MONSENOR OSCAR ROMERO CHARTER MIDDLE SCHOOL

Monsenor Oscar Romero Charter 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 335 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 13 teachers, Monsenor Oscar Romero Charter 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.

Monsenor Oscar Romero Charter Middle School, located in the Pico-Union neighborhood of Los Angeles, is a public charter school that serves students in grades 6 through 8. Named in honor of the Salvadoran archbishop and human rights advocate Oscar Romero, the school emphasizes a community-centered approach to education. Its mission is deeply rooted in the values of social justice, advocacy, and academic excellence, aiming to empower students to become engaged, thoughtful leaders who contribute positively to their local and global communities.

The school is known for its commitment to providing a rigorous academic environment paired with strong social-emotional support. By focusing on a personalized learning model, Romero Charter strives to bridge achievement gaps and foster a culture of inclusivity and safety. Through its connection to the surrounding neighborhood, the school emphasizes the importance of civic responsibility, encouraging students to draw inspiration from the life of its namesake to pursue equity and service in their own academic and personal lives.

For more information, contact Monsenor Oscar Romero Charter Middle at (213) 413-9600 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.