CONTRERAS LEARNING CENTER-SCHOOL OF SOCIAL JUSTICE

Contreras Learning Center-School of Social Justice is a Title I public high school that is part of the Los Angeles Unified school district, located in Los Angeles, CA with about 454 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 20 teachers, Contreras Learning Center-School of Social Justice 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.

The **Contreras Learning Center - School of Social Justice (SSJ)** is a specialized pilot school located within the Edward R. Roybal Learning Center complex in the Westlake neighborhood of Los Angeles. As part of the Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD), the school is founded on the principles of equity, advocacy, and civic engagement. It aims to empower its students—many of whom are from historically underserved communities—to become critical thinkers and active participants in their local and global societies.

The school’s curriculum is uniquely designed to integrate social justice themes into core academic subjects, encouraging students to analyze societal structures and work toward community improvement. Beyond traditional academics, SSJ places a strong emphasis on personalized learning, restorative justice practices, and strong student-teacher relationships. By fostering a culture of leadership and social responsibility, the School of Social Justice strives to prepare its graduates not only for success in higher education but for impactful roles as informed and compassionate citizens.

For more information, contact Contreras Learning Center-School of Social Justice at (213) 240-3800 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.