SALLY RIDE ELEMENTARY: A SMART ACADEMY

Sally Ride Elementary: A SMArT Academy is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Los Angeles Unified school district, located in Los Angeles, CA with about 560 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 24 teachers, Sally Ride Elementary: A SMArT Academy 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.

Sally Ride Elementary, located in the South Los Angeles community, operates as a "SMArT Academy," which stands for Science, Mathematics, and Art. As part of the Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD), the school emphasizes an integrated curriculum designed to boost student engagement by blending rigorous STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) instruction with creative arts education. This multi-disciplinary approach aims to foster critical thinking, problem-solving skills, and student innovation within a supportive learning environment.

The school serves a diverse student population and is committed to preparing its pupils for future academic success through a focus on project-based learning and hands-on experiences. By aligning its pedagogical focus with the legacy of its namesake, the astronaut and physicist Sally Ride, the academy encourages students—particularly those from underrepresented backgrounds—to pursue interests and potential careers in scientific and technical fields. The school acts as a focal point for the local neighborhood, striving to create a nurturing culture that balances academic excellence with artistic expression.

For more information, contact Sally Ride Elementary: A SMArT Academy at (323) 235-7117 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.