LIBERTAS COLLEGE PREPARATORY CHARTER
Libertas College Preparatory Charter 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 220 students offering grade levels from 4th 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 10 teachers, Libertas College Preparatory Charter 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.
Libertas College Preparatory Charter, located in the Leimert Park neighborhood of Los Angeles, is a tuition-free public charter school serving students in grades 5 through 8. Founded on the belief that every child deserves a rigorous education regardless of their socioeconomic background, the school emphasizes a college-preparatory curriculum designed to prepare students for success in high school and beyond. By focusing on a structured learning environment and high academic expectations, Libertas aims to close the achievement gap for students in the local community.
The school is characterized by a mission that integrates strong academic rigor with character development. Beyond the standard core subjects, Libertas places significant emphasis on literacy, mathematics, and critical thinking skills. They also prioritize a culture of community and responsibility, fostering an environment where students are encouraged to advocate for themselves and their future goals. Through its commitment to a long-term vision of college readiness, Libertas College Preparatory Charter serves as a dedicated academic pathway for families seeking a disciplined and supportive educational experience in South Los Angeles.
For more information, contact Libertas College Preparatory Charter at (424) 289-5818 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Los Angeles, CA 90008-1945
(424) 289-5818
http://libertascollegeprep.org
LIBERTAS COLLEGE PREPARATORY CHARTER is a public Title I Charter school in Los Angeles, CA with about 220 enrolled students. See other public middle schools in California
School Details
- Level:
- Middle School
- Charter School:*
-
Yes
Los Angeles Unified - District:
- Los Angeles Unified
- Total Students:
- 220
- Teachers:
- 10
- NSLP Status:1
- No
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Title I targeted assistance school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 220 students
The primary ethnicity of students attending LIBERTAS COLLEGE PREPARATORY CHARTER is predominantly Hispanic/Latino, representing about 72% of the student body.
- Hispanic/Latino
- 71.8%
- Black or African American
- 25.9%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 1.8%
- Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
- 0.5%
- Female
- 48.2%
- Male
- 51.8%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.