LA'S PROMISE CHARTER MIDDLE #1

LA's Promise Charter Middle #1 is a Title I public charter middle school that is part of the Los Angeles County Office of Education school district, located in Los Angeles, CA with about 184 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 10 teachers, LA's Promise Charter Middle #1 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.

**LA’s Promise Charter Middle School #1** is an urban public charter school located in the Vermont Square neighborhood of South Los Angeles. Operated by the LA Promise Fund, the school was established as part of a broader educational initiative designed to improve academic outcomes in historically underserved communities. It operates with a focus on preparing students for success in high school and beyond by providing a rigorous academic environment paired with wraparound support services.

The school is notable for its commitment to a "whole-child" approach, integrating rigorous core academics with social-emotional learning and community-based resources. Because the school is situated in a high-need area, it prioritizes small class sizes, personalized instruction, and a strong partnership between educators, families, and the local community. By focusing on both college readiness and the personal development of its students, LA’s Promise Charter Middle School #1 aims to bridge the achievement gap and provide its scholars with the tools necessary to navigate both their education and their future career paths.

For more information, contact LA's Promise Charter Middle #1 at (213) 745-4928 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.