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L.A. County High School for the Arts

5151 State University Dr., Los Angeles, CA, 90032

About L.A. County High School for the Arts

Los Angeles County High School for the Arts is a public high school in Los Angeles that focuses on the arts and doesn't charge tuition. The school serves grades 9–12 and has about 600–650 students. It has a student–teacher ratio of about 7:1, which allows for personalized instruction in both academic and conservatory-style arts training. Along with its college-preparatory academic curriculum, L.A. The student body is made up of a wide range of people, with most of them coming from minority backgrounds in Los Angeles County. About 31% of students are good at math and about 73% are good at reading. This shows that they are doing well in English language arts. As part of their college planning process, students take state-mandated tests and may also take college entrance tests like the SAT. Families looking into their options, like the best high school in California, may appreciate the school's creative atmosphere. Overall, LACHSA offers a lot of academic and artistic training that prepares students well for both college and careers in the arts.

L.A. County High School for the Arts Contact Information

Address

5151 State University Dr., Los Angeles, CA, 90032

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Phone

(323) 343-2550

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Academic Performance

Subject Proficiency

Mathematics 31%
Reading 73%
State average proficiency is 31% in Math and 73% in Reading.
37
Full-time Teachers
15 : 1
Student-Teacher Ratio
551
Total Students
$58409
Avg. Teacher Salary
TOP 3105 IN STEM IN STATE

Robotics & STEM
at L.A. County High School for the Arts

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
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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: 9:40 AM to 3:33 PM

Early Dismissal Days

Dismissal Time: 12:15 PM

Note: Doors open at 9:25 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 34.12%
Asian 10.89%
Hispanic 30.49%
Black 7.8%
Two+ Races 13.25%
Native Am. 0%
White
34.12%
Asian
10.89%
Hispanic
30.49%
Black
7.8%
Two+ Races
13.25%
Native Am.
0%

Gender Distribution

Total Students: 551
65.34%
360 Female
31.58%
174 Male

Student Population

551 Students

With a student-teacher ratio of 15 : 1

Minority Enrollment

25%

Percentage of minority students

Students per Counselor

183 : 1

Student to counselor ratio

Remarkable Alumni

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Latest News

Los Angeles, California's L.A. County High School for the Arts is honoring students who are great at the performing and visual arts. These events showed how the school is dedicated to helping students express themselves creatively, do well in school, and get ready for college and careers in the arts.

FAQ

Q1. Do you have to audition to get into L.A. County High School for the Arts?

Ans. Yes, as part of the admissions process, students must audition in the arts field they want to study.

Q2. Does the school offer transportation for students who live in different parts of the county?

Ans. There may not be many options for getting around, but a lot of students drive to school from different parts of Los Angeles County.

Q3. Are exhibitions and performances open to everyone?

Ans. Yes, the school often puts on performances, showcases, and art shows for the community.

Q4. Is it possible for students to take Advanced Placement (AP) classes?

Ans. Yes, AP courses are part of the regular school curriculum.

Q5. Does the school have people who can help students with college?

Ans. Yes, dedicated counselors help students with their college applications, portfolios, and SAT prep.

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

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Maggie Lou, Firefox

by Arnolda Dufour Bowes

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The Puppets of Spelhorst

by Kate DiCamillo

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The Mona Lisa Vanishes

by Nicholas Day

Vocabulary.com Top Picks

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Frindle

by Andrew Clements

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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

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The Swifts: A Dictionary of Scoundrels

by Beth Lincoln

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