FIGUEROA STREET ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Figueroa 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 477 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 20 teachers, Figueroa Street 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.

Figueroa Street Elementary is a public school located in the Athens/Westmont area of South Los Angeles and operates within the Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD). Serving a diverse student population, the school focuses on providing a foundational academic experience for children in the surrounding community. As part of the LAUSD network, the school follows district-wide curricula and standards, emphasizing core subjects such as literacy, mathematics, and social development to prepare students for middle school transitions.

Beyond its academic curriculum, the school serves as a central hub for the local neighborhood, offering various programs designed to support student success and parental engagement. Like many schools in this district, Figueroa Street Elementary typically provides resources such as English Language Learner support, special education services, and access to after-school enrichment activities. For families interested in current academic performance metrics, specific school calendar events, or enrollment procedures, the school maintains an official presence through the LAUSD portal, which serves as the primary resource for school updates and administrative information.

For more information, contact Figueroa Street Elementary at (323) 756-9268 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.