DR. MAYA ANGELOU COMMUNITY HIGH SCHOOL

Dr. Maya Angelou Community 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 1,035 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 46 teachers, Dr. Maya Angelou Community High has a student/teacher ratio of about 22:1. 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.

Dr. Maya Angelou Community High School, located in the South Los Angeles area, operates under the Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD). Named in honor of the renowned poet and civil rights activist, the school is designed to reflect her legacy by fostering a culture of academic achievement, social responsibility, and resilience. As part of a broader educational campus, it serves a diverse urban student population with a mission to prepare graduates for both college and 21st-century career paths.

The school emphasizes a holistic approach to learning, utilizing small learning communities to provide students with personalized academic support and mentorship. Beyond traditional classroom instruction, Dr. Maya Angelou Community High integrates technology and project-based learning to engage students in real-world problem solving. By leveraging community partnerships and a supportive campus environment, the school aims to empower its students to become leaders who are deeply connected to their local community and equipped to succeed in a global society.

For more information, contact Dr. Maya Angelou Community High at (323) 846-4600 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.