DIEGO RIVERA LEARNING COMPLEX GREEN DESIGN STEAM ACADEMY

Diego Rivera Learning Complex Green Design STEAM Academy is a Title I public high school that is part of the Los Angeles Unified school district, located in Los Angeles, CA with about 505 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 24 teachers, Diego Rivera Learning Complex Green Design STEAM Academy 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 Diego Rivera Learning Complex (DRLC) Green Design STEAM Academy, located in South Los Angeles, is a specialized high school within the Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD) that focuses on the integration of science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics. The school is built upon the philosophy of "Green Design," emphasizing environmental sustainability and architectural innovation. By blending rigorous academic coursework with hands-on, project-based learning, the academy aims to prepare students for the demands of the 21st-century workforce, particularly in fields related to urban planning, environmental engineering, and sustainable design.

Beyond its technical focus, the academy functions as part of a larger, multi-school learning complex designed to revitalize the community through education. The school prioritizes a student-centered environment that fosters critical thinking and community engagement, encouraging learners to apply their classroom knowledge to real-world ecological and societal challenges. By offering a curriculum rich in both technical skill-building and creative expression, the Green Design STEAM Academy serves as a hub for students who are passionate about exploring how design and technology can contribute to a more sustainable and equitable future.

For more information, contact Diego Rivera Learning Complex Green Design STEAM Academy at (323) 846-2108 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.