BENIGNO FERNANDEZ GARCIA

BENIGNO FERNANDEZ GARCIA is a Title I public middle school that is part of the PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION school district, located in CAYEY, PR with about 483 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 8th 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 33 teachers, BENIGNO FERNANDEZ GARCIA has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. 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 **Benigno Fernández García** school is a public educational institution located on Calle Barbosa Final in the municipality of Cayey, Puerto Rico. As part of the Puerto Rico Department of Education’s system, the school serves the local community by providing academic instruction at the primary or secondary level, focusing on the standard curriculum mandated by the Commonwealth’s educational standards. Its location in Cayey, a town nestled in the central mountainous region of the island, places it within a community known for its distinct cultural identity and proximity to the scenic "Ruta del Lechón."

In terms of institutional role, the school functions as a local hub for youth development, fostering social and academic growth within the neighborhood. Like many schools in the region, its operations are shaped by the specific challenges and opportunities inherent to the Puerto Rican public school system, including efforts to maintain infrastructure and provide equitable access to education for students in the Cayey area. By serving as an anchor for the students on and around Calle Barbosa, the school remains a key component of the town's social fabric and its commitment to the development of the next generation of Puerto Rican citizens.

For more information, contact BENIGNO FERNANDEZ GARCIA at (787) 738-2626 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.