DR. ANTONIO S. PEDREIRA (ESPECIALIZADA)

DR. ANTONIO S. PEDREIRA (ESPECIALIZADA) 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 291 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 22 teachers, DR. ANTONIO S. PEDREIRA (ESPECIALIZADA) has a student/teacher ratio of about 13:1. 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 **Dr. Antonio S. Pedreira Specialized School**, located in the Puerto Nuevo urban area of San Juan, Puerto Rico, is a unique educational institution within the island’s public school system. As an "escuela especializada" (specialized school), it distinguishes itself from traditional schools by offering a curriculum with a sharper academic or thematic focus designed to foster talent and advanced learning in specific areas. It serves as a hub for students who demonstrate high aptitude and are seeking a more rigorous or specialized path during their secondary education.

Strategically located at the intersection of Calle Ángel and Calle Andorra in San Juan, the school is deeply integrated into the Puerto Nuevo community. By offering a specialized environment, the institution aims to provide its students with enriched learning experiences and tools necessary for success in higher education. It remains a key part of the local educational landscape, committed to upholding high academic standards while preparing students to meet the challenges of an evolving professional and academic environment.

For more information, contact DR. ANTONIO S. PEDREIRA (ESPECIALIZADA) at (787) 782-1030 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.