JESUS T. PINERO

JESUS T. PINERO is a Title I public middle school that is part of the PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION school district, located in CIDRA, PR with about 447 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 10th 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 41 teachers, JESUS T. PINERO 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.

The **Jesús T. Piñero School**, located in the Arenas neighborhood of Cidra, Puerto Rico, serves as a local educational institution situated at the end of Calle José de Diego. As part of the Puerto Rico Department of Education system, the school plays a foundational role in the community by providing academic instruction to students in the surrounding area. Its location, tucked away toward the exit of the Arenas sector, positions it as a central hub for neighborhood youth, reflecting the typical structure of public education facilities in the island’s mountainous interior regions.

The school is named in honor of Jesús T. Piñero, who holds historical significance as the first native Puerto Rican to be appointed governor of the island by the United States President. By carrying his name, the institution reflects a commitment to the civic and cultural heritage of Puerto Rico. Like many public schools in Cidra, the facility focuses on fostering student development through a standardized curriculum, aiming to provide essential academic preparation while navigating the unique socio-economic and geographical challenges common to rural school districts in the region.

For more information, contact JESUS T. PINERO at (787) 739-2481 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.