ANTONIO S PEDREIRA (PRE-TEC)

ANTONIO S PEDREIRA (PRE-TEC) is a Title I public middle school that is part of the PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION school district, located in CAGUAS, PR with about 432 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 29 teachers, ANTONIO S PEDREIRA (PRE-TEC) 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.

**Antonio S. Pedreira (Pre-Tec)** is a specialized secondary educational institution located in the Villa del Carmen urban area of Caguas, Puerto Rico. As a "Pre-Tec" (pre-technical) school, its academic mission is designed to provide students with a foundational bridge between traditional high school coursework and technical or vocational career paths. The curriculum is structured to prepare students for the demands of the modern workforce by emphasizing both core academic subjects and the development of practical, hands-on professional skills.

The school serves the local Caguas community by fostering an environment that encourages career exploration and technical literacy. By integrating academic rigor with preparatory training, Antonio S. Pedreira aims to equip its student body with the necessary competencies to either transition into higher-level technical institutes or enter the workforce with a competitive advantage. The facility acts as a key educational hub for students in the region looking to gain specialized experience before pursuing post-secondary education or professional specialization.

For more information, contact ANTONIO S PEDREIRA (PRE-TEC) at (787) 743-4868 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.