BOTIJAS I, an elementary public school serving grades K–8 in OROCOVIS, Puerto Rico, with 190 students and a student-teacher ratio of 8.3:1. Data: NCES 2024-2025.
📖 Academic Overview & Key Context
Located in OROCOVIS, Puerto Rico, BOTIJAS I is a regular public school serving students from grades K–8. The school operates within the PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION in Orocovis Municipio. With a current reported enrollment of 190 students, it provides a smaller, close-knit learning environment designed to support academic and personal growth.
In terms of academic staffing and instructional attention, BOTIJAS I maintains a student-to-teacher ratio of 8.3:1. This favorable ratio is lower than the typical national public school average of approximately 16:1, offering opportunities for individualized guidance and collaborative classroom engagement. The campus educational team includes approximately 23.0 full-time equivalent (FTE) classroom teachers and certified instructional personnel.
Through federal and state educational initiatives, BOTIJAS I participates in community support programs including the National School Lunch Program, with approximately 173 students (91.1%) eligible for free or reduced-price meals. This participation helps ensure equitable access to essential learning resources, nutritional support, and student welfare services.
Hispanic
100%
190 enrolled students
White
0%
0 enrolled students
Black / African American
0%
0 enrolled students
Asian
0%
0 enrolled students
American Indian / Alaska Native
0%
0 enrolled students
Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander
0%
0 enrolled students
Two or more races
0%
0 enrolled students
⚧ Gender Distribution
Total 190
👦 Male 56.3% (107)
👧 Female 43.7% (83)
🥗 Economic Diversity
91.1%
173 students eligible for Free / Reduced-Price Lunch
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Address
CARR 568 KM 5 HM 5 BO BOTIJAS I, OROCOVIS, PR 00720
Phone
(787) 867-2260
School district
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
County
Orocovis Municipio
Grades
K–8
Students
190 students
Student–teacher ratio
8.3:1
Full-time teachers
23.0
Community type
Suburb: Large
Level
Elementary
Type
Public
Virtual
Not virtual
Coordinates
18.24138, -66.36621
NCES school ID
720003001672
School year
2024-2025
Source
NCES
📍 Location
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CARR 568 KM 5 HM 5 BO BOTIJAS I
OROCOVIS, PR 00720 Orocovis Municipio
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
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What grades are taught at BOTIJAS I?
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BOTIJAS I serves students in grades K–8. The school curriculum is structured specifically for these grade levels in accordance with Puerto Rico state educational standards.
How many students attend BOTIJAS I?
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According to official National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) records, BOTIJAS I has a total reported enrollment of 190 students.
What is the student-to-teacher ratio at BOTIJAS I?
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The student-teacher ratio at BOTIJAS I is 8.3:1, supported by approximately 23.0 full-time equivalent certified teachers.
Is BOTIJAS I a public or private school?
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BOTIJAS I is a traditional public school located in OROCOVIS, Puerto Rico under the administration of the PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION.
Does BOTIJAS I participate in free or reduced-price lunch programs?
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Yes, approximately 173 students (91.1%) at BOTIJAS I are eligible for free or reduced-price lunch under federal National School Lunch Program guidelines.
Where is BOTIJAS I located?
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BOTIJAS I is located at CARR 568 KM 5 HM 5 BO BOTIJAS I, OROCOVIS, PR 00720. Families can reach the administrative office by telephone at (787) 867-2260 or by visiting the campus during regular school hours.
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