Education
Hollywood, California, offers a diverse and dynamic education system that reflects the city’s vibrant culture and creative industries. The area is served by a mix of public, private, and charter schools, as well as specialized institutions catering to various academic and artistic disciplines.
Public education in Hollywood falls under a large urban school district, providing a range of traditional and magnet programs that emphasize science, technology, the arts, and humanities. Charter schools also play a significant role, offering alternative approaches to learning, often with smaller class sizes and unique curricula.
Private and parochial schools in the area provide additional options for families seeking specialized education with personalized instruction, faith-based teachings, or rigorous college preparatory programs.
Hollywood is also home to institutions focused on higher education and vocational training, particularly in fields related to film, music, digital arts, and entertainment. Many specialized programs support students looking to enter creative industries, blending technical skills with real-world experience.
Public Schools
Hollywood High School
Helen Bernstein High School
Joseph LeConte Middle School
Bancroft Middle School
Gardner Street Elementary School
Selma Avenue Elementary School
Grant Elementary School
Hollywood Primary Center
Vine Street Elementary School
Larchmont Charter School
Colleges/Universities
Los Angeles Film School
Los Angeles Recording School
American Academy of Dramatic Arts – Los Angeles
Musicians Institute
Gnomon School of Visual Effects
Emerson College Los Angeles
Columbia College Hollywood
New York Film Academy – Los Angeles
AFI Conservatory
West Coast Ultrasound Institute
Public Library
Frances Howard Goldwyn – Hollywood Regional Branch
Will & Ariel Durant Branch Library
Cahuenga Branch Library
John C. Fremont Branch Library
Los Feliz Branch Library
West Hollywood Library
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