TODAY'S FRESH START-COMPTON

Today's Fresh Start-Compton is a Title I public charter elementary school that is part of the Compton Unified school district, located in Los Angeles, CA with about 664 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 34 teachers, Today's Fresh Start-Compton has a student/teacher ratio of about 19:1. 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.

Today’s Fresh Start Charter School (TFS) in Compton/Los Angeles is a tuition-free, independent public charter school that serves students from transitional kindergarten through eighth grade. Guided by a philosophy that emphasizes the development of the "whole child," the school focuses on creating a supportive academic environment that balances rigorous core instruction with social-emotional learning. The curriculum is designed to foster critical thinking and academic excellence while providing students with the foundational skills necessary to succeed in higher education and beyond.

The school is notable for its commitment to serving the local community, often prioritizing small class sizes and a personalized approach to instruction to ensure that each student’s individual needs are met. Beyond academics, Today’s Fresh Start integrates extracurricular activities and programs that aim to build character, self-esteem, and civic responsibility. By maintaining a close partnership with parents and the surrounding community, the school strives to create a stable, safe, and enriching culture that encourages lifelong learning and personal growth.

For more information, contact Today's Fresh Start-Compton at (323) 293-9826 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.