SU JOSEFINA SITIRICHE

SU JOSEFINA SITIRICHE is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION school district, located in GURABO, PR with about 305 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 JOSEFINA SITIRICHE 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 location and official school listings for the Puerto Rico Department of Education, here is a description of the school:

**Escuela Josefina Sitiriche** is a public educational institution located in the Celada barrio of Gurabo, Puerto Rico. Situated along Carr 181, the school serves the local community by providing foundational education to students in the area. Like many public schools in Puerto Rico, it functions as a central hub for neighborhood children, focusing on core academic curricula designed to meet the standards set by the island's Department of Education.

The school is characterized by its rural setting in Gurabo, a municipality known for its mix of suburban growth and traditional agricultural roots. As a community-focused school, it plays a vital role in the social and intellectual development of the students in the Celada sector. Its location on the main artery of Carr 181 makes it accessible to families living within the surrounding corridors, ensuring that the school remains a primary point of contact for educational resources and community engagement within the region.

For more information, contact SU JOSEFINA SITIRICHE at (787) 737-2626 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.