EDGEWOOD ACADEMY

Edgewood Academy is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Bassett Unified school district, located in La Puente, CA with about 576 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 8th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. 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 23 teachers, Edgewood Academy has a student/teacher ratio of about 25:1. 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.

Edgewood Academy, located in La Puente, California, is a public K-8 school within the Bassett Unified School District. The school is characterized by a commitment to fostering a supportive, student-centered environment that emphasizes both academic rigor and social-emotional development. By serving students from kindergarten through eighth grade, the academy aims to provide a consistent educational foundation, allowing for a strong sense of community and long-term mentorship between faculty and students.

In addition to its standard curriculum, Edgewood Academy places a significant focus on preparing students for high school success and beyond. The school utilizes a variety of instructional strategies to meet the diverse needs of its student population, often integrating technology and collaborative learning into the classroom. With its emphasis on parent engagement and community involvement, the school strives to create a cohesive partnership between home and campus to ensure that all students are equipped with the skills necessary to excel in their future academic endeavors.

For more information, contact Edgewood Academy at (626) 931-7800 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.