FIFTY-FOURTH STREET ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Fifty-Fourth 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 320 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 5th 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 15 teachers, Fifty-Fourth Street Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 21:1. 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.

Fifty-Fourth Street Elementary, located in the Hyde Park neighborhood of Los Angeles, is a public school serving students within the Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD). As a neighborhood school, it provides foundational primary education for local families, focusing on academic development, social-emotional learning, and the essential curricula required by the district. The school environment is designed to support a diverse student body, emphasizing community engagement and the basic educational milestones necessary for students to transition successfully to middle school.

The school operates as part of the broader LAUSD infrastructure, which allows it to leverage district-wide resources, including specialized programs for English language learners and students with unique educational needs. By maintaining a focus on core subjects like literacy, mathematics, and science, Fifty-Fourth Street Elementary strives to foster a supportive learning environment. Families and community members often use the school as a central hub for neighborhood activities and educational outreach, reflecting the school’s role as an integral part of the South Los Angeles community.

For more information, contact Fifty-Fourth Street Elementary at (323) 294-5275 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.