DORRIS PLACE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Dorris Place 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 322 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 14 teachers, Dorris Place Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 23:1. 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.

Dorris Place Elementary School is a public school located in the Elysian Valley neighborhood of Los Angeles, serving students within the Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD). Situated in a community often referred to as "Frogtown," the school serves as a local hub for families in the area, offering a traditional elementary curriculum focused on core academic subjects such as literacy, mathematics, and science. The school’s location near the Los Angeles River provides a distinct neighborhood feel, emphasizing its role as a foundational educational institution for the local student population.

As an LAUSD campus, Dorris Place Elementary is committed to meeting state academic standards while providing a structured environment that encourages student development and community engagement. The school typically focuses on fostering social-emotional learning alongside academic growth to prepare its students for middle school. Because it operates within the LAUSD system, the school benefits from district-wide resources, including specialized programs, instructional technology, and support services designed to help students from diverse backgrounds succeed.

For more information, contact Dorris Place Elementary at (323) 222-9185 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.