MID-CITY'S PRESCOTT SCHOOL OF ENRICHED SCIENCES

Mid-City's Prescott School of Enriched Sciences is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Los Angeles Unified school district, located in Los Angeles, CA with about 248 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten 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 10 teachers, Mid-City's Prescott School of Enriched Sciences has a student/teacher ratio of about 24:1. 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.

Mid-City’s Prescott School of Enriched Sciences is a public elementary school located in the West Adams neighborhood of Los Angeles, operating under the Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD). As a magnet school program, it is designed to provide students with a rigorous academic environment that prioritizes hands-on learning, critical thinking, and the development of core competencies in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM). The school aims to foster a culture of inquiry, encouraging students to explore the natural world and solve real-world problems through an enriched, project-based curriculum.

Beyond its academic focus, Prescott School of Enriched Sciences emphasizes the holistic development of its student body by cultivating a supportive and inclusive community. The school works to integrate parent involvement and community partnerships to enhance the educational experience, ensuring that students are well-prepared for higher education and future career pathways. By blending traditional instructional methods with specialized scientific exploration, the school strives to inspire curiosity and academic excellence in its diverse population of young learners.

For more information, contact Mid-City's Prescott School of Enriched Sciences at (323) 731-9346 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.