ANIMO ELLEN OCHOA CHARTER MIDDLE SCHOOL

Animo Ellen Ochoa 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 371 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 20 teachers, Animo Ellen Ochoa Charter Middle 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.

Animo Ellen Ochoa Charter Middle School, located in the Boyle Heights neighborhood of Los Angeles, is part of the Green Dot Public Schools network, one of the most prominent charter school organizations in the United States. The school is named in honor of Dr. Ellen Ochoa, the first Hispanic woman to go to space, reflecting its commitment to fostering high aspirations, academic excellence, and a strong sense of community among its students. As a public charter school, it operates with the mission of preparing students for success in high school, college, and beyond, often serving a demographic that has historically been underserved by the traditional public school system.

The school emphasizes a rigorous, college-preparatory curriculum combined with a supportive school culture that prioritizes personalized attention and character development. By utilizing the Green Dot model, Animo Ellen Ochoa focuses on small class sizes, data-driven instruction, and meaningful partnerships with families to ensure that students reach grade-level proficiency. With a focus on social-emotional learning alongside core academics, the school aims to cultivate well-rounded, responsible citizens who are equipped to navigate both the challenges of higher education and the complexities of their local community.

For more information, contact Animo Ellen Ochoa Charter Middle at (323) 565-3245 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.