CENTRO EUGENIO MARIA DE HOSTOS

CENTRO EUGENIO MARIA DE HOSTOS is a Title I public school that is part of the PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION school district, located in SAN JUAN, PR with about 142 students. 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 17 teachers, CENTRO EUGENIO MARIA DE HOSTOS has a student/teacher ratio of about 8:1. 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 **Centro Eugenio María de Hostos** is a public educational institution located in the Puerto Nuevo sector of San Juan, Puerto Rico. Situated at the corner of Calle Constitución and Calle Campeche, the school serves the local community by providing foundational education within an urban setting. As a school named after the renowned Puerto Rican educator and philosopher Eugenio María de Hostos, it reflects a historical commitment to the values of civic responsibility, intellectual rigor, and social progress that defined the namesake’s life.

As part of the Puerto Rico Department of Education system, the facility functions as a hub for neighborhood youth, focusing on academic instruction and the development of essential life skills. Its location in Puerto Nuevo places it within a dense residential and commercial district, making it a central point for families in the San Juan area. The school plays an integral role in the community’s social fabric, aiming to foster an environment where students can achieve their academic potential while connecting with the heritage and educational ideals of one of the island's most influential figures.

For more information, contact CENTRO EUGENIO MARIA DE HOSTOS at (787) 792-0111 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.