DR. SAMMY LEE MEDICAL AND HEALTH SCIENCE MAGNET ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Dr. Sammy Lee Medical and Health Science Magnet 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 648 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. Sammy Lee Medical and Health Science Magnet Elementary 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.

Dr. Sammy Lee Medical and Health Science Magnet Elementary, located in the Koreatown area of Los Angeles, is a specialized magnet school within the Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD). The school is designed to provide students with a rigorous academic foundation while fostering an early interest in the medical and health science fields. Through its magnet curriculum, the school integrates STEM concepts and health-related studies into daily learning, aiming to prepare students for future academic success in science-focused secondary programs.

Beyond its specialized curriculum, the school serves as a vibrant community hub that emphasizes holistic development and student engagement. By focusing on health sciences, the school encourages critical thinking, inquiry-based learning, and an awareness of wellness. With its location on Council Street, the school provides a structured, supportive environment where students from various backgrounds can explore specialized interests, preparing them not only for middle school but for becoming informed, health-conscious citizens.

For more information, contact Dr. Sammy Lee Medical and Health Science Magnet Elementary at (213) 368-8775 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.