School Overview
The **Sophia T. Salvin Special Education Center**, located in the historic West Adams area of Los Angeles, is a dedicated facility within the Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD). The school serves students with moderate to severe disabilities, ranging from ages 3 to 22. It is specifically designed to provide a highly structured, supportive environment for learners who require specialized instruction, therapeutic support, and individualized attention that may not be available in a traditional general education setting.

The center focuses on a holistic approach to education, emphasizing the development of functional academic skills, communication, social interaction, and independent living abilities. To meet the complex needs of its student body, the school employs a multidisciplinary team—including special education teachers, speech therapists, occupational therapists, and nurses—who work collaboratively to implement Individualized Education Programs (IEPs). By fostering a safe and inclusive campus culture, the school aims to help each student reach their personal potential and improve their quality of life.
59
Total Students
10.5
Full-Time Teachers
5.6
Student/Teacher Ratio
147.5%
Free/Reduced Lunch
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Other
School Type: Special Education School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: N/A
District: Los Angeles Unified
Phone: (323)731-0703
Website: http://salvinsec-lausd-ca.schoolloop.com
Grade Range: K - 10th
Total Students: 59
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 10.5
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 5.6
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 84
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 3
Grades Taught
KG
1st
2nd
3rd
4th
5th
6th
7th
8th
9th
10th

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught at Sophia T. Salvin Special Education Center
Grade
KG
1st
2nd
3rd
4th
5th
6th
7th
8th
9th
10th
Nearby Others (Within 10 Miles)