LOS ANGELES ACADEMY OF ARTS & ENTERPRISE CHARTER

Los Angeles Academy of Arts & Enterprise Charter is a Title I public charter high school that is part of the Los Angeles Unified school district, located in Los Angeles, CA with about 348 students offering grade levels from 6th 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 17 teachers, Los Angeles Academy of Arts & Enterprise Charter has a student/teacher ratio of about 20:1. 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 Los Angeles Academy of Arts & Enterprise (LAAAE) is a secondary charter school located in the Westlake district of Los Angeles, serving students in grades 6 through 12. The school distinguishes itself by integrating a rigorous academic curriculum with a specialized focus on the arts and enterprise. Its educational model is designed to provide students with a comprehensive foundation that bridges core academic requirements—such as math, science, and humanities—with practical training in artistic disciplines and professional business skills.

The school’s mission emphasizes fostering a creative and entrepreneurial mindset, preparing students not only for university education but also for competitive career paths in the creative economy. By combining a college-preparatory environment with hands-on exposure to arts and business management, LAAAE aims to develop well-rounded, innovative graduates who are equipped to navigate the demands of the modern workforce. The campus serves as a hub for students seeking an alternative to the traditional public school experience, prioritizing personalized development and the cultivation of leadership through a blend of traditional instruction and creative exploration.

For more information, contact Los Angeles Academy of Arts & Enterprise Charter at (213) 487-0600 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

1200 W. Colton St.
Los Angeles, CA 90026-5816
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LOS ANGELES ACADEMY OF ARTS & ENTERPRISE CHARTER is a public Title I Charter school in Los Angeles, CA with about 348 enrolled students. See other public high schools in California

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
High School
Charter School:*
Yes
Los Angeles Unified
Total Students:
348
Teachers:
17
NSLP Status:1
No
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I targeted assistance school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
6th Grade
7th Grade
8th Grade
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 348 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending LOS ANGELES ACADEMY OF ARTS & ENTERPRISE CHARTER is predominantly Hispanic/Latino, representing about 97% of the student body.

Hispanic/Latino
96.8%
Two or more races
1.7%
White
0.6%
Black or African American
0.6%
Asian
0.3%

Female
51.1%
Male
48.9%

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.