SU DEMETRIO RIVERA

SU DEMETRIO RIVERA 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 376 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 30 teachers, SU DEMETRIO RIVERA has a student/teacher ratio of about 12:1. 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 DEMETRIO RIVERA**, located in the Palmarito ward of Corozal, Puerto Rico, serves as a foundational educational institution for the local community. Situated along Carr. 802, the school functions as a hub for elementary education in a rural, mountainous setting. Its placement in the Palmarito sector highlights its role in providing accessible schooling for students living in the interior regions of the island, helping to maintain educational continuity for families within the Corozal municipality.

As a public school under the jurisdiction of the Puerto Rico Department of Education, SU DEMETRIO RIVERA focuses on fostering academic development within the unique socio-cultural context of rural PR. Schools in areas like Palmarito often act as essential community anchors, playing a significant role in the social life and upbringing of local youth. The institution is dedicated to preparing its students for higher levels of learning, striving to equip them with the basic skills and values necessary for their future success despite the geographic challenges of the central mountain range.

For more information, contact SU DEMETRIO RIVERA at (787) 859-4111 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.