MANUELA TORO MORICE

MANUELA TORO MORICE is a Title I public high school that is part of the PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION school district, located in CAGUAS, PR with about 951 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. 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 56 teachers, MANUELA TORO MORICE has a student/teacher ratio of about 16:1. 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 **MANUELA TORO MORICE** school is a public educational institution located in the Caguas Norte urban development of Caguas, Puerto Rico. Situated in a residential area, the school serves the local community by providing primary or secondary education within the Puerto Rico Department of Education system. As is typical of schools in this region, it functions as a central hub for neighborhood students, focusing on academic development, social integration, and the implementation of the standard Puerto Rican public school curriculum.

The school is named in honor of MANUELA TORO MORICE, a significant figure in Puerto Rican history. She was a prominent social activist and a pioneer in the fight for women's suffrage on the island. By bearing her name, the institution reflects a legacy of civic engagement and empowerment, aiming to instill values of leadership and community service in its students. The school remains a foundational part of the Caguas educational landscape, catering to the needs of families in the surrounding metropolitan area.

For more information, contact MANUELA TORO MORICE at (787) 744-2111 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.