CACIQUE AGUEYBANA

CACIQUE AGUEYBANA is a Title I public high school that is part of the PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION school district, located in BAYAMON, PR with about 556 students offering grade levels from 6th 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 42 teachers, CACIQUE AGUEYBANA 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.

The **Cacique Agüeybaná School**, located in the Sierra Bayamón urban development in Bayamón, Puerto Rico, serves as a local educational institution deeply rooted in its community. Named after the legendary Taino chief Agüeybaná, the school reflects a cultural commitment to honoring Puerto Rican heritage. As a public institution in the Bayamón school district, it functions as a foundational space for neighborhood students, focusing on providing essential academic instruction within a familiar, community-centered environment.

The school is situated in a residential sector of Bayamón, which allows it to play a vital role in the daily lives of local families. Like many schools in the region, it strives to balance core curriculum standards with the social and cultural needs of its students. By maintaining its presence in the heart of Sierra Bayamón, the institution acts as a hub for local youth development, emphasizing the importance of education while fostering a sense of civic pride tied to its significant historical namesake.

For more information, contact CACIQUE AGUEYBANA at (787) 780-9906 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.