SU NICOLAS RODRIGUEZ

SU NICOLAS RODRIGUEZ 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 388 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 29 teachers, SU NICOLAS RODRIGUEZ 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.

Based on the location and official designation provided, **Escuela Nicolás Rodríguez** is a public educational institution situated in the Padilla Ward of Corozal, Puerto Rico. Located along Carretera 568, the school serves the local rural community, functioning as a key educational anchor for families in the mountainous interior region of the island. Like many schools in the Corozal municipality, it operates under the jurisdiction of the Puerto Rico Department of Education, focusing on providing foundational K-12 instruction tailored to the needs of its specific demographic.

The school is deeply integrated into the cultural and social fabric of the Padilla community. Institutions in this region of Puerto Rico often serve as vital hubs for extracurricular activities, local meetings, and community support initiatives beyond the traditional classroom setting. Because it is positioned in a more rural setting, the school plays a significant role in providing accessible education to students who might otherwise face long commutes, maintaining its commitment to academic development and student well-being within the specific geographic constraints of the central mountainous range.

For more information, contact SU NICOLAS RODRIGUEZ at (787) 859-3250 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.