TWEEDY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Tweedy Elementary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Los Angeles Unified school district, located in South Gate, CA with about 662 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 30 teachers, Tweedy Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 22:1. 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.

Tweedy Elementary School, located at 9724 Pinehurst Ave. in South Gate, California, is a public school serving students in the Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD). As a local neighborhood institution, it provides foundational education for children in the South Gate community, focusing on academic development, social-emotional learning, and preparing students for the transition to middle school. The school operates within a diverse urban environment and is committed to supporting the educational needs of its student population through state-aligned curricula and various support programs.

The school is an integral part of the South Gate community, often serving as a hub for local families. Like many schools within the LAUSD system, Tweedy Elementary emphasizes the importance of inclusivity and academic achievement. The faculty and staff typically strive to foster a positive school climate that encourages student participation in both core subjects and extracurricular activities, aiming to equip young learners with the essential skills necessary for long-term success in an increasingly competitive educational landscape.

For more information, contact Tweedy Elementary at (323) 568-2828 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.