YORKDALE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Yorkdale 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 241 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 11 teachers, Yorkdale Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 21:1. 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.

Yorkdale Elementary School, located in the Highland Park neighborhood of Los Angeles, is a public school serving students from transitional kindergarten through fifth grade as part of the Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD). The school is known for being a small, tight-knit community that prioritizes a supportive environment for its diverse student body. It emphasizes foundational academic skills while striving to foster a positive culture that encourages both social-emotional development and student engagement.

The school’s curriculum is designed to meet the rigorous standards of the LAUSD, with a focus on literacy, mathematics, and critical thinking. Beyond core academics, Yorkdale seeks to enrich the student experience through various extracurricular opportunities and community involvement initiatives. By leveraging its location within the Highland Park area, the school works to maintain strong partnerships with local families, aiming to create a collaborative atmosphere where students are well-prepared for their transition to middle school.

For more information, contact Yorkdale Elementary at (323) 255-0587 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.