WEST ADAMS PREPARATORY HIGH SCHOOL

West Adams Preparatory 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 1,491 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 71 teachers, West Adams Preparatory High 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.

West Adams Preparatory High School, located in the historic area of Los Angeles, California, is a comprehensive public high school within the Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD). As a neighborhood school, it serves a diverse urban population, offering a structured academic environment aimed at preparing students for post-secondary education and career success. The campus is designed to foster a supportive learning community, utilizing resources typical of a large district school to provide students with a standard core curriculum, specialized electives, and various extracurricular opportunities.

The school operates with a focus on academic achievement and personal development, emphasizing the importance of graduating students who are college and career-ready. By providing access to counseling, academic support services, and a range of clubs or athletic programs, West Adams Prep seeks to engage its student body beyond the classroom. As part of LAUSD, the school adheres to district-wide educational standards while working to address the unique needs of its local community, aiming to create a pathway for student advancement in a fast-paced urban landscape.

For more information, contact West Adams Preparatory High at (323) 373-2500 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.