DR. THEODORE T. ALEXANDER JR. SCIENCE CENTER

Dr. Theodore T. Alexander Jr. Science Center is a Title I public charter elementary school that is part of the Los Angeles Unified school district, located in Los Angeles, CA with about 649 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 25 teachers, Dr. Theodore T. Alexander Jr. Science Center has a student/teacher ratio of about 25:1. 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.

The Dr. Theodore T. Alexander Jr. Science Center is a specialized public elementary school located in the Exposition Park area of Los Angeles. As part of the Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD), the school is characterized by its dedicated focus on Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) education. By integrating scientific inquiry and hands-on learning into its core curriculum, the school aims to foster critical thinking and academic curiosity in its students from an early age, preparing them for the demands of a technology-driven future.

Strategically located near major educational and cultural institutions like the University of Southern California and the California Science Center, the school leverages its environment to enrich its academic programs. The institution is committed to creating a supportive learning community that emphasizes both academic achievement and the development of strong character. By providing a rigorous, science-centered foundation, the Dr. Theodore T. Alexander Jr. Science Center seeks to empower its diverse student body to become innovative problem solvers and lifelong learners.

For more information, contact Dr. Theodore T. Alexander Jr. Science Center at (213) 746-1995 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.