, Bo. Coco, in Salinas, Puerto Rico, here is a description of the institution:

**FELIX GARAY ORTIZ** is a public educational institution located in the rural community of Coco in the municipality of Salinas, Puerto Rico. As a school serving the local population, it plays a vital role in the community by providing foundational education to neighborhood students. The school operates under the jurisdiction of the Puerto Rico Department of Education and adheres to the regional curriculum standards designed to support the academic and personal development of students within the Salinas school district.

The school is situated in a geographic area characterized by the cultural and social landscape of Salinas, a town known for its coastal geography and agricultural history. By providing a localized educational environment, FELIX GARAY ORTIZ serves as a hub for student engagement, fostering social interaction among the youth of Bo. Coco. Its presence ensures that families in the immediate area have access to public schooling, maintaining a focus on the educational needs and progress of the local community.

For more information, contact FELIX GARAY ORTIZ at (787) 824-4265 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.