BUCHANAN STREET ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Buchanan Street Elementary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Los Angeles Unified school district, located in Los Angeles, CA with about 392 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 6th 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 19 teachers, Buchanan Street Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 20:1. 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.

Buchanan Street Elementary is a public school located in the Highland Park neighborhood of Los Angeles, serving students in grades K–5 as part of the Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD). The school is situated in a vibrant, historic area of Northeast Los Angeles and is known for being a neighborhood-focused campus that emphasizes fundamental academic skills, community engagement, and a supportive learning environment for its diverse student population.

As an LAUSD institution, the school follows the district’s core curriculum while striving to provide students with the foundational tools necessary for success in middle school and beyond. The campus serves as a central hub for the local families in the 90042 zip code, fostering a close-knit atmosphere where staff and parents work together to support student growth. While the school manages the challenges and opportunities inherent in a large urban district, it maintains a commitment to equity and academic development within the local community.

For more information, contact Buchanan Street Elementary at (323) 255-7118 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.