Mid-City's Prescott School of Enriched Sciences

School Overview
Mid-City’s Prescott School of Enriched Sciences is a public elementary school located in the West Adams neighborhood of Los Angeles, operating under the Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD). As a magnet school program, it is designed to provide students with a rigorous academic environment that prioritizes hands-on learning, critical thinking, and the development of core competencies in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM). The school aims to foster a culture of inquiry, encouraging students to explore the natural world and solve real-world problems through an enriched, project-based curriculum.

Beyond its academic focus, Prescott School of Enriched Sciences emphasizes the holistic development of its student body by cultivating a supportive and inclusive community. The school works to integrate parent involvement and community partnerships to enhance the educational experience, ensuring that students are well-prepared for higher education and future career pathways. By blending traditional instructional methods with specialized scientific exploration, the school strives to inspire curiosity and academic excellence in its diverse population of young learners.
220
Total Students
10.0
Full-Time Teachers
22.0
Student/Teacher Ratio
81.4%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Mid-City's Prescott School of Enriched Sciences
Demographic Student Count
White12
Hispanic136
Black39
Asian13
Two or More20
  • Hispanic
    136 (61.8%)
  • Black
    39 (17.7%)
  • Two or More
    20 (9.1%)
  • Asian
    13 (5.9%)
  • White
    12 (5.5%)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Elementary School
School Type: Alternative School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: N/A
District: Los Angeles Unified
Phone: (323)731-9346
Website: http://mcpmagnetschool.org
Grade Range: 1st - 5th
Total Students: 220
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 10.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 22.0
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 164
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 15
Grades Taught
Grade 1 37
Grade 2 40
Grade 3 43
Grade 4 50
Grade 5 50

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Mid-City's Prescott School of Enriched Sciences
Grade Student Count
Grade 137
Grade 240
Grade 343
Grade 450
Grade 550
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Mid-City's Prescott School of Enriched Sciences
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female10447.3%
Male11652.7%
Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)