SAN FERNANDO INSTITUTE OF APPLIED MEDIA

San Fernando Institute of Applied Media is a Title I public middle school that is part of the Los Angeles Unified school district, located in San Fernando, CA with about 410 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 21 teachers, San Fernando Institute of Applied Media has a student/teacher ratio of about 19:1. 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.

The San Fernando Institute of Applied Media (SFIAM) is a specialized public magnet school located in San Fernando, California, that functions within the Los Angeles Unified School District. The school is defined by its career-technical education (CTE) focus, integrating a rigorous academic curriculum with hands-on training in digital media, film production, graphic design, and broadcasting. By prioritizing industry-standard software and collaborative project-based learning, SFIAM aims to prepare its students for both higher education and the competitive professional landscape of the entertainment and creative industries.

Beyond its technical focus, the institute emphasizes a culture of community and critical thinking, encouraging students to leverage media as a tool for storytelling and civic engagement. The school’s environment is designed to simulate a professional studio setting, fostering mentorship between students and industry professionals. By combining core subjects—such as mathematics, science, and humanities—with specialized media pathways, SFIAM provides a comprehensive educational experience intended to develop well-rounded, tech-savvy graduates equipped for the modern workforce.

For more information, contact San Fernando Institute of Applied Media at (818) 837-5455 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.