ALLIANCE JACK H. SKIRBALL MIDDLE SCHOOL

Alliance Jack H. Skirball Middle is a Title I public charter middle school that is part of the Los Angeles Unified school district, located in Los Angeles, CA with about 432 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 8th 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 17 teachers, Alliance Jack H. Skirball Middle has a student/teacher ratio of about 25:1. 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.

Alliance Jack H. Skirball Middle Academy is a public charter middle school located in the Watts neighborhood of Los Angeles, California. As part of the Alliance College-Ready Public Schools network, the institution is dedicated to preparing students in historically underserved communities for success in high school, college, and beyond. The school emphasizes a rigorous academic curriculum, personalized learning experiences, and a supportive culture that focuses on both intellectual growth and social-emotional development.

Beyond its core academic offerings, Skirball Middle is known for maintaining a high-expectations environment aimed at closing the achievement gap. The school utilizes a data-driven approach to instruction and provides students with extended learning opportunities, such as after-school programs and extracurricular activities, to foster a well-rounded educational experience. By prioritizing a college-going identity and strong partnerships with families, the school strives to empower its diverse student body to become future leaders within their community and the broader global society.

For more information, contact Alliance Jack H. Skirball Middle at (323) 905-1377 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.