GRATTS LEARNING ACADEMY FOR YOUNG SCHOLARS (GLAYS)

Gratts Learning Academy for Young Scholars (GLAYS) is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Los Angeles Unified school district, located in Los Angeles, CA with about 546 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 6th 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 22 teachers, Gratts Learning Academy for Young Scholars (GLAYS) 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.

Gratts Learning Academy for Young Scholars (GLAYS) is a public elementary school located in the Westlake neighborhood of Los Angeles, operating under the jurisdiction of the Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD). Situated on Lucas Avenue, the school serves a diverse urban population and focuses on providing a structured academic environment for students in the primary grades. As a "Learning Academy," the school emphasizes foundational literacy and numeracy skills while fostering a supportive community designed to prepare young scholars for long-term academic success.

The academy is characterized by its commitment to student-centered instruction and the integration of technology into the classroom to enhance the learning experience. By maintaining a focus on core subjects alongside character development, GLAYS aims to provide its students with the essential tools needed to excel in their later educational pursuits. Through its association with the LAUSD, the school benefits from district-wide resources, specialized programs, and a dedicated faculty focused on meeting the unique needs of families in the downtown Los Angeles area.

For more information, contact Gratts Learning Academy for Young Scholars (GLAYS) at (213) 250-2932 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.