Dr. Julian Nava Learning Academy
572 Students
Middle School 6th - 8th
School Overview
Dr. Julian Nava Learning Academy - School of Business and Technology is a specialized public middle school located in South Los Angeles, serving students within the Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD). As part of the larger Dr. Julian Nava Learning Academy campus, this specific school is designed to bridge the gap between traditional academics and real-world career preparation. It focuses on fostering an environment where students develop critical thinking and leadership skills, with a particular emphasis on business acumen, financial literacy, and technological proficiency.
The school’s curriculum is structured to prepare students for the demands of the 21st-century workforce by integrating industry-relevant skills into their daily studies. Beyond core academic subjects, students are encouraged to engage with project-based learning and extracurricular activities that emphasize professional development and digital literacy. By cultivating a culture of high expectations and community involvement, the School of Business and Technology aims to empower its diverse student body to become informed, innovative, and productive citizens in a globalized economy.
The school’s curriculum is structured to prepare students for the demands of the 21st-century workforce by integrating industry-relevant skills into their daily studies. Beyond core academic subjects, students are encouraged to engage with project-based learning and extracurricular activities that emphasize professional development and digital literacy. By cultivating a culture of high expectations and community involvement, the School of Business and Technology aims to empower its diverse student body to become informed, innovative, and productive citizens in a globalized economy.
572
Total Students
32.5
Full-Time Teachers
17.6
Student/Teacher Ratio
98.6%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 2 |
| Hispanic | 541 |
| Black | 26 |
| Two or More | 3 |
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Hispanic541 (94.6%)
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Black26 (4.5%)
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Two or More3 (0.5%)
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White2 (0.3%)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | Middle School |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Public Non-Charter |
| Virtual Instruction: | No virtual instruction |
| Shared Time Status: | N/A |
| District: | Los Angeles Unified |
| Phone: | (323)846-2200 |
| Website: | http://drjnla.net |
| Grade Range: | 6th - 8th |
| Total Students: | 572 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 32.5 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 17.6 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO) |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 554 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 10 |
Grades Taught
Grade 6
178
Grade 7
190
Grade 8
204
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 6 | 178 |
| Grade 7 | 190 |
| Grade 8 | 204 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 290 | 50.7% |
| Male | 282 | 49.3% |
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