DOROTHY V. JOHNSON COMMUNITY DAY

Dorothy V. Johnson Community Day is a Title I public high school that is part of the Los Angeles Unified school district, located in Los Angeles, CA with about 51 students offering grade levels from 7th 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 5 teachers, Dorothy V. Johnson Community Day has a student/teacher ratio of about 10:1. 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.

Dorothy V. Johnson Community Day School (JCDS), located in the Watts area of Los Angeles, is part of the Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD). The school serves as a specialized alternative education setting designed to provide a structured, supportive environment for students who have faced challenges in traditional school settings. By offering smaller class sizes and a more personalized academic approach, the school focuses on re-engaging students in their education, improving their behavioral outcomes, and helping them get back on track toward graduation.

In addition to its academic curriculum, Dorothy V. Johnson Community Day emphasizes social-emotional learning and character development. The school works closely with families and community partners to provide targeted interventions and resources that address the unique needs of its student population. Through this holistic approach, JCDS aims to foster a safe and encouraging culture that empowers students to overcome obstacles, build self-discipline, and successfully transition back to comprehensive high school programs or pursue post-secondary opportunities.

For more information, contact Dorothy V. Johnson Community Day at (323) 568-8400 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.