JOHN H. LIECHTY MIDDLE SCHOOL

John H. Liechty Middle is a Title I public middle school that is part of the Los Angeles Unified school district, located in Los Angeles, CA with about 978 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 8th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. 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 43 teachers, John H. Liechty Middle 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.

John H. Liechty Middle School, located in the Westlake district of Los Angeles, is a public middle school serving students within the Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD). Situated on South Union Avenue, the school is deeply integrated into the dense, urban fabric of its community. It focuses on providing a comprehensive middle school education designed to prepare students academically and socially for the transition to high school, emphasizing core curriculum standards while catering to a diverse student population typical of the surrounding neighborhood.

As part of the LAUSD system, the school prioritizes student growth through a mix of academic instruction, extracurricular opportunities, and support services. Its location in a high-density area means the school often acts as a community hub, striving to meet the unique socioeconomic needs of its students. By fostering an environment centered on student achievement and collaborative learning, John H. Liechty Middle School aims to equip its young learners with the essential skills and critical thinking abilities necessary for success in their future academic and professional endeavors.

For more information, contact John H. Liechty Middle at (213) 989-1200 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.