NEW DESIGNS CHARTER SCHOOL-WATTS

New Designs Charter School-Watts 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 490 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 15 teachers, New Designs Charter School-Watts has a student/teacher ratio of about 32:1. 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.

New Designs Charter School-Watts is a tuition-free, public charter school serving students in the Los Angeles area. Situated on South Avalon Boulevard, the school is part of a small network of campuses dedicated to providing a rigorous, college-preparatory education with a specific emphasis on engineering, technology, and architecture. By integrating a specialized STEM-focused curriculum with core academic subjects, the school aims to prepare its diverse student body for the demands of higher education and the modern workforce.

The school is known for fostering a structured learning environment that prioritizes academic excellence, character development, and individualized support. Beyond traditional classroom instruction, New Designs Charter School-Watts often emphasizes project-based learning to help students develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills. By maintaining smaller class sizes and a clear vision for post-secondary success, the institution seeks to provide local families with a robust educational alternative that equips students with the technical and academic proficiencies necessary to thrive in competitive professional fields.

For more information, contact New Designs Charter School-Watts at (323) 418-0600 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.