JAIME ESCALANTE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Jaime Escalante Elementary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Los Angeles Unified school district, located in Cudahy, CA with about 568 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 24 teachers, Jaime Escalante Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 23:1. 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.

Jaime Escalante Elementary, located in Cudahy, California, is a public school serving students in the Los Angeles Unified School District. Named after the legendary educator famously depicted in the film *Stand and Deliver*, the school aims to uphold a legacy of high academic expectations and student empowerment. It serves a predominantly Hispanic community, providing a foundational educational environment that focuses on literacy, mathematics, and social-emotional development to prepare students for success in middle school and beyond.

As a community-centered institution, the school places significant emphasis on fostering a supportive learning atmosphere that encourages parental involvement and student participation. The campus offers a variety of programs designed to meet the diverse needs of its student population, including English Language Learner support and enrichment activities. By promoting a culture of perseverance and hard work—the hallmarks of its namesake—Jaime Escalante Elementary strives to provide every student with the tools necessary to achieve their full academic potential despite the socioeconomic challenges often faced by families in the surrounding area.

For more information, contact Jaime Escalante Elementary at (323) 890-2340 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.