DRA. MARIA SOCORRO LACOT

DRA. MARIA SOCORRO LACOT is a Title I public high school that is part of the PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION school district, located in GUAYAMA, PR with about 1,152 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 73 teachers, DRA. MARIA SOCORRO LACOT has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. 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 **Escuela Dra. María Socorro Lacot**, located on Avenida Albizu Campos in Guayama, Puerto Rico, serves as a foundational educational institution within the local community. Named in honor of a distinguished Puerto Rican educator and former Secretary of Education, the school is part of the public education system overseen by the Puerto Rico Department of Education. It is dedicated to fostering academic growth and character development for students in the Guayama region, adhering to the standard curriculum set forth by the Commonwealth to prepare pupils for their future educational and professional endeavors.

As a staple of the Guayama area, the school functions as more than just an academic center; it serves as a hub for community engagement and student socialization. By providing a structured environment focused on literacy, numeracy, and social development, the institution plays a critical role in the lives of local families. It strives to cultivate an inclusive learning atmosphere that reflects the cultural identity of Puerto Rico while equipping the next generation with the necessary tools to succeed in an evolving society.

For more information, contact DRA. MARIA SOCORRO LACOT at (787) 864-0685 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.