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Arts in Action Community Middle

745 South Kern Ave., Los Angeles, CA, 90022

About Arts in Action Community Middle

Arts in Action Community Middle is located at 745 South Kern Avenue in the East Los Angeles area of Los Angeles, California, 90022, serving this urban community within the Los Angeles Unified School District. The school serves grades 6–8 and enrolls about 259 students, with a student–teacher ratio of approximately 20:1. Based on the most recent statewide assessment results reported in national profiles, about 12% of students are proficient in math, and around 21% are proficient in reading. The gender mix is roughly 54% male and 46% female. Core academic content, arts-infused learning, and structured routines help students adjust to middle school life, with a focus on academic and social learning. Families can access transit, parks, and neighborhood services on residential streets in the mid-$400,000s to $700,000s near the school. In this area of Los Angeles, many believe that establishing clear expectations at the beginning of the year aids students in adjusting to class transitions, while effective school communication keeps families informed about events and schedules. With its structured daily routine and continuous support for students as they navigate core subjects, Arts in Action Community Middle is striving to be recognized as one of the best middle schools in California.

Arts in Action Community Middle Contact Information

Address

745 South Kern Ave., Los Angeles, CA, 90022

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Phone

(323) 266-4371

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Academic Performance

Subject Proficiency

Mathematics 12%
Reading 21%
State average proficiency is 12% in Math and 21% in Reading.
13
Full-time Teachers
20 : 1
Student-Teacher Ratio
259
Total Students
$58409
Avg. Teacher Salary
TOP 5634 IN STEM IN STATE

Robotics & STEM
at Arts in Action Community Middle

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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Mansfield Public Schools Educator Spotlight: Pathways of a Fourth-Grade Teacher

MANSFIELD — Inside the brick building on East Street, four educators who began teaching within 2 years of each other, all spending the beginning of their careers teaching fourth grade at Jordan/Jackson Elementary School...

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School Timings

Regular School Hours

All Grades: 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Early Dismissal Days

Dismissal Time: 12:15 PM

Note: Doors open at 7:45 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 0%
Asian 0%
Hispanic 99.23%
Black 0.39%
Two+ Races 0.39%
Native Am. 0%
White
0%
Asian
0%
Hispanic
99.23%
Black
0.39%
Two+ Races
0.39%
Native Am.
0%

Gender Distribution

Total Students: 259
45.95%
119 Female
54.05%
140 Male

Student Population

259 Students

With a student-teacher ratio of 20 : 1

Minority Enrollment

25%

Percentage of minority students

Students per Counselor

129 : 1

Student to counselor ratio

Remarkable Alumni

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Latest News

Arts in Action Community Middle will conduct a parent wellness meeting on January 29, 2026. The Wellness Committee is hosting a meeting that will feature refreshments and informational materials pertaining to the school's wellness policy. The session aims to furnish parents with organized information regarding wellness guidelines and available support related to school practices.

FAQ

Q1. What educational approach defines Arts in Action Community Middle School?

Ans. Arts in Action Community Middle School defines its approach as integrating visual and performing arts into daily instruction alongside core academics.

Q2. How does enrollment operate at Arts in Action Community Middle School?

Ans. Arts in Action Community Middle School enrolls students through a public charter application and uses a lottery process when applications exceed available spaces.

Q3. What family communication tools are named by Arts in Action Community Middle School?

Ans. Arts in Action Community Middle School names ParentSquare and school newsletters as ways families receive updates and school information.

Q4. What learning resources are central to instruction at Arts in Action Community Middle School?

Ans. Arts in Action Community Middle School emphasizes studio spaces, arts materials, and project-based learning resources as part of instruction.

Q5. What types of events does Arts in Action Community Middle School share with families?

Ans. Arts in Action Community Middle School shares events such as student performances and arts exhibitions that appear on the school calendar.

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
ML

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
F

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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