SCHOOL OF BUSINESS AND TOURISM AT CONTRERAS LEARNING COMPLEX

School of Business and Tourism at Contreras Learning Complex is a Title I public high school that is part of the Los Angeles Unified school district, located in Los Angeles, CA with about 449 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 21 teachers, School of Business and Tourism at Contreras Learning Complex has a student/teacher ratio of about 21:1. 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 School of Business and Tourism (BT) at the Contreras Learning Complex is a specialized public high school located in the Westlake district of Los Angeles, operating as part of the Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD). As a small learning community housed within the larger Contreras campus, the school is designed to provide students with a focused academic environment that emphasizes professional preparation alongside a rigorous standard curriculum.

The school’s core mission revolves around career technical education (CTE) with a specific emphasis on the business and hospitality industries. Through its specialized programming, BT aims to equip students with practical skills, financial literacy, and industry-relevant knowledge that prepares them for success in both higher education and the modern workforce. By leveraging its location in the heart of Los Angeles, the school provides students with a unique perspective on local economic drivers, particularly tourism and commerce, while maintaining a supportive setting tailored to foster college and career readiness.

For more information, contact School of Business and Tourism at Contreras Learning Complex at (213) 240-3800 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.