SCH OF HIST AND DRAMATIC ARTS AT SONIA SOTOMAYOR LRNG ACADS

Sch of Hist and Dramatic Arts at Sonia Sotomayor Lrng Acads is a Title I public high school that is part of the Los Angeles Unified school district, located in Los Angeles, CA with about 283 students offering grade levels from 9th 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 13 teachers, Sch of Hist and Dramatic Arts at Sonia Sotomayor Lrng Acads 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 School of History and Dramatic Arts (SOHDA) is a specialized pilot school located within the Sonia Sotomayor Learning Academies campus in Los Angeles, California. Operating as part of the Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD), the school utilizes an innovative "small learning community" model designed to provide students with a rigorous, personalized education. Its academic philosophy centers on the integration of humanities, history, and the performing arts, aiming to foster both intellectual curiosity and creative expression in its student body.

Beyond its focus on traditional core subjects, SOHDA emphasizes project-based learning and interdisciplinary collaboration, allowing students to explore historical narratives through the lens of dramatic performance and visual storytelling. By combining high academic standards with artistic exploration, the school prepares its students for both post-secondary education and professional pathways in the creative and social sciences. The program is committed to serving the diverse needs of the local community, promoting a culture of critical thinking, civic engagement, and artistic excellence.

For more information, contact Sch of Hist and Dramatic Arts at Sonia Sotomayor Lrng Acads at (323) 276-5500 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.