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Ramon C. Cortines School of Visual and Performing Arts

450 North Grand Ave., Los Angeles, CA, 90012

About Ramon C. Cortines School of Visual and Performing Arts

Los Angeles is home to the public magnet high school Ramon C. Cortines School of Visual and Performing Arts. The school has about 1,500 to 1,700 students in grades 9 through 12 and a student-teacher ratio of about 23:1. It is part of the Los Angeles Unified School District and is known for combining tough academics with conservatory-style arts training. The Ramon C. Cortines School of Visual and Performing Arts has a college-preparatory curriculum and specialized programs in dance, music, theater, visual arts, and film. While doing their required schoolwork, students try out for arts conservatories. The school has a highly diverse student population, with a majority of minority enrollment reflecting the surrounding urban community. 10% of people are good at math and 50% are good at reading. Students take tests that are required by the state of California. Those who want to go to college may also take standardized tests like the SAT. Families looking into early academic foundations, like the best high school in California, often think about arts-focused paths later in their education.

Ramon C. Cortines School of Visual and Performing Arts Contact Information

Address

450 North Grand Ave., Los Angeles, CA, 90012

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Phone

(213) 217-8600

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Academic Performance

Subject Proficiency

Mathematics 10%
Reading 50%
State average proficiency is 10% in Math and 50% in Reading.
66
Full-time Teachers
17 : 1
Student-Teacher Ratio
1139
Total Students
$58409
Avg. Teacher Salary
TOP 5922 IN STEM IN STATE

Robotics & STEM
at Ramon C. Cortines School of Visual and Performing 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
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Hands-on with real robots
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Led by competition winners
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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 15.63%
Asian 5.09%
Hispanic 68.92%
Black 6.58%
Two+ Races 3.6%
Native Am. 0.09%
White
15.63%
Asian
5.09%
Hispanic
68.92%
Black
6.58%
Two+ Races
3.6%
Native Am.
0.09%

Gender Distribution

Total Students: 1139
65.5%
746 Female
34.5%
393 Male

Student Population

1139 Students

With a student-teacher ratio of 17 : 1

Minority Enrollment

25%

Percentage of minority students

Students per Counselor

284 : 1

Student to counselor ratio

Remarkable Alumni

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Latest News

Students at the Ramon C. Cortines School of Visual and Performing Arts are getting ready for LAUSD's 2026 Arts Fest, where they will show off their skills in music, dance, and visual arts. The event will honor great creativity and support from the community.

FAQ

Q1. Do you need to audition to get in?

Ans. Yes, students must audition at the arts conservatory they want to attend in order to get in.

Q2. Are there Advanced Placement (AP) classes at the school?

Ans. Yes, there are usually a lot of AP classes that can help you get ready for college.

Q3. Do students have chances to perform?

Ans. Throughout the year, students often take part in public performances, exhibitions, and showcases.

Q4. Do enrolled students get rides?

Ans. The Los Angeles Unified School District sets the rules for transportation, and they may be different for each student.

Q5. Does the school help students plan for college and their careers?

Ans. Yes, academic counselors help students apply to college, put together their portfolios, and plan their careers.

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

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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

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