ACADEMY OF MEDICAL ARTS AT CARSON HIGH SCHOOL

The Academy of Medical Arts at Carson High (AMA) is a specialized small learning community located within the Carson High School campus in the Los Angeles Unified School District. The school is specifically designed for students with a strong interest in pursuing careers in the healthcare and medical fields. By integrating a rigorous academic curriculum with specialized career-technical education (CTE), the academy aims to provide students with the foundational knowledge and practical skills necessary to succeed in post-secondary medical training and professional environments.

Beyond its core academic offerings, the Academy of Medical Arts emphasizes hands-on learning, mentorship, and real-world exposure to the healthcare industry. Students often benefit from partnerships with local medical institutions, guest speakers, and project-based learning opportunities that bridge the gap between classroom theory and clinical application. By fostering a supportive, career-focused environment, the school prepares its graduates to meet the high demands of the medical profession while maintaining a focus on community service and patient advocacy.

22328 S. Main St.
Carson, CA 90745-4525
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ACADEMY OF MEDICAL ARTS AT CARSON HIGH SCHOOL is a public Title I school in Carson, CA with about 506 enrolled students. See other public high schools in California

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
High School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
506
Teachers:
24.5
NSLP Status:1
No
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide school
Virtual:
Supplemental Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
9th Grade
10th Grade
11th Grade
12th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 506 students

Asian
42.5%
Hispanic/Latino
41.5%
Black or African American
7.7%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
4.3%
White
2.2%
Two or more races
1.8%

Female
63.4%
Male
36.6%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.