HIGHLAND PARK CONTINUATION

Highland Park Continuation is a Title I public high school that is part of the Los Angeles Unified school district, located in Los Angeles, CA with about 71 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, Highland Park Continuation 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.

Highland Park Continuation High School, located in the Highland Park neighborhood of Los Angeles, is a specialized campus within the Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD). As a continuation school, its primary mission is to provide a flexible and supportive educational environment for students who may have fallen behind in credits or require a non-traditional setting to complete their high school graduation requirements. The school focuses on credit recovery, individualized instruction, and academic intervention, aiming to re-engage students who are at risk of dropping out and help them successfully earn their diplomas.

The campus culture at Highland Park is typically characterized by smaller class sizes and a more personalized teacher-to-student ratio, which allows staff to provide targeted social-emotional and academic support. By offering a curriculum tailored to students’ specific pacing needs and life circumstances, the school serves as a vital bridge for those seeking to overcome barriers to success. Through its structured yet adaptable approach, Highland Park Continuation remains dedicated to empowering students to overcome academic challenges and prepare for post-secondary opportunities or career pathways.

For more information, contact Highland Park Continuation at (323) 254-3421 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.