ANIMO JACKIE ROBINSON HIGH SCHOOL

Animo Jackie Robinson High 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 608 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 30 teachers, Animo Jackie Robinson High 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.

Animo Jackie Robinson High School (AJR) is a public charter high school located in the South Los Angeles area, managed by the Green Dot Public Schools network. True to the mission of its parent organization, the school is designed to serve students in historically underserved communities, focusing on providing a rigorous, college-preparatory education. The school emphasizes small class sizes and a supportive learning environment, aiming to ensure that every student is equipped with the academic foundation and critical thinking skills necessary to succeed in four-year universities.

Beyond its academic curriculum, Animo Jackie Robinson places a strong emphasis on character development and community engagement, drawing inspiration from the values of its namesake, baseball legend and civil rights icon Jackie Robinson. The school promotes a culture of leadership, perseverance, and social responsibility, encouraging students to act as positive agents of change within their local community. By blending high academic standards with a focus on holistic student growth, AJR strives to bridge the achievement gap and prepare its graduates for professional and personal success in the 21st century.

For more information, contact Animo Jackie Robinson High at (323) 846-5800 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.