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Los Angeles
Unified School District 333 South Beaudry Ave, Los Angeles CA 90017,
213-241-1000
The Los Angeles Unified School District educates 714,385 students in grades K-12, with about half in the Elementary grades, 1/4 at the Middle School level, and the remainder in High School. Magnet programs serve just over 45,000 pupils, and about 4,300 students are enrolled in special education programs. Opportunity and continuation schools serve around 5,600 students. Children's centers enroll around 11,000 preschool- & primary school-aged children, and Community Adult Schools and Occupational/Skills Centers enroll nearly 200,000 post-secondary aged students. 326,893 students (43.8%) are classified as Limited English Proficient, and 703, 574 (94.2%) qualify for the compensatory education program. The district employs just over 67,000 staff, including nearly 36,180 teachers, about 5,300 other certified personnel, and nearly 26,000 classified (non-teaching) staff. The district maintains 693 schools, including 461 Elementary Schools, 81 Middle Schools, and 63 High Schools. The remainder is multi-level buildings, Continuation and Opportunity High Schools, Magnet Programs, Special Education facilities, Community Adult Schools, and Central Adult Senior High School. The district's 248 centers offer educational programs for infants and young children (102 children's centers & 4 infant programs), magnet programs (115 centers), primary centers (7), and newcomers centers (2). In addition, vocational programs serve high-school-aged students and older (5 Regional Occupational Centers, 6 Opportunity Centers, 5 Skills Centers, and a Business & Industry School).
Beverly Hills Unified School District
255 S. Lasky Dr. Beverly Hills CA 90212 310-277-5900
The Beverly Hills Unified School District operates 6
schools, which serve 5,130 PreK-12th. grade students and employs 290 full-time
classroom teachers, and 25 in Pupil Services. 4 schools are Elementary/Middle
schools, 1 is a High school, and one is a Continuation program. 297 students
(5.8%) are classified as Limited English Proficient, and 122 (2.4%) qualify for
the compensatory education program. The district employs 848 classroom
teachers, and 63 staff for pupil services. A variety of programs, services, and
personnel are provided for Limited English Speaking (LEP), Gifted & Talented,
and Special Needs students. Support services for all students, as needed,
include speech/language and counseling. Federal and/or State funds are
available to some or all of the district schools for the Economic Impact
Aid-Limited English Proficient (EIA/LEP), School Improvement (SIP), and Title I
programs. Some schools receive funds from the Technology Learning Grant. Many
schools have business partners through the "Adopt-A-School" program
and the
Glendale
Unified School District: 223 N. Jackson St. Glendale CA 91206 818-241-3111
Glendale Unified School District operates 32 schools,
serving 29,433 PreK-12th. grade students, and employing over 2800 staff,
including 1353 certified teachers, and 96 pupil services staff. 20 schools are
elementary level (K-6), including 9 year round programs, 4 are Middle Schools,
5 are High Schools, including a continuation school, and 2 are special schools.
8,822 students (30%) are classified as Limited English Proficient, and 18,635 (63.3%)
qualify for the compensatory education program. Services, programs, and
personnel provide for special needs, gifted & talented, and limited English
proficient (LEP) students. Specific programs available to
Long Beach Unified School District 1515
Hughes Way, Long Beach CA 90810, 562-997-8000
Long Beach Unified School District, the third largest in California, operates 91 schools, mostly in Long Beach and Lakewood, serving 97,560 children from Kindergarten through 12th. Grade. 28,439 students (29.2%) are classified as Limited English Proficient, and 62,956 (64.5%) qualify for the compensatory education program. The district employs 4,533 classroom teachers, and 789 staff for pupil services. The district provides programs, services, and staff for special needs students, limited English proficient children/youths, and gifted students. 70% of high school graduates enter college. AP courses are offered at the high school level in subjects including biology, chemistry, calculus, economics, English literature, psychology, French, Spanish, European history, U.S. history, and U.S. government. All the district's high schools have earned accreditation from the Western Association of Colleges and Schools. The Office of Career/Vocational Education maintains career centers at each of the high schools. The district offers instrumental & vocal music, as well as band at all grade levels. Computer use and instruction is integrated into the curriculum at all grade levels, with computer labs and classroom computers available. Counseling and nursing services are available at all schools, either on a full- or part-time basis. Libraries and/or Media Centers support the academic programs in district schools. A variety of extracurricular activities are offered, with the majority available at the middle school and high school levels. Child-care is available through the Children's Development Centers program (2209 Seabright Ave. Long Beach CA 90810, 562-595-5366). A summer school tutorial program is mandatory for children in 3rd grade who are below grade level in reading, and children in 5th grade who fall below grade level standards in literacy and math. Eighth graders who fail 2 or more academic classes attend Long Beach Preparatory Academy for one year to prepare them for high school. High School Juniors whose writing ability is below district standards must take and pass a writing course prior to high school graduation.
Santa
Monica-Malibu Unified School District 1651 16th. St. Santa Monica CA
90405 310-450-8338
The Santa
Monica-Malibu Unified School District operates 16 schools, including 2
High Schools, 1 Continuation School, 1 Alternative School, 2 Middle Schools,
and 10 Elementary Schools, with a district enrollment of 12,842 students. 1,611
students (12.5%) are classified as Limited English Proficient, and 1,828
(14.2%) qualify for the compensatory education program. The district employs
637 classroom teachers, and 62 staff for pupil services. District programs and
curriculum include core academic subjects, as well as
Pasadena Unified School District 351 S. Hudson Ave., Pasadena CA 91109, 626-795-6981
Pasadena Unified
School District operates 4 High Schools, 1 Continuation School, 3 Middle Schools,
and 24 Elementary Schools,
serving 22,269 students and
employing 1,092 teachers, and 86 staff in pupil services (counseling, speech/language, etc.). 6,109 students
(26.9%) are classified as Limited English Proficient, and 12,204 (53.8%)
qualify for the compensatory education program. The district offers a number of
Programs, both on its own and in conjunction with school partners and other
organizations. The "Young and
Healthy" project provides medical and dental care to low-income,
uninsured children and youths. At the high
school level, partnership
academies, most emphasizing career exploration and preparation, include
the Business & Technology Academy,
Health Academy, Business/Finance, GeoSpace (math-oriented), and Computer Careers Academy. College
preparation programs include the Puente
Project, Upward Bound,
and the California State University Los
Angeles Partnership. AP
and Honors courses in a variety
of subjects are offered. A variety of extracurricular
activities, ranging from sports to clubs to music & band, are available to high school and middle school students. At the middle school level, the curriculum
emphasizes the core academic subjects, as well as art and music. Grant funded
programs such as Project SEED (a
science-oriented project) supplement the curriculum. In the elementary schools,
Programs address student needs at individual schools, and some, such as the "Writing to Read" program,
emphasize literacy in the
primary grades. Many of the district's elementary schools use the Success for
All Reading Program and MathWings curriculum. The school district offers its
facilities for the Park District's
after-school programs, and the YWCA's
school-aged child care program. At all grade levels, the district offers Bilingual and
Torrance Unified School District 2335
Plaza Del Amo,
Torrance Unified
School District operates 30 schools, including 17 elementary schools, 7
middle schools, and 5 high
schools (including 1 continuation program). 3,048 students (12.1%) are
classified as Limited English Proficient, and 2,153 (8.5%) qualify for the
compensatory education program. The district employs 1,228 classroom teachers,
and 94 staff for pupil services. Curriculum includes core academic areas, as
well as performing and fine arts, and technology. Programs, services and staff,
including speech therapy, resource, gifted (
Palmdale Elementary School District 39139
10th St. East. Palmdale CA 93550 661-947-7191
The Palmdale Elementary School District operates 26 schools, including 18 elementary and 4 middle schools, as well as 1 alternative program, 1 K-12 charter school, 1 special education school and 1 opportunity school, which serve 22,736 PK-8th. grade students in the city of Palmdale and surrounding unincorporated areas of Los Angeles County. A number of school-level programs are available to provide opportunities in, and advance, teaching skills, cultural arts, literacy & reading skills, music, band, art, computer/technology, and more. Extra-curricular programs at schools in the district include ballet folklorico, academic decathlon, sports, cheerleading, drama and dance. Los Amigos Magnet School offers a dual language Spanish/English Immersion program. 594 students are enrolled in the magnet school program, 41 students attend the Opportunity School and 5,528 (24.3%) are classified as Limited English Proficient. 22,558 (99.2%) of students in the district qualify for the compensatory education program. The district employs 944 classroom teachers and 53 staff in pupil services. A variety of programs, services, and personnel are provided for Limited English Speaking (LEP), Gifted & Talented, and Special Needs students. Support services for all students, as needed, include speech/language, tutoring and counseling.
Wilsona Elementary School
District 18050 East Avenue O Palmdale CA 93591 661-264-1111
The Wilsona Elementary School District operates 4 schools (2 elementary, 1 middle, and 1 community day program), which serve 2,073 PK-8th. grade students. 584 students (28.2%) are classified as Limited English Proficient, and almost all students qualify for the compensatory education program. The district employs 101 classroom teachers, and 7 in Pupil Services. A variety of programs, services, and personnel are provided for Limited English Speaking (LEP), Gifted & Talented, and Special Needs students. Support services for all students, as needed, include speech/language, tutoring and counseling.
Lancaster
Elementary School District 44711 N. Cedar Ave. Lancaster CA 93534
661-948-4661
The Lancaster Elementary School District operates 18 schools (12 elementary, 4 middle, 1 alternative, 1 community day), which serve 15,799 K-8th. grade students, 2,333 students (14.8%) are classified as Limited English Proficient, and 15,209 (96.3%) qualify for the compensatory education program. The district employs 731 classroom teachers, and 33 staff for pupil services. Extra-curricular activities in the district include sports, cheerleading, yearbook, newspaper, student council/leadership, choir, and clubs. Playgrounds, Computer labs, libraries and gyms are among the facilities at district schools. The district offers an after-school enrichment program (CARES). A variety of programs, services, and personnel are provided for Limited English Speaking (LEP), Gifted & Talented, and Special Needs students. Support services for all students, as needed, include speech/language, tutoring and counseling.
Eastside Union Elementary School District
45006 30th St East Lancaster CA 93535 661-952-1200
The Eastside Union Elementary School District operates 4 schools (3 elementary, 1 middle), which serve 2,720 K-8th grade students. 707 students (26%) are classified as Limited English Proficient, and 2,782 students (102.3%) qualify for the compensatory education program. The district employs 121 classroom teachers, and 6 staff members for pupil services. Facilities at the schools include libraries, playgrounds, computer labs, and cafeterias. Extra-curricular activities include clubs, sports, yearbook, newspaper, student council, band, and cheerleading (most at the middle school level). A variety of programs, services, and personnel are provided for Limited English Speaking (LEP), Gifted & Talented, and Special Needs students. Support services for all students, as needed, include speech/language, tutoring and counseling.
Westside Union Elementary School District
46809 N. 70th St. West Lancaster CA 93535 661-948-2669
The Westside Union Elementary School District operates 10 schools (8 elementary, 2 middle), which serve 7,433 students. 208 students (2.8%) are classified as Limited English Proficient and 1,179 students (15.9%) qualify for the compensatory education program. School facilities include libraries, computer labs, playgrounds, music & art rooms, and cafeterias. The district employs 357 classroom teachers, and 17 staff members for pupil services. The K-5 curriculum focuses on reading, language, math and spelling, and includes instruction in science, history, health and computers. Courses for middle school students include Reading, English, History, Science, Math, and PE, with electives in home economics, woodworking, computers, art and instrumental music. A variety of programs, services, and personnel are provided for Limited English Speaking (LEP), Gifted & Talented, and Special Needs students. Support services for all students, as needed, include speech/language, tutoring and counseling.
Antelope Valley Union High School District
44841 N. Sierra Hwy Lancaster CA 93534 661-948-7655
The Antelope Valley Union High School District operates 13 schools, including 9 comprehensive high schools, 1 K-12 school, 2 continuation schools, and 1 community day school, which serve 22,148 students in the cities of Palmdale and Lancaster, and surrounding Antelope Valley area of Los Angeles County. Two schools in the district are charter programs. 2,571 students (11.6%) are classified as Limited English Proficient and 14,853 students (67.1%) qualify for the compensatory education program. 2,438 students (11%) are enrolled in alternative programs (Continuation High Schools, Opportunity School, or Independent Study). The district employs 833 classroom teachers, and 130 staff members for student services. A variety of programs, services, and personnel are provided for Limited English Speaking (LEP), Gifted & Talented, and Special Needs students. Support services for all students, as needed, include speech/language, tutoring and counseling. Vocational courses and programs, including the Regional Occupational Program, are available to high school students.
Hart Union High
School District 21515 Redview Dr. Santa Clarita CA 91350 661-259-0033
The Hart Union High School District operates 13 schools (4 middle, 1 junior high, 6 high, 1 alternative, 1 continuation), which serve 21,122 students. District students also can attend the Regional Occupational Program. 1,598 students (7.6%) are classified as Limited English Proficient, and 1,261 students (6%) qualify for the compensatory education program. The district employs 852 classroom teachers, and 90 staff members for pupil services. A variety of programs, services, and personnel are provided for Limited English Speaking (LEP), Gifted & Talented, and Special Needs students. Support services for all students, as needed, include speech/language, tutoring and counseling.
Saugus Union
Elementary School District 24930 Avenue Stanford Santa Clarita CA 91355
661-294-7500
The Saugus Union Elementary School District operates 14 elementary (K-6) schools, which serve 10,204 students. 428 students (4.2%) are classified as Limited English Proficient, and 504 students (4.9%) qualify for the compensatory education program. The district employs 502 classroom teachers, and 26 staff members for pupil services. A variety of programs, services, and personnel are provided for Limited English Speaking (LEP), Gifted & Talented, and Special Needs students. Support services for all students, as needed, include speech/language, tutoring and counseling. Before- & After-School Child Care is available at each of the district's schools.
Acton-Agua Dulce
Unified School District 32248 N. Crown Valley Rd Acton CA 93510 661-269-5999
The Acton-Agua School District operates 5 schools (3 elementary, 1 middle, 1 high), which serve 1,994 students. 123 students (6.2%) are classified as Limited English Proficient, and 170 students (8.5%) qualify for the compensatory education program. The district employs 89 classroom teachers, and 7 staff members for pupil services. A variety of programs, services, and personnel are provided for Limited English Speaking (LEP), Gifted & Talented, and Special Needs students. Support services for all students, as needed, include speech/language, tutoring and counseling.
Sulphur Springs
Union Elementary School District 17866 Sierra Hwy. Canyon Country CA 91351
661-252-5131
The Sulphur Springs Union Elementary School District operates 8 elementary (K-6) schools, which serve 5,573 students. 744 students (13.4%) are classified as Limited English Proficient, and 1,296 students (23.3%) qualify for the compensatory education program. The district employs 270 classroom teachers, and 13 staff members for pupil services. A variety of programs, services, and personnel are provided for Limited English Speaking (LEP), Gifted & Talented, and Special Needs students. Support services for all students, as needed, include speech/language, tutoring and counseling.
El Monte Union
High School District 3537 Johnson Ave El Monte CA 91731 626-444-9005
The El Monte Union High School District operates 7 schools (5 high, 1 continuation, 1 community day), which serve 10,254 students. 3,086 students (30.1%) are classified as Limited English Proficient, and 6,526 students (63.6%) qualify for the compensatory education program. The district employs 414 classroom teachers, and 49 staff members for pupil services. A variety of programs, services, and personnel are provided for Limited English Speaking (LEP), Gifted & Talented, and Special Needs students. Support services for all students, as needed, include speech/language, tutoring and counseling. Sports, student government, theater/drama, music (vocal & instrumental) and clubs provide co- & extra-curricular opportunities for students.
El Monte City Elementary School District 3540 N.
Lexington Ave. El Monte CA 91731 626-453-3799
The El Monte Elementary School District operates 19 schools (18 elementary, 1 special education), which serve 11,665 students. 5,296 students (45.2%) are classified as Limited English Proficient, and all students qualify for the compensatory education program. The district employs 571 classroom teachers, and 27 staff members for pupil services. A variety of programs, services, and personnel are provided for Limited English Speaking (LEP), Gifted & Talented, and Special Needs students. Support services for all students, as needed, include speech/language, tutoring and counseling.
Mountain View
Elementary School District 3320 Gilman Rd El Monte CA 91732 626-652-4000
The Mountain View Elementary School District operates 12 schools (10 elementary, 2 middle), which serve 10,192 students. 5,868 students (57.6%) are classified as Limited English Proficient, and all students qualify for the compensatory education program. The district employs 491 classroom teachers, and 22 staff members for pupil services. A variety of programs, services, and personnel are provided for Limited English Speaking (LEP), Gifted & Talented, and Special Needs students. Support services for all students, as needed, include speech/language, tutoring and counseling. The district provides an alternative education program and a Children's Center/Head Start/State Preschool.
Valle Lindo Elementary School District 1431 N. Central
Ave. South El Monte CA 91733 626-580-0622
The Valle Lindo Elementary School District operates 2 schools (1 elementary, 1 middle), which serve 1,365 students. 282 students (20.7%) are classified as Limited English Proficient, and all students qualify for the compensatory education program. The district employs 58 classroom teachers, and 2 staff members for pupil services. A variety of programs, services, and personnel are provided for Limited English Speaking (LEP), Gifted & Talented, and Special Needs students. Support services for all students, as needed, include speech/language, tutoring and counseling.
Pomona Unified School
District 800 S. Garey Ave Pomona CA 91769 909-397-4700
The Pomona Unified School District operates 40 schools (27 elementary, 6 middle, 4 high, 2 alternative, 1 continuation), which serve 35,412 students. 16,006 students (45.2%) are classified as Limited English Proficient, and 26, 571 students (75%) qualify for the compensatory education program. The district employs 1,524 classroom teachers, and 126 staff members for pupil services. A variety of programs, services, and personnel are provided for Limited English Speaking (LEP), Gifted & Talented, and Special Needs students. Support services for all students, as needed, include speech/language, tutoring and counseling. Child development centers serve children ages 3-5 at several of the district's grade schools, and an infant center is located at Pomona High School.
Inglewood
Unified School District 401 S. Inglewood Ave. Inglewood CA 90301
310-419-2705
The Inglewood Unified School District operates 20 schools (14 elementary, 2 middle, 3 high, 1 continuation), which serve 17,969 students. 5,971 students (33.2%) are classified as Limited English Proficient, and 14,570 students (81.1%) qualify for the compensatory education program. The district employs 852 classroom teachers, and 42 staff members for pupil services. A variety of programs, services, and personnel are provided for Limited English Speaking (LEP), Gifted & Talented, and Special Needs students. Support services for all students, as needed, include speech/language, tutoring and counseling. Extra- & co-curricular activities include sports, chorus, band, theater/drama, student government, and clubs, with the majority of activities available at the middle- and high-school levels.
Downey Unified School
District 11627 Brookshire Ave. Downey CA 90241 562-904-3500
The Downey Unified School District operates 22 schools (14 elementary, 4 middle, 2 high, 1 special education, 1 continuation), which serve 22,523 students. 5,119 students (22.7%) are classified as Limited English Proficient, and 3,419 students (15.2%) qualify for the compensatory education program. The district employs 1,009 classroom teachers, and 66 staff members for pupil services. A variety of programs, services, and personnel are provided for Limited English Speaking (LEP), Gifted & Talented, and Special Needs students. Support services for all students, as needed, include speech/language, tutoring and counseling.
Covina Valley
Unified School District 519 E. Badillo St. Covina CA 91723 626-331-3371
The Covina Valley Unified School District operates 20 schools (12 elementary, 3 middle, 3 high, 1 alternative, 1 continuation), which serve 15,035 students. 1,887 students (12.6%) are classified as Limited English Proficient, and 5,189 students (34.5%) qualify for the compensatory education program. The district employs 665 classroom teachers, and 60 staff members for pupil services. A variety of programs, services, and personnel are provided for Limited English Speaking (LEP), Gifted & Talented, and Special Needs students. Support services for all students, as needed, include speech/language, tutoring and counseling. The district offers a before- & after-school care program, Kids Korner, for students in grades K-5, at 9 of the elementary schools in the district (626-974-7000, ext.2109 for information). At the other end of the age spectrum, an adult school (Tri-County Adult Education) offers a variety of courses for people ages 18 & up (high school-aged can attend with counselor & parent permission). Extra- & co-curricular activities include sports, music, theater/drama, student council/government, and clubs.
Rowland
Unified School District 1830 Nogales St. Rowland Heights CA 91748
626-965-2541
The Rowland Unified School District operates 22 schools (15 elementary, 3 middle, 2 high, 1 continuation, 1 community day), which serve 18,384 students. 5,793 students (31.5%) are classified as Limited English Proficient, and 11,156 (60.7%) qualify for the compensatory education program. The district employs 848 classroom teachers, and 63 staff for pupil services. A variety of programs, services, and personnel are provided for Limited English Speaking (LEP), Gifted & Talented, and Special Needs students. Support services for all students, as needed, include speech/language, tutoring and counseling. Extra- & co-curricular activities include sports, music, theater/drama, student council/government, and clubs.
West Covina Unified
School District 1717 W. Merced Ave. West Covina CA 91790 626-338-8411
The West Covina Unified School District operates 13 schools (9 elementary, 2 middle, 1 high, 1 continuation), which serve 10,518 students. 1,175 students (11.2%) are classified as Limited English Proficient, and 5,539 students (52.7%) qualify for the compensatory education program. The district employs 462 classroom teachers, and 21 staff members for pupil services. A variety of programs, services, and personnel are provided for Limited English Speaking (LEP), Gifted & Talented, and Special Needs students. Support services for all students, as needed, include speech/language, tutoring and counseling. Extra- & co-curricular activities include sports, music, theater/drama, student council/government, and clubs.
Burbank
Unified School District (K-12th. grade) 330 Buena Vista St. Burbank CA
818-58-4600
The Burbank City School District operates 20 schools, (11
elementary, 3 middle, 2 high, 1 alternative, 1 special education, 1
continuation, 1 community day) which serve 17,066 PreK-12th. grade students.
2,909 students (17%) are classified as Limited English Proficient, and 3,040
students (17.8%) qualify for the compensatory education program. The district
employs 762 classroom teachers, and 79 staff members for Pupil Services. A
variety of programs, services, and personnel are provided for Limited English
Speaking (LEP), Gifted & Talented, and Special Needs students. Support
services for all students, as needed, include speech/language and counseling.
Federal and/or State funds are available to some or all of the district schools
for the Economic Impact Aid-Limited English Proficient (EIA/LEP), School
Improvement (SIP), and Title I programs. Some schools receive funds from the
Technology Learning Grant. Many schools have business partners through the
"Adopt-A-School" program and the
Norwalk-La
Mirada Unified School District 12820 Pioneer Blvd. Norwalk CA 90650
562-868-0431
The Norwalk-La Mirada Unified School District operates 29 schools (18 elementary, 7 middle, 3 high, 1 continuation), which serve 24,101 students. 4,603 students (19.1%) are classified as Limited English Proficient, and 7,451 students (30.9%) qualify for the compensatory education program. The district employs 1,085 classroom teachers, and 55 staff members for pupil services. A variety of programs, services, and personnel are provided for Limited English Speaking (LEP), Gifted & Talented, and Special Needs students. Support services for all students, as needed, include speech/language, tutoring and counseling.
Little Lake
City Elementary School District 10515 S. Pioneer Blvd. Santa Fe Springs CA
90670 562-868-8241
The Little Lake City Elementary School District operates 9 schools (7 elementary, 2 middle), which serve 5,220 students. 1,400 students (26.8%) are classified as Limited English Proficient, and 1,683 (32.2%) qualify for the compensatory education program. The district employs 237 classroom teachers, and 16 staff members for pupil services. A variety of programs, services, and personnel are provided for Limited English Speaking (LEP), Gifted & Talented, and Special Needs students. Support services for all students, as needed, include speech/language, tutoring and counseling.
Paramount
Unified School District 15110 California Ave. Paramount CA 90723
562-602-6000
The Paramount Unified School District operates 18 schools (14 elementary, 2 high, 1 continuation, 1 community day), which serve 17,013 students. 7,724 students (44.5%) are classified as Limited English Proficient, and all students qualify for the compensatory education program. The district employs 7795 classroom teachers, and 49 staff members for pupil services. A variety of programs, services, and personnel are provided for Limited English Speaking (LEP), Gifted & Talented, and Special Needs students. Support services for all students, as needed, include speech/language, tutoring and counseling.
Compton
Unified School District 604 S. Tamarind Ave. Compton CA 90220 310-639-4321
The Compton Unified School District operates 40 schools (24 elementary, 8 middle, 3 high, 1 K-12, 2 continuation, 2 community day), which serve 32,486 students. 17,472 students (53.8%) are classified as Limited English Proficient, and 32,154 (99%) qualify for the compensatory education program. The district employs 1,228 classroom teachers, and 94 staff for pupil services. The district employs 1,377 classroom teachers, and 82 staff members for pupil services. A variety of programs, services, and personnel are provided for Limited English Speaking (LEP), Gifted & Talented, and Special Needs students. Support services for all students, as needed, include speech/language, tutoring and counseling.
Hawthorne
Elementary School District 14120 S. Hawthorne Blvd. Hawthorne CA 90250
310-676-2276
The Hawthorne Elementary School District operates 12 schools (8 elementary, 3 middle, 1 high), which serve 9,875 students. 4,378 students (44.3%) are classified as Limited English Proficient, and all students qualify for the compensatory education program. The district employs 457 classroom teachers, and 23 staff members for pupil services. A variety of programs, services, and personnel are provided for Limited English Speaking (LEP), Gifted & Talented, and Special Needs students. Support services for all students, as needed, include speech/language, tutoring and counseling.
Wiseburn
Elementary School District 13530 Aviation Blvd. Hawthorne CA 90250
310-643-3025
The Wiseburn Elementary School District operates 4 schools (3 elementary, 1 middle), which serve 2, 008 students. 210 students (10.5%) are classified as Limited English Proficient, and 186 (9.3%) qualify for the compensatory education program. The district employs 110 classroom teachers, and 3 staff members for pupil services. A variety of programs, services, and personnel are provided for Limited English Speaking (LEP), Gifted & Talented, and Special Needs students. Support services for all students, as needed, include speech/language, tutoring and counseling.
Centinela
Valley Union High School District 14901 S. Inglewood Ave. Lawndale CA 90260
310-263-3200
The Centinela Valley Union High School District operates 4 schools (3 high, 1 continuation), which serve 7,565 students. 2,226 students (29.4%) are classified as Limited English Proficient, and 5,103 (67.5%) qualify for the compensatory education program. The district employs 316 classroom teachers, and 30 staff members for pupil services. A variety of programs, services, and personnel are provided for Limited English Speaking (LEP), Gifted & Talented, and Special Needs students. Support services for all students, as needed, include speech/language, tutoring and counseling.
Alhambra
Unified School District 15 W. Alhambra Rd Alhambra CA 91802 626-308-2200
The Alhambra Unified School District operates 20 schools (13 elementary, 3 middle, 3 high, 1 alternative, 1 continuation, 1 community day), which serve 19,715 students. The district employs 861 classroom teachers, and 377 staff members for pupil services. 6,907 students (61.8%) are classified as Limited English Proficient, and 19,162 (97.1%) qualify for the compensatory education program. A variety of programs, services, and personnel are provided for Limited English Speaking (LEP), Gifted & Talented, and Special Needs students. Support services for all students, as needed, include speech/language, tutoring and counseling. Elective courses are offered to middle school students, including areas/subject such as art, music, dance, gardening, and Spanish. Elementary/Middle School students can participate in after-school activities sponsored by the City of Alhambra's Recreation Services Division. Extra- and co-curricular activities include sports, scouts (elementary/middle school level), student council, music, art, and clubs.
East Whittier
City School District 14535 E. Whittier Blvd. Whittier CA 90605 562-698-0351
The East Whittier City School District operates 13 schools (10 elementary, 3 middle), which serve 9,332 students. 1,774 students (19%) are classified as Limited English Proficient, and 2,870 (30.8%) qualify for the compensatory education program. The district employs 460 classroom teachers, and 25 staff members for pupil services. A variety of programs, services, and personnel are provided for Limited English Speaking (LEP), Gifted & Talented, and Special Needs students. Support services for all students, as needed, include speech/language, tutoring and counseling. Extra- & Co-Curricular activities at the elementary schools include ballet folklorico, cheerleading, student council, scouts, chorus, musicals, intramural sports, Spanish, Art, Drama, Dance, Crafts & Chess classes, Science Olympiad, and clubs, interscholastic sports, band and musicals are offered at the middle school.
Los Nietos
Elementary School District 8324 S. Westman Ave., Whittier CA 90606
562-692-0271
The Los Nietos Elementary School District operates 4 schools (3 elementary, 1 middle), which serve 2,385 students. 782 students (32.8%) are classified as Limited English Proficient, and all students qualify for the compensatory education program. The district employs 112 classroom teachers, and 4 staff members for pupil services. A variety of programs, services, and personnel are provided for Limited English Speaking (LEP), Gifted & Talented, and Special Needs students. Support services for all students, as needed, include speech/language, tutoring and counseling.
Lowell Joint
School District 11019 Valley Home Ave. Whittier CA 90603 562-943-0211
The Lowell Joint School District operates 6 schools (5 elementary, 1 middle), which serve 3,305 students. 323 students (9.8%) are classified as Limited English Proficient, and 74 (2.2%) qualify for the compensatory education program. The district employs 154 classroom teachers, and 10 staff members for pupil services. A variety of programs, services, and personnel are provided for Limited English Speaking (LEP), Gifted & Talented, and Special Needs students. Support services for all students, as needed, include speech/language, tutoring and counseling. The district offers an independent study program for home-schooling families, 562-943-0211, ext. 4323 for more information.
South
Whittier Elementary School District 10120 Painter Ave. Whittier CA 90605
562-944-6231
The South Whittier Elementary School District operates 8 schools (7 elementary, 1 middle), which serve 4,556 students. 1,104 students (24.2%) are classified as Limited English Proficient, and all students qualify for the compensatory education program. The district employs 208 classroom teachers, and 5 staff members for pupil services. A variety of programs, services, and personnel are provided for Limited English Speaking (LEP), Gifted & Talented, and Special Needs students. Support services for all students, as needed, include speech/language, tutoring and counseling.
Whittier City Elementary School District 7211 S.
Whittier Ave Whittier CA 90602 562-698-9531
The Whittier City Elementary School District operates 13 schools (11 elementary, 2 middle), which serve 7,232 students. 1,699 students (23.5%) are classified as Limited English Proficient, and 4,153 (57.4%) qualify for the compensatory education program. The district employs 364 classroom teachers, and 22 staff members for pupil services. A variety of programs, services, and personnel are provided for Limited English Speaking (LEP), Gifted & Talented, and Special Needs students. Support services for all students, as needed, include speech/language, tutoring and counseling.
Whittier Union
High School District 9401 S. Painter Ave. Whittier CA 90605 562-698-8121
The Whittier Union High School District operates 7 schools (5 high, 1 alternative 1 continuation), which serve 12,557 students. 1,935 students (15.4%) are classified as Limited English Proficient, and 934 (7.4%) qualify for the compensatory education program. The district employs 498 classroom teachers, and 49 staff members for pupil services. A variety of programs, services, and personnel are provided for Limited English Speaking (LEP), Gifted & Talented, and Special Needs students. Support services for all students, as needed, include speech/language, tutoring and counseling. Honors and AP Courses are offered, as well as specialized programs such as the Academies/Career Paths, focusing on Business, Automotive, Health Careers, Hospitality/Culinary Arts, Graphics Design and Architecture & Engineering. Extra- & Co-Curricular activities include sports, band, chorus, theater/drama and clubs. The Cal-Safe program, hosted at Frontier High, provides child care & other support services for pregnant and parenting teens.
Bellflower
Unified School District 16703 S. Clark Ave. Bellflower CA 90706
562-866-9011
The Bellflower Unified School District operates 15 schools (11 elementary, 2 high, 1 continuation, 1 community day), which serve 15,522 students. 2,657 students (17.1%) are classified as Limited English Proficient, and 4,289 (27.6%) qualify for the compensatory education program. The district employs 705 classroom teachers, and 37 staff members for pupil services. A variety of programs, services, and personnel are provided for Limited English Speaking (LEP), Gifted & Talented, and Special Needs students. Support services for all students, as needed, include speech/language, tutoring and counseling. The district offers a before- & after-school care program and several early childhood programs including Children's Center/Child Development classes, Head Start/State Preschool, Special Education Preschool, Preschool Early Enrichment Program (PEEP) and Community Child Care (fee for service, only available on school days). The 2 comprehensive high schools include grades 7 & 8, and offer honors & AP classes, and a variety of co- & extra-curricular activities.
ABC Unified
School District 16700 Norwalk Blvd. Cerritos CA 90703 562-926-5566
The ABC Unified School District operates 30 schools (19 elementary, 5 middle, 4 high, 1 alternative, 1 continuation), which serve 22,226 students. 4,451 students (20%) are classified as Limited English Proficient, and 6,458 (29.1%) qualify for the compensatory education program. The district employs 1,020 classroom teachers, and 80 staff members for pupil services. A variety of programs, services, and personnel are provided for Limited English Speaking (LEP), Gifted & Talented, and Special Needs students. Support services for all students, as needed, include speech/language, tutoring and counseling. The district has a magnet school program at all grade levels. The elementary programs (at three school sites) include broadcasting, communications, global studies, or visual and performing arts. The middle school program features science, math, and technology. The high school program offers students the chance to specialize in one of the following areas: business, economics, and finance; communications, law, and human services; engineering and computer technology; medical and environmental sciences, or visual and performing arts. Each of the five Magnet Schools features specialized labs, state-of-the-art equipment and full-time curriculum specialists. Before- & after-school care is available in the elementary schools.
Baldwin Park
Unified School District 3699 N. Holly Ave. Baldwin Park CA 91706
626-926-3311
The Baldwin Park Unified School District operates 22 schools (13 elementary, 4 middle, 2 high, 1 K-12, 1 alternative, 1 continuation), which serve 19,287 students. 6,403 students (33.2%) are classified as Limited English Proficient, and 13,728 (71.2%) qualify for the compensatory education program. The district employs 786 classroom teachers, and 20 staff members for pupil services. A variety of programs, services, and personnel are provided for Limited English Speaking (LEP), Gifted & Talented, and Special Needs students. Support services for all students, as needed, include speech/language, tutoring and counseling. The district operates a children's center, headstart/state preschool and latchkey programs, and offers adult/continuing education classes.
Lynwood
Unified School District 11321 Bullis Rd Lynwood CA 90262 310-886-1600
The Lynwood Unified School District operates 14 schools (10 elementary, 1 middle, 2 high, 1 continuation), which serve 19,658 students. 10,175 students (51.8%) are classified as Limited English Proficient, and 18,874 (96%) qualify for the compensatory education program. The district employs 734 classroom teachers, and 32 staff members for pupil services. A variety of programs, services, and personnel are provided for Limited English Speaking (LEP), Gifted & Talented, and Special Needs students. Support services for all students, as needed, include speech/language, tutoring and counseling. The district's child development department has programs for teen parents and their children, "latchkey" students and preschoolers.
El Rancho
Unified School District 9333 Loch Lomond Dr. Pico Rivera CA 90660
562-942-1500
The El Rancho Unified School District operates 17 schools (12 elementary, 3 middle, 1 high, 1 continuation), which serve 12,166 students. 3,926 students (32.3%) are classified as Limited English Proficient, and 5,422 (44.6%) qualify for the compensatory education program. The district employs 566 classroom teachers, and 28 staff members for pupil services. A variety of programs, services, and personnel are provided for Limited English Speaking (LEP), Gifted & Talented, and Special Needs students. Support services for all students, as needed, include speech/language, tutoring and counseling. The district's early childhood programs include a full-day child care program at Maizeland School (562-801-5117) for children ages 1 1/2-5 from 6:30 AM-6 PM. Parents must be low-income and full-time employed or in a full-time training program. A State Preschool (562-801-2634), with AM or PM sessions, serves qualifying low-income children, and provides Kindergarten readiness skills. For elementary & middle school-age children, the District jointly runs a free after-school program (REACH) with the Recreation Dept. This program operates at 11 ERUSD elementary schools: Birney, Durfee, Magee, Meller, North Ranchito, Obregon, Pio Pico, Rio Vista, Rivera, Selby Grove, South Ranchito, and Valencia. Other child care programs through the Recreation Dept are also offered: Walking Crew & Kids Crew, after-school at Smith, Pico and Rivera Schools (recreation leaders walk children from their school to one of these sites), and Early Birds, before-school for children in grades 1-5 at Birney, Durfee, Magee, Meller, Rio Vista, Selby Grove and Valencia Elementary Schools.
Redondo Beach Unified
School District 1401 Inglewood Ave Redondo Beach CA 90278 310-379-5449
The Redondo Beach Unified School District operates 12 schools (8 elementary, 2 middle, 1 high, 1 continuation), which serve 8,057 students. 866 students (10.7%) are classified as Limited English Proficient, and 821 students (10.2%) qualify for the compensatory education program. The district employs 392 classroom teachers, and 36 staff members for pupil services. A variety of programs, services, and personnel are provided for Limited English Speaking (LEP), Gifted & Talented, and Special Needs students. Support services for all students, as needed, include speech/language, tutoring and counseling. Before- & After-School Child Care programs operate at Lincoln, Jefferson, Madison, Birney, Washington, and Tulita schools during the school year and full-time during the summer and school vacation periods.
Montebello
Unified School District 123 S. Montebello Blvd. Montebello CA 90640
323-726-1225
The Montebello Unified School District operates 29 schools
(18 elementary, 6 middle, 3 high, 1 continuation, 1 community day), which serve
35,952 students in several communities, mainly Montebello, City of Commerce and
Bell Gardens. 15,573 students (33.5%) are classified as Limited English
Proficient, and 25,646 students (71.3%) qualify for the compensatory education
program. The district also has 4 adult schools. The district employs 1,499
classroom teachers, and 143 staff members for pupil services. A variety of
programs, services, and personnel are provided for Limited English Speaking
(LEP), Gifted & Talented, and Special Needs students. Support services for
all students, as needed, include speech/language, tutoring and counseling.
Extra- & Co-Curricular activities, most at the middle & high school levels,
include sports, chorus, band, yearbook, student council, Advancement through
Individual Determination program (
Garvey Elementary School District 2730 N Del Mar, Rosemead CA 91770, 626-307-3400
The Garvey Elementary School District operates 13 schools (11 elementary, 2 middle), which serve 6,584 students. 2,867 students (43.5%) are classified as Limited English Proficient, and 3,459 students (52.5%) qualify for the compensatory education program. The district employs 319 classroom teachers, and 20 staff members for pupil services. A variety of programs, services, and personnel are provided for Limited English Speaking (LEP), Gifted & Talented, and Special Needs students. Support services for all students, as needed, include speech/language, tutoring and counseling.
Walnut
Valley Unified School District 880 S Lemon Ave., Walnut CA 91789,
909-595-1261
The Walnut Valley Unified School District operates 15 schools (9 elementary, 3 middle, 2 high, 1 continuation), which serve 15,458 students. 1,082 students (7%) are classified as Limited English Proficient, and 863 students (5.6%) qualify for the compensatory education program. The district employs 694 classroom teachers, and 57 staff members for pupil services. A variety of programs, services, and personnel are provided for Limited English Speaking (LEP), Gifted & Talented, and Special Needs students. Support services for all students, as needed, include speech/language, tutoring and counseling.
Hacienda La
Puente Unified School District 15959 E. Gale Ave. City of Industry CA 91716
626-933-1000
The Hacienda La Puente Unified School District operates 39 schools (24 elementary, 6 middle, 6 high, 1 K-12, 1 alternative, 1 special education, 1 continuation, 1 community day), which serve 25,499 students. 6,586 students (25.8%) are classified as Limited English Proficient, and 11,836 students (46.4%) qualify for the compensatory education program. The district employs 1,277 classroom teachers, and 85 staff members for pupil services. A variety of programs, services, and personnel are provided for Limited English Speaking (LEP), Gifted & Talented, and Special Needs students. Support services for all students, as needed, include speech/language, tutoring and counseling.
Arcadia Unified School
District 234 Campus Dr. Arcadia CA 91007 626-821-8300
The Arcadia Unified School District operates 11 schools (6 elementary, 3 middle, 1 high, 1 alternative), which serve 9,992 students. 1,159 students (11.6%) are classified as Limited English Proficient, and 884 students (8.8%) qualify for the compensatory education program. The district employs 449 classroom teachers, and 30 staff members for pupil services. A variety of programs, services, and personnel are provided for Limited English Speaking (LEP), Gifted & Talented, and Special Needs students. Support services for all students, as needed, include speech/language, tutoring and counseling.
Rosemead
Elementary School District 3907 Rosemead Blvd. Rosemead CA 91770
626-443-0173
The Rosemead Elementary School District operates 5 schools (4 elementary, 1 middle), which serve 3,355 students. 1,072 students (32%) are classified as Limited English Proficient, and 1,141 (34%) qualify for the compensatory education program. The district employs 160 classroom teachers, and 7 staff members for pupil services. A variety of programs, services, and personnel are provided for Limited English Speaking (LEP), Gifted & Talented, and Special Needs students. Support services for all students, as needed, include speech/language, tutoring and counseling. The district offers before- & after-school care for students in grades K-6 at Encinita, Janson, and Savannah elementary schools. State preschool programs operate at Encinita, Janson, Savannah, and Shuey elementary schools for 4-year old children (no cost to families who qualify according to state income guidelines).
Glendora
Unified School District 500 N. Loraine Ave. Glendora CA 91741 626-963-1611
The Glendora Unified School District operates 10 schools (6 elementary, 2 middle, 1 high, 1 continuation), which serve 7,924 students. 271 students (3.4%) are classified as Limited English Proficient, and 579 (7.3%) qualify for the compensatory education program. The district employs 362 classroom teachers, and 18 staff members for pupil services. A variety of programs, services, and personnel are provided for Limited English Speaking (LEP), Gifted & Talented, and Special Needs students. Support services for all students, as needed, include speech/language, tutoring and counseling. The district offers fee-based before- & after-school care at all elementary and middle schools, as well as a summer day camp program.
Azusa Unified School District 546 S Citrus Ave., Azusa
CA 91702, 626-967-0500
The Azusa Unified School District operates 12 schools (27 elementary, 3 middle, 2 high, 1 continuation), which serve 12,134 students. 4,646 students (38.3%) are classified as Limited English Proficient, and 5,934 (48.9%) qualify for the compensatory education program. The district employs 572 classroom teachers, and 53 staff members for pupil services. A variety of programs, services, and personnel are provided for Limited English Speaking (LEP), Gifted & Talented, and Special Needs students. Support services for all students, as needed, include speech/language, tutoring and counseling.
Charter Oak
Unified School District 20240 Cienaga Ave., Covina CA 91723, 626-966-8331
The Charter Oak Unified School District operates 10 schools (5 elementary, 1 middle, 1 high, 1 alternative, 1 continuation, 1 community day), which serve 7,110 students. 532 students (7.5%) are classified as Limited English Proficient, and 723 (10.2%) qualify for the compensatory education program. The district employs 304 classroom teachers, and 14 staff members for pupil services. A variety of programs, services, and personnel are provided for Limited English Speaking (LEP), Gifted & Talented, and Special Needs students. Support services for all students, as needed, include speech/language, tutoring and counseling. The district offers a fee-based before- & after-school care program for children in grades K-8.
Bassett
Unified School District 950 West "D" St, Ontario CA 91762,
909-459-2505
The Bassett Unified School District operates 8 schools (5 elementary, 1 middle, 1 high, 1 continuation), which serve 6,039 students. 1,984 students (32.9%) are classified as Limited English Proficient, and all students qualify for the compensatory education program. The district employs 275 classroom teachers, and 16 staff members for pupil services. A variety of programs, services, and personnel are provided for Limited English Speaking (LEP), Gifted & Talented, and Special Needs students. Support services for all students, as needed, include speech/language, tutoring and counseling. The district offers a number of child care and preschool/headstart programs for infants, toddlers and preschoolers whose parents attend the Adult Education Program, Bassett High School or are working or in school full-time and meet State of California eligibility guidelines. The district also offers a school-age care program, with fees on a sliding scale.
Palos Verdes Peninsula Unified School District 3801 Via la Selva, Palos Verdes Estates CA 90274, 310-378-9966
The Palos Verdes Peninsula Unified School District operates 17 schools (11 elementary, 3 middle, 2 high, 1 continuation), which serve 11,605 students. 725 students (6.2%) are classified as Limited English Proficient, and 285 (2.5%) qualify for the compensatory education program. The district employs 548 classroom teachers, and 49 staff members for pupil services. A variety of programs, services, and personnel are provided for Limited English Speaking (LEP), Gifted & Talented, and Special Needs students. Support services for all students, as needed, include speech/language, tutoring and counseling.
San Gabriel Unified School District 102 E. Broadway
San Gabriel CA 91776 626-285-3111
The San Gabriel Unified School District operates 9 schools (5 elementary, 1 middle, 1 high, 1 alternative, 1 continuation), which serve 6,265 students. 2,066 students (33%) are classified as Limited English Proficient, and 3, 039 (48.5%) qualify for the compensatory education program. The district employs 289 classroom teachers, and 21 staff members for pupil services. A variety of programs, services, and personnel are provided for Limited English Speaking (LEP), Gifted & Talented, and Special Needs students. Support services for all students, as needed, include speech/language, tutoring and counseling.
Temple City
Unified School District 9700 Las Tunas Drive Temple City CA 91780
626-548-5000
The Temple City Unified School District operates 84 schools (4 elementary, 1 middle, 1 high, 1 alternative, 1continuation), which serve 57,702students. 851 students (14.9%) are classified as Limited English Proficient, and 710 (12.5%) qualify for the compensatory education program. The district employs 279 classroom teachers, and 16 staff members for pupil services. A variety of programs, services, and personnel are provided for Limited English Speaking (LEP), Gifted & Talented, and Special Needs students. Support services for all students, as needed, include speech/language, tutoring and counseling. The district offers the Quality Care program, which provides before- and/or after-school care for children in grades K-6.
Culver City
Unified School District 4034 Irving Pl. Culver City CA 90232 310-842-4221
The Culver City Unified School District operates 10 schools (5 elementary, 1 middle, 1 high, 1 alternative, 1 continuation, 1 community day), which serve 6,850 students. 1,153 students (16.8%) are classified as Limited English Proficient, and 1,682 (24.6%) qualify for the compensatory education program. The district employs 318 classroom teachers, and 24 staff members for pupil services. A variety of programs, services, and personnel are provided for Limited English Speaking (LEP), Gifted & Talented, and Special Needs students. Support services for all students, as needed, include speech/language, tutoring and counseling. The district's Office of Child Development offers Infant/Toddler, Preschool and School Age Child Care Programs (the latter providing before- & after-school care, as well as school holiday, break and summer programs.)
Monrovia
Unified School District 325 E. Huntington Dr. Monrovia CA 91016
626-471-2000
The Monrovia Unified School District operates 11 schools (6 elementary, 2 middle, 1 high, 1 K-12, 1 continuation), which serve 6,578 students. 1,269 students (19.3%) are classified as Limited English Proficient, and 3,882 (59%) qualify for the compensatory education program. The district employs 317 classroom teachers, and 20 staff members for pupil services. A variety of programs, services, and personnel are provided for Limited English Speaking (LEP), Gifted & Talented, and Special Needs students. Support services for all students, as needed, include speech/language, tutoring and counseling. District programs also include an Early Learning Center which houses a Child Development Program, a Pre-K Program, a full Kindergarten Program, and, for high school age students, an Independent Study Program, a Home Study Program, and an Opportunity Program. The district offers an adult education program as well.
Bonita Unified
School District 115 W. Allen Ave. San Dimas CA 91773 909-599-6787
The Bonita Unified School District operates 34 schools (8 elementary, 2 middle, 2 high, 1 alternative, 1 continuation), which serve 10,203 students. 203 students (2%) are classified as Limited English Proficient, and 793 (7.8%) qualify for the compensatory education program. The district employs 459 classroom teachers, and 36 staff members for pupil services. A variety of programs, services, and personnel are provided for Limited English Speaking (LEP), Gifted & Talented, and Special Needs students. Support services for all students, as needed, include speech/language, tutoring and counseling. The district offers a School-Age Care program at each of the elementary schools, and a separate before- & after-school program (Teen Scene) at each of the 2 middle schools.
Manhattan
Beach Unified School District 1230 Rosecrans Suite 400 Manhattan Beach CA
90266 310-725-9050
The Manhattan Beach Unified School District operates 7 schools (5 elementary, 1 middle, 1 high), which serve 6,441 students. 119 students (1.8%) are classified as Limited English Proficient, and 399 (6.2%) qualify for the compensatory education program. The district employs 328 classroom teachers, and 37 staff members for pupil services. A variety of programs, services, and personnel are provided for Limited English Speaking (LEP), Gifted & Talented, and Special Needs students. Support services for all students, as needed, include speech/language, tutoring and counseling. The district has a child development program, offering preschool (half-day & full-day), and school age care (before*- & after-school**, break/holiday/staff development days and summer care). All programs provide organized, age appropriate activities. *K-5, **K-8. The district works with the city to develop an arts-in-education program, which includes an Artist-in-Residency program (professional artists in each classroom in a school to teach the visual and performing arts, with projects integrated into the curriculum.)
Claremont
Unified School District 2080 N Mountain Ave, Claremont CA 91711,
909-398-0698
The Claremont Unified School District operates 12 schools (7 elementary, 1 middle, 1 high, 1 special education, 1 continuation, 1 community day), which serve 6,846 students. 615 students (9%) are classified as Limited English Proficient, and 935 (13.7%) qualify for the compensatory education program. The district employs 325 classroom teachers, and 30 staff members for pupil services. A variety of programs, services, and personnel are provided for Limited English Speaking (LEP), Gifted & Talented, and Special Needs students. Support services for all students, as needed, include speech/language, tutoring and counseling. The District provides a school age child day care program at Chaparral, Condit Mountain View, Oakmont, Sumner, Sycamore and Vista del Valle elementary schools.
Temple City
Unified School District 9700 Las Tunas Drive Temple City CA 91780
626-548-5000
The Temple City Unified School District operates 84 schools (4 elementary, 1 middle, 1 high, 1 alternative, 1continuation), which serve 57,702students. 851 students (14.9%) are classified as Limited English Proficient, and 710 (12.5%) qualify for the compensatory education program. The district employs 279 classroom teachers, and 16 staff members for pupil services. A variety of programs, services, and personnel are provided for Limited English Speaking (LEP), Gifted & Talented, and Special Needs students. Support services for all students, as needed, include speech/language, tutoring and counseling. The district offers the Quality Care program, which provides before- and/or after-school care for children in grades K-6.
Lawndale
Elementary School District 4161 W. 147th St. Lawndale CA 90260 310-973-1300
The Lawndale Elementary School District operates 8 schools (6 elementary, 1 middle, 1 high), which serve 6,484 students. 2,768 students (42.7%) are classified as Limited English Proficient, and 6,417 (99%) qualify for the compensatory education program. The district employs 307 classroom teachers, and 26 staff members for pupil services. A variety of programs, services, and personnel are provided for Limited English Speaking (LEP), Gifted & Talented, and Special Needs students. Support services for all students, as needed, include speech/language, tutoring and counseling. The district offers a before- & after-school program (R.A.P.).
South Pasadena Unified
School District 1020 El Centro St, South Pasadena CA 91030, 626-441-5703
The South Pasadena Unified School District operates 5 schools (3 elementary, 1 middle, 1 high), which serve 4,199 students. 257 students (6.1%) are classified as Limited English Proficient, and 267 (6.4%) qualify for the compensatory education program. The district employs 181 classroom teachers, and 22 staff members for pupil services. A variety of programs, services, and personnel are provided for Limited English Speaking (LEP), Gifted & Talented, and Special Needs students. Support services for all students, as needed, include speech/language, tutoring and counseling.
Lennox
Elementary School District 10319 S. Firmona Ave. Lennox CA 90304
310-330-4950
The Lennox Elementary School District operates 8 schools (5 elementary, 1 middle, 2 high), which serve 7,696 students. 5,313 students (69%) are classified as Limited English Proficient, and 7,654 (99.5%) qualify for the compensatory education program. The district employs 356 classroom teachers, and 28 staff members for pupil services. A variety of programs, services, and personnel are provided for Limited English Speaking (LEP), Gifted & Talented, and Special Needs students. Support services for all students, as needed, include speech/language, tutoring and counseling
Las Virgenes
Unified School District 4111 N. Las Virgenes Rd Calabasas CA 91302
818-880-4000
The Las Virgenes Unified School District operates 14 schools (8 elementary, 3 middle, 2 high, 1 continuation), which serve 12,170 students. 513 students (4.2%) are classified as Limited English Proficient, and 635 (5.2%) qualify for the compensatory education program. The district employs 543 classroom teachers, and 44 staff members for pupil services. A variety of programs, services, and personnel are provided for Limited English Speaking (LEP), Gifted & Talented, and Special Needs students. Support services for all students, as needed, include speech/language, tutoring and counseling.
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Duarte Unified School District 1620 Huntington Drive
Duarte CA 91010 626-358-1191
The Duarte Unified School District operates 8 schools (5 elementary, 1 middle, 1 high, 1 continuation), which serve 4,692 students. 867 students (18.5%) are classified as Limited English Proficient, and 3, 691 (78.7%) qualify for the compensatory education program. The district employs 218 classroom teachers, and 8 staff members for pupil services. A variety of programs, services, and personnel are provided for Limited English Speaking (LEP), Gifted & Talented, and Special Needs students. Support services for all students, as needed, include speech/language, tutoring and counseling. The district provides transportation for elementary school age children enrolled in the Park and Recreation Department's after-school child care program "Club Kids."
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El Segundo
Unified School District 641 Sheldon St. El Segundo CA 90245 310-615-2650
The El Segundo Unified School District operates 5 schools (2 elementary, 1 middle, 1 high, 1continuation), which serve 3,196 students. 101 students (3.2%) are classified as Limited English Proficient, and 670 (21%) qualify for the compensatory education program. The district employs 149 classroom teachers, and 11 staff members for pupil services. A variety of programs, services, and personnel are provided for Limited English Speaking (LEP), Gifted & Talented, and Special Needs students. Support services for all students, as needed, include speech/language, tutoring and counseling. The District has a preschool program, in addition to a fee-based before and after school child care program, The Learning Connection (TLC), that is on both elementary school campuses to serve K-5 students enrolled in the District. Class sizes of twenty students or less are available in Kindergarten, and grades 1-3 at the elementary level, and in grade 9 Math, and 9th & 10th grade English classes.
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San Marino Unified
School District 1665 West Dr. San Marino CA 91108 626-281-3691
The San Marino Unified School District operates 4 schools (2 elementary, 1 middle, 1 high), which serve 3,266 students. 196 students (6%) are classified as Limited English Proficient, and none qualify for the compensatory education program. The district employs 157 classroom teachers, and 11 staff members for pupil services. A variety of programs, services, and personnel are provided for Limited English Speaking (LEP), Gifted & Talented, and Special Needs students. Support services for all students, as needed, include speech/language, tutoring and counseling.
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Keppel Union Elementary
School District 34004 128th St., East Pearblossom CA 93553 661-944-2155
The Keppel Union Elementary School District operates 6 schools (5 elementary, 1 middle), which serve 2,924 students. 589 students (20.1%) are classified as Limited English Proficient, and 769 (26.3%) qualify for the compensatory education program). The district employs 137 classroom teachers, and 6 staff members for pupil services. Computers are widely used in the instructional program. A variety of programs, services, and personnel are provided for Limited English Speaking (LEP), Gifted & Talented, and Special Needs students. Support services for all students, as needed, include speech/language, tutoring and counseling.
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Castaic Union
Elementary School District 28131 Livingston Ave., Castaic CA 91355,
661-257-4500
The Castaic Union Elementary School District operates 4 schools (3 elementary, 1 middle), which serve 3,589 students. 247 students (6.9%) are classified as Limited English Proficient, and 236 (6.6%) qualify for the compensatory education program. The district employs 178 classroom teachers, and 12 staff members for pupil services. A variety of programs, services, and personnel are provided for Limited English Speaking (LEP), Gifted & Talented, and Special Needs students. Support services for all students, as needed, include speech/language, tutoring and counseling.
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Newhall
Elementary School District 25375 Orchard Village, Ste. 200 Valencia CA
91355 661-286-2200
The Ontario-Montclair Elementary School District operates 9 schools (9 elementary, K-6), which serve 6,672 students. 1,364 students (20.4%) are classified as Limited English Proficient, and 453 (6.8%) qualify for the compensatory education program. The district employs 309 classroom teachers, and 26 staff members for pupil services. A variety of programs, services, and personnel are provided for Limited English Speaking (LEP), Gifted & Talented, and Special Needs students. Support services for all students, as needed, include speech/language, tutoring and counseling.