SCHOOL OF ARTS AND ENTERPRISE

School of Arts and Enterprise is a Title I public charter high school with about 769 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 12th 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 33 teachers, School of Arts and Enterprise 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.

The School of Arts and Enterprise (SAE), located in downtown Pomona, California, is a public charter school that serves students in grades 6 through 12. Distinguished by its dual focus on rigorous academic preparation and comprehensive arts education, the school is designed for students who are passionate about creativity and professional artistic development. The curriculum integrates traditional core subjects—such as mathematics, science, and history—with specialized tracks in visual and performing arts, including digital media, film, music, dance, and theater.

Beyond its academic offerings, SAE is recognized for fostering a vibrant, collaborative culture that leverages its location in the Pomona Arts Colony to provide students with real-world exposure to the creative industry. By emphasizing critical thinking, technical skill-building, and project-based learning, the school aims to prepare its graduates not only for success in university settings but also for competitive careers in the 21st-century creative economy. The school's mission centers on empowering students to become innovative thinkers who are capable of bridging the gap between artistic expression and practical enterprise.

For more information, contact School of Arts and Enterprise at (909) 622-0699 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.