Augustus Hawkins High

Augustus Hawkins High sits in the South Los Angeles neighborhood, a historically rich and tight-knit community that has long been the heartbeat of Black and Latino culture in LA. The school serves families who are deeply rooted in the area and looking for a local option that keeps kids connected to their community, and it may be a better fit for families who prioritize that neighborhood bond over chasing higher test scores. South LA is a place with real character — close to Exposition Park, the Natural History Museum, and the Coliseum — and families who call it home tend to value schools that reflect and serve the community around them.