PUC INTERNATIONAL PREPARATORY ACADEMY

PUC International Preparatory Academy 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 84 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 8th 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 7 teachers, PUC International Preparatory Academy has a student/teacher ratio of about 12:1. 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.

PUC International Preparatory Academy (IPA), located on Colorado Boulevard in Los Angeles, is a public charter middle school operated by the Partnership to Uplift Communities (PUC) network. The school is built on the core mission of increasing graduation rates and college readiness within underserved communities. By fostering a culture of high expectations, the academy aims to bridge the achievement gap, ensuring that students from diverse backgrounds are intellectually prepared and socially equipped to succeed in higher education and beyond.

The academy emphasizes a rigorous academic curriculum integrated with a supportive school environment that prioritizes the personal growth of every student. Beyond standard classroom instruction, PUC IPA focuses on character development, community engagement, and a commitment to "college-ready" standards. By maintaining small class sizes and a collaborative relationship between educators, families, and the community, the school strives to empower its students to become leaders who can effect positive change in their neighborhoods and the broader world.

For more information, contact PUC International Preparatory Academy at (818) 559-7699 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.