BARACK OBAMA GLOBAL PREPARATION ACADEMY

Barack Obama Global Preparation Academy is a Title I public middle school that is part of the Los Angeles Unified school district, located in Los Angeles, CA with about 398 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 22 teachers, Barack Obama Global Preparation Academy has a student/teacher ratio of about 18:1. 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.

Barack Obama Global Preparation Academy (often referred to as Obama Prep) is a public middle school located in the Exposition Park neighborhood of Los Angeles, serving students in grades 6–8 as part of the Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD). The school is designed to foster a rigorous academic environment that prepares students for the challenges of high school and beyond. Its curriculum focuses on preparing students for college and career readiness, emphasizing core subjects while integrating technology and global perspectives to help students navigate an increasingly interconnected world.

Beyond academics, the academy places a strong emphasis on character development and community involvement, striving to uphold the legacy of its namesake by encouraging leadership and social responsibility among its student body. The school provides various extracurricular activities, support programs, and community resources intended to create a holistic learning environment. By focusing on both intellectual growth and civic engagement, Obama Prep aims to empower its students to become proactive, informed, and contributing members of their local and global communities.

For more information, contact Barack Obama Global Preparation Academy at (323) 421-1700 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.