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School for the Visual Arts and Humanities

701 South Catalina St., Los Angeles, CA, 90005

School for the Visual Arts and Humanities

701 South Catalina St., Los Angeles, CA, 90005

About School for the Visual Arts and Humanities

The School for the Visual Arts and Humanities in Los Angeles, California, is a public high school for students in grades 9–12. It focuses on combining academic learning with creative expression through programs in the performing arts, digital media, visual arts, and humanities studies. The school has about 500 to 600 students and a student-teacher ratio of about 20:1, which means that students can get more personalized instruction. The school says that 13% of students are good at math and 63% of students are good at reading, which means that literacy is better than math. Families researching nearby education options may also explore resources such as best high school in California for broader comparisons. The school might offer SAT prep and Advanced Placement (AP) classes, but students usually choose whether or not to take the SAT based on their college plans. The School for the Visual Arts and Humanities is known for its arts-centered curriculum and diverse student body. It gives students a creative way to learn along with traditional academics.

School for the Visual Arts and Humanities Contact Information

Address

701 South Catalina St., Los Angeles, CA, 90005

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Phone

(213) 480-4700

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Academic Performance

Subject Proficiency

Mathematics 13%
Reading 63%
State average proficiency is 13% in Math and 63% in Reading.
26
Full-time Teachers
19 : 1
Student-Teacher Ratio
2
Teachers In First Or Second Year (yrs)
493
Total Students
$58409
Avg. Teacher Salary
TOP 5629 IN STEM IN STATE

Robotics & STEM
at School for the Visual Arts and Humanities

2.5X
More likely to pursue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
2.5X
More likely to persue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
  • 🤖 Coding & Debugging
  • 🧪 Hobby Electronics and Engineering
  • 👩‍💻 Apply Math in Science and Engineering
  • 🛠️ 3D Printing
🚀
Hands-on with real robots
🏆
Led by competition winners
🎓
STEM career pathways

Recent News & Updates

New Playground Name

We are so excited to announce the name of our new playground! Following a school-wide and Robinson community vote we narrowed a large list of names down to four. Since our students will be using the playground on a daily basis, we gave them the final vote! 476.....

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School Timings

Regular School Hours

All Grades: 8:30 AM to 3:30 PM

Early Dismissal Days

Dismissal Time: 12:15 PM

Note: Doors open at 8:15 AM for student arrival. Please refer to the school calendar for specific early dismissal dates.

After School Activities

Information coming soon

School Session Dates

September to June

School session starts in September 1st week and ends in June 3rd week. For exact dates, please contact the school.

Student Demographics

White 1.83%
Asian 6.49%
Hispanic 88.84%
Black 2.03%
Two+ Races 0.61%
Native Am. 0%
White
1.83%
Asian
6.49%
Hispanic
88.84%
Black
2.03%
Two+ Races
0.61%
Native Am.
0%

Gender Distribution

Total Students: 493
52.54%
259 Female
47.46%
234 Male

Student Population

493 Students

With a student-teacher ratio of 19 : 1

Minority Enrollment

25%

Percentage of minority students

Students per Counselor

223 : 1

Student to counselor ratio

Remarkable Alumni

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Latest News

The School for the Visual Arts and Humanities recently showed off its lively creative community with a student showcase that featured visual art and multimedia projects. This was in line with the school's goal to help students express themselves through art and do well in college.

FAQ

Q1. Does the School for the Visual Arts and Humanities offer extracurricular activities?

Ans. Yes, students can join various arts and academic clubs.

Q2. Is college counseling available at the school?

Ans. Yes, the school provides guidance for college and career planning.

Q3. Do students participate in art exhibitions or performances?

Ans. Yes, students may showcase their work through exhibitions and school events.

Q4. Are advanced or honors courses offered?

Ans. Yes, eligible students may enroll in honors or advanced classes.

Q5. Does the school organize field trips related to arts and humanities?

Ans. Yes, students may attend educational trips to museums, galleries, or cultural sites.

Games & Extracurricular Activities

Sports

  • Soccer Club Grades 1-3 | Mon/Wed 3:30-4:30pm
  • Basketball Grades 2-4 | Tue/Thu 3:30-4:45pm
  • Track & Field Grades 3-5 | Fri 3:30-5:00pm

Arts

  • Art Club Grades K-2 | Mon 3:00-4:00pm
  • Drama Club Grades 3-5 | Wed 3:30-5:00pm
  • Choir Grades 2-5 | Thu 3:15-4:15pm

Clubs

  • Chess Club Grades 2-5 | Fri 3:15-4:15pm
  • Garden Club All Grades | Tue 3:15-4:00pm
  • Robotics Club Grades 3-5 | Thu 3:30-5:00pm

Note: Schedules may change during school holidays. Please contact School for exact Schedule.

Summer Suggested Reading

Horn Book Selections

Vocabulary.com +3 Horn Book +3 What to Read to Your Kids +3
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Maggie Lou, Firefox

by Arnolda Dufour Bowes

PS

The Puppets of Spelhorst

by Kate DiCamillo

MLV

The Mona Lisa Vanishes

by Nicholas Day

Vocabulary.com Top Picks

Penguin Random House +10 Vocabulary.com +10 Wikipedia +10
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Frindle

by Andrew Clements

WR

The Wild Robot

by Peter Brown

JGP

James and the Giant Peach

by Roald Dahl

Penguin Random House Features

Horn Book +2 Penguin Random House +2 The Guardian +2
SLB

The Secret Language of Birds

by Lynne Kelly

S

The Swifts: A Dictionary of Scoundrels

by Beth Lincoln

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