LAS VIRTUDES

LAS VIRTUDES is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION school district, located in SAN JUAN, PR with about 140 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 14 teachers, LAS VIRTUDES 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.

Based on the information provided, here is a summary description of the school:

**LAS VIRTUDES** is an educational institution located at the intersection of Calle Confianza and Calle Nobleza in the LAS VIRTUDES neighborhood of San Juan, Puerto Rico (00924). Situated in a residential area of the capital, the school serves as a local pillar for academic development. Its name, which translates to "The Virtues," reflects a focus on character education and community-centered values, providing students in the San Juan area with a foundational learning environment.

As a community-based school, LAS VIRTUDES plays a vital role in its neighborhood by fostering intellectual growth and social development. By integrating into the fabric of the local community, the school offers a setting where students can pursue their studies while being supported by the surrounding neighborhood infrastructure. It remains a key point of reference for families in the 00924 zip code seeking a localized educational experience.

For more information, contact LAS VIRTUDES at (787) 767-8757 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.