AVALON HIGH SCHOOL

Avalon High is a Title I public high school that is part of the Los Angeles Unified school district, located in Wilmington, CA with about 83 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th 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 3 teachers, Avalon High has a student/teacher ratio of about 27:1. 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.

Avalon High School, located in Wilmington, California, is a public secondary school operating under the jurisdiction of the Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD). Situated in the heart of the harbor area, the school serves a diverse student population, primarily focusing on providing a comprehensive educational experience that prepares students for post-secondary success. Like many schools in the Wilmington community, Avalon High is dedicated to supporting students through a combination of rigorous academic coursework, elective programs, and various support services designed to address the unique needs of its local demographic.

Beyond its academic curriculum, Avalon High functions as an essential community hub within the Wilmington neighborhood. The school emphasizes student engagement through extracurricular activities, sports, and community involvement initiatives, aiming to foster a positive school culture. By aligning its educational goals with the broader objectives of the LAUSD, Avalon High strives to empower its students with the critical thinking skills and technical knowledge necessary to navigate the challenges of higher education and the modern workforce.

For more information, contact Avalon High at (310) 549-2112 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

1425 N. Avalon Blvd.
Wilmington, CA 90744-1506
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AVALON HIGH SCHOOL is a public Title I school in Wilmington, CA with about 83 enrolled students. See other public high schools in California

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
High School
(Alternative Education School)
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
83
Teachers:
3
NSLP Status:1
No
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide school
Virtual:
Supplemental Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
9th Grade
10th Grade
11th Grade
12th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 83 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending AVALON HIGH SCHOOL is predominantly Hispanic/Latino, representing about 92% of the student body.

Hispanic/Latino
91.6%
Black or African American
3.6%
American Indian or Alaska Native
2.4%
Asian
2.4%

Female
39.8%
Male
60.2%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.