INDEPENDENCE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Independence 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 709 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 31 teachers, Independence 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.

Independence Elementary School is located on Victoria Avenue in South Gate, California, serving as a foundational academic institution within the Los Angeles Unified School District. As a neighborhood school, it is deeply embedded in the South Gate community, providing essential primary education services to local families. The school is characterized by its commitment to fostering early childhood development, focusing on core curriculum standards while creating an environment intended to support the diverse needs of its student population.

Beyond its academic mission, Independence Elementary serves as a vital community hub in this densely populated area of Southeast Los Angeles. Like many schools in the district, it emphasizes a structured learning environment designed to build literacy, numeracy, and social-emotional skills in its students. By providing a stable educational setting, the school plays a significant role in preparing local children for their transition to middle school and beyond, while reflecting the cultural and socioeconomic vibrancy of the South Gate region.

For more information, contact Independence Elementary at (323) 249-9559 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.