RAMON POWER Y GIRALT

RAMON POWER Y GIRALT is a Title I public high school that is part of the PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION school district, located in SAN JUAN, PR with about 271 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th 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 22 teachers, RAMON POWER Y GIRALT 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.

**Escuela RAMON POWER Y GIRALT**, located at the end of Calle Loíza in the coastal area of Santurce, San Juan, serves as a significant educational anchor for the surrounding community. Named after the distinguished 19th-century Puerto Rican statesman and naval officer, the school is situated in a vibrant, historic neighborhood, reflecting the cultural energy and urban density characteristic of the area. It typically functions as an elementary or middle school facility, providing foundational academic instruction to local students within the San Juan public school system.

Beyond its academic curriculum, the school is recognized for its unique location at the edge of the Loíza corridor, an area known for its strong community identity and proximity to the ocean. As a public institution, it plays a vital role in the neighborhood’s social fabric, often serving as a central hub for families living in the Calle Loíza and Ocean Park districts. The school continues to be a staple of the San Juan school district, focusing on student development while navigating the evolving educational and environmental landscape of coastal Puerto Rico.

For more information, contact RAMON POWER Y GIRALT at (787) 727-4830 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.