WEIGAND AVENUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Weigand 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 484 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, Weigand Avenue Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 24:1. 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.

Weigand Avenue Elementary School is a public school located in the Watts neighborhood of Los Angeles, California, serving students in grades Pre-K through 5. Part of the Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD), the school functions as a community hub, providing foundational education to a diverse student population in an urban setting. Its mission is focused on fostering academic growth, social-emotional development, and preparing students for the transition to middle school within the district’s framework.

Academically, the school emphasizes core subjects such as literacy and mathematics, often supported by various district-led initiatives designed to bridge achievement gaps and provide equitable resources to underserved areas. Like many schools in the Watts region, Weigand Avenue prioritizes a supportive environment that addresses the unique needs of its community, often incorporating programs that focus on student engagement, arts, and collaborative learning to ensure a well-rounded educational experience for its young learners.

For more information, contact Weigand Avenue Elementary at (323) 567-9606 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.