Welcome to Region East
Welcome to Los Angeles Unified Region East, a dynamic learning community where nearly 107,000 brilliant students grow, lead, and discover their purpose. Spanning 255 schools across vibrant neighborhoods from Downtown and South Los Angeles to MacArthur Park, East Los Angeles, Boyle Heights, El Sereno, Lincoln Heights, City Terrace, Cudahy, Bell, South Gate, Maywood, Huntington Park, Vernon, Walnut Park, Eagle Rock, and Highland Park. Region East is rich in culture, diversity, and unstoppable potential.
Our mission is to ensure every student graduates ready to thrive in college, career, and life, and just as importantly, to find joy and meaning in their journey.
A Message from Our Superintendent
I’m Dr. Lourdes Ramirez-Ortiz, and I am honored to serve as the Superintendent of Region East. Every day, I am inspired by the passion, resilience, and brilliance of our students, families, and educators. In Region East, we believe in the power of community and the promise of every child.
Together, we are creating schools where students feel seen, supported, and challenged to grow into the leaders and innovators of tomorrow. I am grateful for the opportunity to walk alongside you on this journey and to serve the incredible communities that make Region East so special.
Thank you for walking this path with us and for the trust you place in our shared mission.
Dr. Lourdes Ramirez-Ortiz
Superintendent, Region East
