CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL

Central High is a Title I public high school that is part of the Los Angeles Unified school district, located in Los Angeles, CA with about 503 students offering grade levels from 9th 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 26 teachers, Central High has a student/teacher ratio of about 19:1. 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.

Central High School, located at 716 E. 14th St. in Los Angeles, is part of the Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD). It operates as a continuation high school, specifically designed to support students who may benefit from a more flexible or personalized educational environment than that offered by a traditional comprehensive high school. The school focuses on credit recovery and academic intervention, providing students with the resources necessary to overcome educational hurdles, complete their graduation requirements, and stay on the path toward a diploma.

Beyond its academic focus, Central High serves as an essential resource for the local community, emphasizing student support and individualized guidance. By maintaining smaller class settings and specialized instructional strategies, the school aims to re-engage students and improve graduation outcomes. The school’s presence in the 90021 ZIP code places it in an urban setting, where it plays a critical role in addressing the unique needs of a diverse student body within the LAUSD system.

For more information, contact Central High at (213) 745-1901 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.