HUMANITIES AND ARTS (HARTS) ACADEMY OF LOS ANGELES

Humanities and Arts (HARTS) Academy of Los Angeles is a Title I public high school that is part of the Los Angeles Unified school district, located in Harbor City, CA with about 489 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 25 teachers, Humanities and Arts (HARTS) Academy of Los Angeles has a student/teacher ratio of about 19:1. 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 Humanities and Arts (HARTS) Academy of Los Angeles, located in Harbor City, is a specialized public middle school (part of the Los Angeles Unified School District) that centers its curriculum on the intersection of rigorous academics and creative expression. The school is designed to provide students with a well-rounded education, emphasizing critical thinking, literacy, and social-emotional development while integrating visual and performing arts into the daily learning experience. By fostering a culture of inquiry and creativity, the academy aims to prepare students for success in high-level high school programs and beyond.

Beyond its academic focus, HARTS Academy is known for cultivating a tight-knit school community that prioritizes inclusivity and student engagement. The school leverages its unique thematic focus to encourage students to explore their personal identities and voices through various artistic mediums, such as music, dance, theater, and fine arts. With a dedicated focus on preparing students for the 21st-century workforce, the academy balances its artistic enrichment with strong support systems, ensuring that students develop the foundational skills necessary to thrive in a diverse and evolving society.

For more information, contact Humanities and Arts (HARTS) Academy of Los Angeles at (310) 257-4300 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.