School Overview
The Academy for Multilingual Arts and Sciences (AMAS) at Mervyn M. Dymally High School is a public secondary school located in South Los Angeles, operating within the Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD). The school is designed to provide a specialized, rigorous academic environment that emphasizes both linguistic proficiency and mastery of the arts and sciences. By integrating these disciplines, the academy seeks to prepare a diverse student body for post-secondary success, focusing on fostering global citizenship, critical thinking, and communication skills in an increasingly interconnected world.

As part of the Dymally High School campus, the academy benefits from a modern facility and a curriculum that prioritizes academic achievement and personal growth. The school is committed to supporting its students through a comprehensive approach that includes specialized instruction, elective opportunities in the arts, and pathways in scientific exploration. By centering its mission on multilingualism and interdisciplinary learning, the academy aims to empower students to navigate the complexities of higher education and the modern workforce with a broad, culturally responsive perspective.
751
Total Students
38.5
Full-Time Teachers
19.5
Student/Teacher Ratio
85.6%
Free/Reduced Lunch
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: High School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: N/A
District: Los Angeles Unified
Phone: (323)565-4600
Website: http://www.dymallyhs-lausd-ca.schoolloop.com
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 751
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 38.5
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 19.5
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 629
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 14
Grades Taught
9th
10th
11th
12th

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught at Mervyn M. Dymally High
Grade
9th
10th
11th
12th
Nearby High Schools (Within 10 Miles)