HOLMES AVENUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Holmes Avenue 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 238 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 12 teachers, Holmes Avenue Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 19:1. 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.

Holmes Avenue Elementary, located in the Vernon/Central-Alameda area of South Los Angeles, is a public school serving a predominantly Hispanic community within the Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD). As a neighborhood school, it functions as a central hub for the local community, emphasizing core academic instruction while providing support services to address the socio-economic challenges often faced by families in the area. The school is committed to fostering a safe and structured learning environment that prepares students for middle school through a focus on literacy, mathematics, and character development.

The school’s identity is closely tied to its historical location and its role in the surrounding urban neighborhood. Like many schools in the LAUSD system, Holmes Avenue Elementary prioritizes inclusive education and often utilizes a variety of programs to support English Language Learners and students requiring additional academic intervention. By maintaining a focus on foundational skills and community engagement, the school aims to bridge achievement gaps and provide its student body with the necessary tools for long-term academic success.

For more information, contact Holmes Avenue Elementary at (323) 582-7238 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.