ARTS IN ACTION COMMUNITY MIDDLE SCHOOL

Arts in Action Community 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 122 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 6 teachers, Arts in Action Community Middle has a student/teacher ratio of about 20:1. 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.

Arts in Action Community Middle School (AIA), located in the Boyle Heights neighborhood of Los Angeles, is a tuition-free public charter school that emphasizes a robust integration of the arts into a rigorous academic curriculum. Serving students in grades 6 through 8, the school is built on the philosophy that artistic expression is a vital tool for critical thinking, empathy, and social-emotional growth. By blending core subjects like math, science, and humanities with daily arts instruction, AIA aims to foster a creative environment where students are encouraged to find their voices and engage deeply with their community.

The school is particularly recognized for its commitment to social justice and "whole-child" development. Beyond traditional academics, Arts in Action prioritizes restorative justice practices and a culture of inclusivity, ensuring that students feel supported in their personal and intellectual maturation. With its focus on developing well-rounded, socially conscious leaders, the school provides an alternative educational experience that empowers middle-schoolers to connect their classroom learning to the real world through performances, visual arts, and collaborative projects.

For more information, contact Arts in Action Community Middle at (323) 266-4371 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.