PACOIMA CHARTER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Pacoima Charter Elementary is a Title I public charter elementary school that is part of the Los Angeles Unified school district, located in Pacoima, CA with about 1,272 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. 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 55 teachers, Pacoima Charter 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.

Pacoima Charter Elementary School, located in the San Fernando Valley, operates as an independent charter school serving a diverse student population in the Pacoima community. As a charter institution, the school functions with more autonomy than traditional district schools, allowing it to implement specialized curricula and instructional strategies tailored to the specific needs of its students. The school places a significant emphasis on academic achievement, fostering a supportive environment that encourages students to develop critical thinking skills, character, and social-emotional growth.

Beyond its core academic program, Pacoima Charter is known for its commitment to community involvement and parent engagement, viewing education as a partnership between the faculty, families, and the surrounding neighborhood. The school’s mission focuses on preparing students for success in higher education and beyond by integrating technology, promoting bilingualism, and maintaining high expectations in a safe and inclusive learning atmosphere. By leveraging its charter status, the school seeks to provide innovative learning opportunities that help bridge achievement gaps and empower its students to become productive members of society.

For more information, contact Pacoima Charter Elementary at (818) 899-0201 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.