DOLORES HUERTA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Dolores Huerta 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 443 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 18 teachers, Dolores Huerta 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.

Dolores Huerta Elementary School is a public school located in the historic Central-Alameda neighborhood of South Los Angeles. As part of the Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD), the school serves a predominantly Hispanic/Latino community and is dedicated to providing a rigorous academic environment that prepares students for success in a diverse society. Named after the iconic labor leader and civil rights activist Dolores Huerta, the school emphasizes the values of community engagement, advocacy, and educational equity.

The school’s curriculum focuses on core academic standards while fostering an inclusive environment that supports students from various linguistic and socioeconomic backgrounds. By leveraging its connection to the LAUSD system, the school offers resources aimed at holistic student development, including literacy programs, technology integration, and social-emotional support. Through its commitment to its namesake’s legacy, the school encourages students to become active, informed citizens who are proud of their heritage and prepared to contribute meaningfully to their community.

For more information, contact Dolores Huerta Elementary at (323) 846-4820 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.