ALLIANCE COLLEGE-READY MIDDLE ACADEMY 8

Alliance College-Ready Middle Academy 8 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 440 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 17 teachers, Alliance College-Ready Middle Academy 8 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.

Alliance College-Ready Middle Academy 8 (CRMA 8), located in the Boyle Heights neighborhood of Los Angeles, is a public charter school serving students in grades 6 through 8. As part of the Alliance College-Ready Public Schools network, the academy is founded on the core mission of closing the achievement gap by preparing students from historically underserved communities for success in high school, college, and beyond. The school utilizes a personalized learning model designed to meet students where they are academically, emphasizing rigorous instruction in core subjects while fostering a supportive and disciplined campus culture.

Beyond its academic curriculum, CRMA 8 places a strong focus on college readiness, character development, and community engagement. By maintaining smaller class sizes and integrating technology into the daily classroom experience, the school aims to provide a tailored educational environment that encourages critical thinking and leadership skills. Through its commitment to a "college-going" identity, the academy strives to ensure that all students—regardless of their background—are equipped with the academic foundation and social-emotional tools necessary to thrive in competitive four-year universities and professional careers.

For more information, contact Alliance College-Ready Middle Academy 8 at (323) 269-2156 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.