SU JULIAN MARRERO

SU JULIAN MARRERO is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION school district, located in COROZAL, PR with about 442 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 8th 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 38 teachers, SU JULIAN MARRERO has a student/teacher ratio of about 11:1. 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.

**SU JULIAN MARRERO**, located on Carr 164 KM 14 in the Palmarejo sector of Corozal, Puerto Rico, is a public school that serves as a foundational educational pillar for the local rural community. As a "Segunda Unidad" (SU) school, it historically follows a model designed to integrate both elementary and intermediate education within the same institution, aiming to provide a continuous academic experience for students in the region.

The school functions as a critical social and academic hub in the Palmarejo area, focusing on the holistic development of its students while navigating the unique challenges of the island’s mountainous interior. By fostering a close-knit learning environment, SU JULIAN MARRERO plays an essential role in preparing its youth for high school transitions and promoting educational attainment within the municipality of Corozal.

For more information, contact SU JULIAN MARRERO at (787) 859-3027 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.