Chaminade College Prep is one of the best Catholic Middle Schools & High Schools in Los Angeles…read moreCounty. There are personal statements, short essays, 2 letters-if-rec (1 from current teacher & 1 from school principal), STAR test, transcripts, & interviews that are part of the entrance requirements process. In 2025, the middle school instituted an HONORS math placement testing option. The middle school does have honors algebra and geometry until the 8th grade. Mrs Mary Guerra is the head admissions person and she's absolutely amazing and wonderful. Mrs Lotta is also extremely helpful and resourceful. The head of the math department is Mrs Cheek. She's very strict, tough, & extremely helpful to students. Mrs. Sipping who teaches history and religion is both relatable & kind. It can be said that Chaminade isn't without bad teachers, as most schools will have plenty of those. Sports at Chaminade is a big thing because this is how the school and the students attract college & university scholarships. SJE school is one of the biggest feeder school to Chaminade. Just this year we sent 12 fifth graders & 4 eighth graders to Chaminade. So of course the students will know each other and hang out with each other. Chaminade middle school has an 8 House System, like Harry Potter, & this is where kids have a chance to make friends at all levels of the school. I can see and understand that if you start at the Chaminade high school level that it can be tough to adjust. However, if your kids start at the middle school, they will have adjusted and created a pattern of learning and achieving which will propel them in high school. I do recommend Chaminade without any reservations. There's so much to do here, starting at their middle school, that you can't even believe!!

I went to both campuses and graduated in 1988. They prepare you for college and the curriculum is…read moreabove par & facilities are amazing. It also gives students to learn about religion

It is an awesome school filled with enthusiasm and great education. My daughter received straight…read moreA's through the years with her magnificent teachers. I recommend this school to all graduated fifth graders.

7-21-23 @ 09:00 The receptionist of the attendance office answered the phone as "Yessss" ???? I was…read morelost at this moment. Why is she not professionally answering the phone as Nobel Attendance office, xyz speaking how can I help you? I had confirm I was calling the attendance office. She replied by sarcastically saying "yesssss". I called to get information on out of state enrollment into the school. Tone was short, sarcastic, and overall very un-warm. I was taken entirely back by this lady (which, I promise as I am writing this I wish I would have got her name - but she did say she was the one who was in charge of calling folks back who were lottery into the school. First impressions are everything and I promise, this lady through me off completely. I came back and told my 7 th grader, and she was like "Yesssss! I've heard the attendance office people are really rude". Again, taken back.

As a former student(post 2019) I can confidently say this school is absolutely awful. While…read moreattending not a single year will pass you don't hear about a horror story scenario (sexual assault, bullying, gender identity issues,etc..) the management/administration staff are terrible. Please don't send your kids, they will look back and hold you accountable for putting them in the situation! The relaxed learning system in this school is a huge disservice to any student. This school used to be a great learning environment and had great arts programs(up to 2017), now it's lost all that was once great about OCS!!! I am still in the know because I have close family friends that still attend.

My child has gone here since K. We like it. No big complaints. They used to spend a lot of…read moreresources on students with IEPs, but now special education is handled by LAUSD. Obviously, the disgruntled are more likely to review a school on Yelp. My kid is happy to go to school everyday. He's thriving, learning reading, math, etc. I appreciate that he will be able to stay through middle school (TK-8). True the academics are not rigorous, but I don't believe young students should have copious amounts of HW. Students will be able to adapt to more rigorous academics when the time calls, starting at TK will just burn them out. They focus on socioemotional learning. We have met a lot of great families. The principal is excellent, diplomatic, curious, and competent.

We're having an excellent experience at Chatsworth High School. My kid enjoys their classes,…read moreteachers, sports, and has a ton of good ambitious friends. They've asked for more challenging work and the teachers and counselors have adjusted to make that happen. There's one administrator who could be a little more thorough but I'm still giving them 5 stars to counteract some of the wacky or out of date reviews below. I think with most public schools, you get what you make of it and thus far, our experience at Chatsworth High School has been great.

Everything about this Charter School for High School is lacking. No communication. Minimal…read moreeducation. If you are just looking to get the lowest education possible but still graduate, then this is the place. If you're a parent or guardian and want your child to learn something then don't enroll him/her here. My Grandson didn't have any graduation information and it's in 6 days! No one can possibly get there from anywhere unless you are local. He didn't even know he is only allowed 6 tickets! This place isn't interested in anything except the money they get from the State for your kid! Shame on them!

The high school baseball coach seems a bit unhinged, and his methods and actions appear to have…read moreaffected the players in a negative way. There have been rumors that money plays more of a role than talent. Not a good fit for influencing and encouraging young men.

Review is solely for sports field as my daughter does NOT attend this school…read more Attended on a recent Friday night as a visitor. Parking is really bad for those attending a football game as most of us visiting the football field had to park up a long hill, far from the field. No problem as I had to get additional steps in for my Fitbit but it was still as very long walk nonetheless. The field itself does not have a visitor side and a home side. All visitors sit on the same side of the field as the home fans which was definitely a first for many of us. I get it, there is a hill on the opposite side so seating on the west side of the field is impossible. The field is beautiful as is the baseball field asian to the football/soccer field. Nothing against the school itself. Simply offering my opinion of the field. When teams are battling at the opposite side of the field, it is very difficult to watch the game bcos everything is soooo far away. The visitors bleachers were sooo small that MANY fans were turned away. In this case, the early bird got the worm. Fun was still had by all and our team squeezed out a victory so life is good.

Our experience at GPS has been wonderful. Both of our children attended the preschool program, and…read moreour family has been part of the GPS community for the past three years. The teachers (Mrs Irene, Ms Megan, Mrs Jennifer...), are exceptional--caring, patient, dedicated, and deeply committed to each child's growth and development. They foster a warm, nurturing environment where children feel safe, supported, and eager to learn each day. Our children have thrived here thanks to the incredible staff and the strong sense of community the school provides. We are incredibly grateful for the positive impact this preschool has had on our family and would highly recommend it to anyone looking for a caring and high-quality early education experience.

My daughter attended the early childhood program for 2 years and she absolutely LOVED it! She had…read moresome of the best teachers. Even though she was in class with specific teachers, all of the teachers interacted with the kids during recess, lunch, and nap times. Miss Patty, Miss Mary, Miss Caryn, Miss Megan, Miss Irene, Miss Jennifer, and Miss Claudia were all so caring and loving to my little girl. They made going to school a happy experience for her. Even the office staff knew who all the kids were. Miss Giaconda knew every single child's name and was always happy to support and encourage them.

Just completed our first year at LMS. My son is in the Gifted Magnet Program. Also, this is the…read morefirst year with Mr. Gardin as Principal. I'm so glad we didn't listen to hearsay and negative opinions of others. The old administration is gone! Mr. Gardin has brought a level of excitement to all the staff and to the students. Improved test scores and morale around campus do not lie. We had an issue with a teacher early on pertaining to the lack of rigor given in instruction . Our concerns were heard and resolved. Throughout the year, I'd check in with my son to see if there were any problems and did he like the school. He loves it! I can't stress enough to parents/caregivers seeking a middle school to come on a school tour‼ The Robotics team, Girls Volleyball team, the Pentathlon, and Football team all brought home awards A lot of the past reviews were from years ago. Great changes have come to LMS‼ I hope my review will get LMS on your list of middle schools to come check out

Had a kid who went here after switching from Hale. He loved it, and I loved it too. The staff seem…read moreto care about the students and truly love the school. I would absolutely recommend this school!

I attended my niece and nephews Winter Percussion Family & Friends show…read more The band directors and all assistant directors are dedicated to all the student musicians and color guard. I truly enjoyed the performance and school spirit. The students were amazing. This yelp elite is GHHS Class of '87

I went to high school here for all four years. very humbling roots. glad that I done with my time…read morehere, but I learned to appreciate the journey. offers quality resources and programs that other high schools in the valley, county, state, and nation do not offer

We've had such a great experience with Egremont's preschool program. The teachers are warm,…read morepatient, and genuinely invested in each child's growth -- both academically and socially. Our child looked forward to going to school every day and really blossomed over the year. The classroom environment feels safe, nurturing, and fun, and the communication with parents has been consistently thoughtful and clear. We're really grateful to have been part of this community and would absolutely recommend the program to other families looking for a strong start for their little one.

My family has been a proud member of the Egremont School Community since 2019. My oldest son…read morestarted Kindergarten (2019) and sadly graduated from 5th grade this year (2025). How we wish Egremont offered 6th grade. Our second son continues to attend Egremont School and will continue to do so until he graduates. With this review we aim to express our heartfelt appreciation to Tina Struve - Egremont's Principal. Ms. Struve not only leads with exceptional skill but also with compassion and dedication. We are forever grateful to Ms. Struve, faculty, security, and assistive personnel for creating a nurturing and secure environment where my sons have thrived academically and socially. Throughout the years we have formed lasting friendships that go beyond the school setting. We confidently recommend Egremont School to anyone seeking excellent elementary education for their children. Egremont's specialty classes are wonderful, my sons especially like technology, art, music, and musical theater. Egremont welcomes you as parents and families to be extremely involved in your children's elementary school years. As a family we can't wait to join the festivities: Camping Under the Stars, Halloween, Thanksgiving, and Holiday Celebrations. We look forward to school productions such as the Winter Musical, Spring Productions and the Talent Show to name a few. The memories we have created as a family in Egremont will forever live in our hearts. We are familiar with surrounding schools and can guarantee you there is no school that can compare. At Egremont I have peace in mind that my sons are safe and well looked after. Egremont staff welcomes children by their name and ensure school grounds are beautifully maintained, the classrooms are bright, well - organized, and decorated with students' classwork, showcasing the children's learning journey. I asked my older son to share a few words, this is what he had to say: Thank you Ms. Struve and Egremont for everything you have taught me and done for me. I appreciate your kindness and for creating a welcoming feeling every day I walked into school. I felt appreciated and wanted. Almost everything I need to know about middle school was taught there. I hope that its amazing staff will be loved forever and that everything there stays as magical as it was when I went there. I don't think any school can match what Egremont has done for me. Egremont is a place where I can be happy.

The food didn't arrive in time…read more.. All staff are very supportive of students being creative and learning. The school is very artistic, really influences students to develop their artistic interests meanwhile getting the required education they need to graduate high school. All accommodation that students may need are met and supported. The school is very helpful and supporting.

We're glad that our daughter transferred to VIPHS. In her words, "The teachers here actually talk…read moreand teach. Many teachers at my old school just let us watch videos." That made me realize how much teacher-led, paper-and-pen instruction helps students focus and learn. As a transfer student, my daughter was warmly supported by teachers, her advisor, and the staff. The community is small, caring, and dedicated. I also joined a Board of Directors meeting before enrolling and was impressed by the school's organization and forward-thinking leadership. VIPHS reports an 81% college-acceptance rate, compared with under 60% at many nearby public high schools. The average class size is about 20 with a 15:1 student-teacher ratio, versus 30-35 students and ratios in the high 20s elsewhere. VIPHS is a close-knit, welcoming community that genuinely cares for students and prioritizes personal attention and academic excellence. Plus, drop-off and pick-up are so easy, a small but real bonus for families!