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Community Magnet Charter Elementary School in Burbank, California

Community Magnet Charter Elementary School Detail

(310) 476-2281
11301 Bellagio Rd.
Los Angeles, CA 90049
Levels: K-6
District: Los Angeles Unified School District


Community Magnet Charter Elementary School Census Data

Census InfoValueYear
Student Teacher Ratio:17.8% (2008)
Percent Free and Reduced Price Lunch:24.01% (2008)
White, non-Hispanic:38.39% (2009)
Black, non-Hispanic:23.68% (2009)
Hispanic:12.18% (2009)
Asian:24.37% (2009)
Pacific Islander:0% (2009)
Native American or Native Alaskan:0.23% (2009)
Unspecified:0.69% (2009)
Filipino:0.46% (2009)

Community Magnet Charter Elementary School Ratings Summary

Average Quality Rating5
Average Principals Rating5
Average Teachers Rating5
Average Activities Rating4
Average Parents Rating5
Average Safety Rating4

Community Magnet Charter Elementary School Reviews

Quality Score: 5
Post Date:2005-08-20
“Excellent small school with a great family feel. Caring principal and dedicated teachers. Kids and parents love this school!”
This review was posted by a teacher.
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Post Date:2009-10-05
“A beautiful campus where the enthusiam for learning is contagious!”
This review was posted by a parent.
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Post Date:2009-10-02
“Wonderful campus! Wonderful teachers!”
This review was posted by a parent.
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Post Date:2009-10-01
“i belive is a grea program and great school where kids can take advantage of the oportunity”
This review was posted by a parent.
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Post Date:2009-10-01
“It is an excellent school!”
This review was posted by a other.
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Post Date:2009-10-01
“Unreal. Love the spirit, amazing academics, unreal educational experience. There is a heartbeat at this school you don't find anywhere else.”
This review was posted by a parent.
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Post Date:2009-10-01
“We love this school! The learning environment is stimulating and the parents and teachers all work hard to make this a great school!”
This review was posted by a parent.
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Post Date:2009-10-01
“The teachers and staff seem to spend every waking hour thinking about creating a great experience for the kids.”
This review was posted by a parent.
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Post Date:2009-10-01
“Its my daughter's first year of kindergarten and I can already see that she's learned alot. very cool school”
This review was posted by a parent.
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Post Date:2009-09-29
“I love that the teachers and Principal are always available and open to all suggestions and offer their help in any way possible.”
This review was posted by a parent.
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Post Date:2009-09-29
“Community Magnet Charter School has ... 1) wonderful teachers 2) nice program 3) safety location 4) cleaned and maintained”
This review was posted by a parent.
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Post Date:2009-09-29
“Amazing Principle and Teaching Staff. Beautiful Campus and wonderful programs for the kids!!! Top notch school. A++++++”
This review was posted by a parent.
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Post Date:2009-09-26
“Community Magnet Charter School has dedicated teachers who really care about their students!!!”
This review was posted by a other.
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Post Date:2009-09-25
“Community Magnet Charter School it is a realy good school. With wonderful teachers that care about our childrens,and olso has a realy good and safe environment. My daughter is so happy to be part of this wonderful school.”
This review was posted by a parent.
Quality Score: 5
Post Date:2009-09-25
“The kindergarten program is awesome. The expectations are high and children rise the high expectations. It is small and inviting with a variety of activities. It is multi-cultural providing a well rounded experience for the children.”
This review was posted by a parent.
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Post Date:2009-09-24
“It's an amazing place for my children to be! And, it is so well organized! I, as a parent, never feel 'out of the loop' which is so important! I truly feel like Community Magnet is close-knit, family-type environment which teaches our children more than the ever-so-important basics. Thank you for asking!”
This review was posted by a parent.
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Post Date:2009-09-23
“My grandchild is receiving a wonderful education, and having a great time learning.”
This review was posted by a other.
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Post Date:2009-09-23
“It's got the greatest group of kids in the district. Pam, our principal, is amazing. Get's it all done and then some! And you couldn't ask for a more beautiful campus than ours!!”
This review was posted by a parent.
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Post Date:2009-09-23
“Community Magnet Charter takes a diverse slice of young Angelenos and makes them stars. We could not be happier with the education gained by the children.”
This review was posted by a parent.
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Post Date:2009-09-23
“Great teachers, great location, clean school!”
This review was posted by a other.
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Post Date:2009-09-22
“Our oldest son started at Community in 2001 and our youngest son has just started Kindergarten there this year. It is an amazing school with passionate staff, teachers, students, and parents. We are grateful and proud to be a part of such a community.”
This review was posted by a parent.
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Post Date:2009-09-22
“The name says it all- I feel a part of a wonderful Community of parents, students and teachers committed to quality education.”
This review was posted by a parent.
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Post Date:2009-09-22
“This is a real community. Kids belong and they are really not left behind. They look at the whole child, staff are caring and parents are welcomed!”
This review was posted by a parent.
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Post Date:2009-09-22
“I am very impressed with the campus and their test scores!”
This review was posted by a other.
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Post Date:2009-09-22
“Wonderful teachers, parents who care, kids who are motivated”
This review was posted by a parent.
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Post Date:2009-09-22
“higher GPA score, my child likes the school very much, academical program program”
This review was posted by a parent.
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Post Date:2009-09-22
“There is a truly nurturing community.”
This review was posted by a parent.
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Post Date:2009-09-21
“Community Magnet really is the best. I came there as a parent with a daughter in second grade. At her former private school, homework and going to school was a struggle. Now my daughter can't wait to go school, cries if she misses a day or is late, and always wants to d extra credit and do her best on class assignments. This is even when I tell her don't worry about doing more. The great thing is is that the school always scores high on testing. Families come from all different economic backgrounds and nationalities. And all perform well>”
This review was posted by a parent.
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Post Date:2009-09-20
“It's a school with diversity that *works*. It's a microcosm of the best ideals of the USA.”
This review was posted by a parent.
Quality Score: 5
Post Date:2009-09-19
“CMCS is a great school, because it provides an education equivalent to a top-notch private school, but even better, because it is culturally and socially diverse.”
This review was posted by a parent.
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Post Date:2009-09-19
“i love Community Magnet Charter School because the Principal and teachers are very caring about the kids education. The Parent's envolvement is so welcomed and a key to the school's success. There are special programs to help kids that need a little more help than others who can grasp thinks easier. I also love the fact that the school is very integrated with great mix of kids from different race & background, lot's of activities to keep them engaged. i feel blessed and comfortable that my child is at CMCS.”
This review was posted by a parent.
Quality Score: 5
Post Date:2009-09-19
“CMCS is a magical place. The ethnic diversity, the thorough teaching and comprehensive work that the school does provide is like no other. I am so proud. Their CATCH reading program has given children a safe environment to learn and grow.”
This review was posted by a parent.
Quality Score: N/A
Post Date:2009-09-18
“Great teachers, large campus with smaller population; innovative curriculum; caring staff and teachers; collaborative parents; diverse student body; emphasis on liberal arts and cultural diversity; nice location”
This review was posted by a parent.
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Post Date:2009-09-18
“The diversity, the location, the broad academic approach.”
This review was posted by a parent.
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Post Date:2009-09-18
“Community Magnet is an amazing school focused on developing the whole child as a life-long learner and global citizen. The individualized approach to the success (both academic and social) of each child is outstanding by everyone at Community Magnet.”
This review was posted by a parent.
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Post Date:2009-09-18
“Community Magnet Charter has Tracy Ross who is a devoted teacher, loves her job and what her job offers to children. Such a healthy school environment for the children attending and needed in these difficult times. Koudos, for a job well done Community Magnet Charter.”
This review was posted by a parent.
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Post Date:2009-09-18
“Community Magnet Charter School has a nurturing and wonderfully diverse environment that really teaches kids as individuals.”
This review was posted by a parent.
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Post Date:2009-09-18
“No child slips through the cracks in this school. Each child is given the utmost attention needed to succeed and realize their absolute potential. Everybody is so happy to be there.”
This review was posted by a parent.
Quality Score: 5
Post Date:2009-09-18
“From the Principal(Pam Marton) to the teachers, staff and the parents, the Community Magnet Charter School at 11301 Bellagio Road in Los Angeles is dedicated to ensuring a bright future for the US through serving the students who attend. These students learn humanity, collaboration, team-spirit, and leadership in addition to the academics. I love the excitement written on the kids' face every day as they go to school. Kudos to all who strive to make this happen.”
This review was posted by a other.
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Post Date:2009-09-18
“We have the best Principal,staff and teachers in all of Los Angeles! And a great group of Parent's it truely is a community.”
This review was posted by a parent.
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Post Date:2009-09-18
“We just started at Community School. After applying for 3 years. We felt like we had won the lottery. My son had been attending a highly ranked school 5 minutes from our house but we jumped at the chance to go to Community. It is warm, inviting and allows kids to learn in all types of ways. You know that every family there is there because they really want to be. It has been an incredibly easy transistion because of the warth and availability of the staff.”
This review was posted by a parent.
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Post Date:2009-09-18
“Amazing teachers--truly is a community of parents, teachers, children and principal who want to make this earth a better place.”
This review was posted by a parent.
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Post Date:2009-09-18
“Brilliant principal; inspired teachers; involved parents; motivated kids - It has a diverse, caring environment; rigorous academics along with a support system for students who need additional help. We feel so fortunate to be a part of the CMCS family!”
This review was posted by a parent.
Quality Score: 5
Post Date:2009-09-18
“All the stuffs, teachers and parents, especially the principal always concern about what is the best for school. Community Magnet is very experienced and organized. My son got a perfect attendance for his Kindergarten year at community; he had sooo much fun at Community and he d never wanted to miss it!!!”
This review was posted by a parent.
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Post Date:2009-09-18
“It represents what each school in our country should represent: a diverse student body and staff that provides the absolute best for everyone!”
This review was posted by a parent.
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Post Date:2009-09-18
“This is one of the best public elementary schools in Los Angeles. It's works like a private school...teacher, parents, parents friends and grandparents are all very involved. Tutoring programs, drama, music. It's wonderfully diverse community where your childs' best interest and education comes first.”
This review was posted by a parent.
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Post Date:2009-09-18
“I love Community Magnet Charter ES because it is definitely one of the best public schools still available in Los Angeles. It's a very diverse community, with a lot of involvement from parents, staff, administration, etc. Under our principal's excellent leadership, our very dedicated teachers do an extraordinary job and it only gets better through the years. It's small enough to keep it personal, and the campus location is amazing!!”
This review was posted by a parent.
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Post Date:2009-09-18
“Being a global citizen is the theme at CMCS. Our children learn from an early age how to care for the world and the people around them. This philosophy is infused in the excellent academics. The diverse population makes this school a true 'global community'. CMCS is truly a gem in the LAUSD system.”
This review was posted by a parent.
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Post Date:2009-09-18
“Community is a school that teaches children how to think for themselves and how to navigate the world around them.”
This review was posted by a parent.
Quality Score: 5
Post Date:2009-09-18
“I have a 5th grade daughter and a 2nd grade son at CMCS. This is the best school I could possibly imagine my children attending. All of the teachers, the principal, and fellow parents create a tremendously rich and nurturing environment for my children to develop as students and individuals.”
This review was posted by a parent.
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Post Date:2009-09-18
“This is a 5 star school with teacher who care about their profession which is evident in the curriculum and personal attention given to the students. Parent involvment is encouraged and the Teacher create a perfect enviroment to foster academic learning and creativity with the interest of the student being a priority in exceling in education.”
This review was posted by a other.
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Post Date:2009-09-18
“The teachers are the best!”
This review was posted by a other.
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Post Date:2009-09-18
“Excellent teachers, diverse student population and an incredibly positive, happy learning environment. You'd be hard pressed to find a better, more well-rounded elementary school, public or private.”
This review was posted by a parent.
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Post Date:2009-09-18
“Community Magnet Charter School is an amazing place that my children love. They've grown so much and have been given great tools by their teachers and staff to become wonderful citizens of the world.”
This review was posted by a parent.
Quality Score: 5
Post Date:2009-09-18
“Community Magnet Charter School is a dream come true. The staff, particularly the Principal, is amazing! She's very attentive to the families and puts a great deal of time and energy in making sure Community Magnet remains as one of the top schools in the city. I don't know how she manages everything, but she does, and makes it look effortless in the process. The teachers really care about their students and truly not one child falls behind. My son, who is currently in 1st Grade, is flourishing in the school, both academically and socially, and he looks forward to going to school every day. It's up to par, if not above, many of the private schools we were researching. We are blessed to be part of the CMCS family. My only gripe is that I wish it went until 12th grade!”
This review was posted by a parent.
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Post Date:2009-09-17
“It is a community with amazing teachers and involved parents. The environment and people there teach our children how to be smart, caring and confident as well as responsible global citizens.”
This review was posted by a parent.
Quality Score: 2
Post Date:2009-09-17
“Community Magnet has an amazing community atmosphere and a hard working staff!! The opportunities that the children have are top notch due to parent and staff volunteerism and hard work.”
This review was posted by a parent.
Quality Score: N/A
Post Date:2009-09-17
“My daughter just started there, but we love it already! Lots of great activities in school and out.”
This review was posted by a parent.
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Post Date:2009-09-17
“Community is a fantastic school with great parents, faculty, staff and students! We can't say enough about the wonderful, nurturing environment, outstanding curriculum and dedication to the students.”
This review was posted by a parent.
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Post Date:2009-09-17
“Community Magnet school is a diverse elementary school in Los Angeles. It is a magnet school where the students choose to be in a voluntary integrated learning environment. My children both attend CMCS and receive a quality education.”
This review was posted by a parent.
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Post Date:2009-09-17
“The best school ever! Love the campus and the teachers”
This review was posted by a parent.
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Post Date:2009-09-17
“The greatest, sweetest, kindest most loving kids go to Community Magnet and while there are many great things going on there, the kids are the best!”
This review was posted by a parent.
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Post Date:2009-09-17
“CMCS and its principal are a great example of how public schools can succeed by harnessing the power of parents and the community. Everyone at CMCS is proud to be there and it shows!”
This review was posted by a parent.
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Post Date:2009-09-17
“Fantastic school for kid! Multicultural education opportunity, wonderful school environment! Furthermore, amazing teachers and principal!”
This review was posted by a parent.
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Post Date:2009-09-17
“Cmcs is wonderful because of the caring faculty and fabulous student body!”
This review was posted by a parent.
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Post Date:2009-09-17
“The Staffs and teachers are great and they always count the children first and always show there best affort in every where. I'm so proud of our school”
This review was posted by a parent.
Quality Score: 5
Post Date:2009-09-17
“The best public school in Los Angeles, hands down. The teachers are passionate about teaching, and are inventive in the way they teach. The kids are kind, considerate, and thoughtful in a way that constantly impresses me. The principal's door is always open. The API is 930!!! I am so fortunate to have my daughter attending this school.”
This review was posted by a parent.
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Post Date:2009-09-17
“Wonderful teachers and lots of parent support. Academic standards are high, at the same time there is emphasis on cultural and social awareness too.”
This review was posted by a parent.
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Post Date:2009-09-17
“I love Community Magnet Charter School because the wide variety in cultures are used to enhance the children's education. They come out of there confounded by racism and filled with hope for the future. Many of my friend's have put their kids in private school because they say they 'had no choice.' But I would hold up my child's education to theirs any day. There is no better school in this city.”
This review was posted by a parent.
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Post Date:2009-09-17
“pam marton is a dynamic principal. all of the teachers are extremely dedicated and everyone feels lucky to be part of such a special school.”
This review was posted by a parent.
Quality Score: 5
Post Date:2009-09-17
“I could never have imagined a school with such involvement from teachers and parents. They are all fantastic and there has never been a group of people more excited to be a part of something so amazing.”
This review was posted by a parent.
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Post Date:2009-09-17
“The education they teach to the kids and the respect they have for the kids, and the parents. You can tell their sole business is to teach to the best of their abilities. Thumbs up to the Principal, the teachers and all other staff for doing a magnificent job!”
This review was posted by a parent.
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Post Date:2009-09-17
“They have a lot of passions for school”
This review was posted by a parent.
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Post Date:2009-09-17
“The caring people who work there, send there kids there and support it all year thru... and the wonderful mix of cultures, backgrounds and interests. A truly diverse school with access for kids all over the city.”
This review was posted by a parent.
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Post Date:2009-09-17
“Community Magnet has great leadership, amazing teachers and staff and fantastic parent involvement.”
This review was posted by a parent.
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Post Date:2009-09-17
“Teachers are nice, my children are getting better scores”
This review was posted by a parent.
Quality Score: 5
Post Date:2009-09-17
“Community Magnet is a place where every child is looked at individually and allowed to blossom. Every student has a committee of staff members who meet to look at what needs to be done to best meet that student's needs. Community is the only school with a built in tutoring service that catches each student who needs extra help in its safety net and this service is provided year after year. Its arts and humanities focus is so rich! The staff is made up of teachers, administrators and office personnel who are collectively intelligent, motivated and loving.”
This review was posted by a parent.
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Post Date:2009-09-17
“Community Magnet Charter School is a truly great school. The teachers and staff care about all the children. They not only teach our children, but they make the children enjoy learning. The school would not be the exceptional school it is without a caring and enthusiastic principal, teachers, T.A.s, and staff.”
This review was posted by a parent.
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Post Date:2009-09-17
“Such a well run school. You can tell everyone at the school works as a team. The Principal does a great job and the teachers are all so on the ball”
This review was posted by a parent.
Quality Score: 5
Post Date:2009-09-17
“We have wonderful teachers and staff who teach through example with love and understanding. The kids are taught to respect themselves as well as others. We have artistic freedom as well as academic freedom. They teach outside the lines and truly love to educate. The parents are awesome and make it about the kids!”
This review was posted by a parent.
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Post Date:2009-09-17
“The school has the best principal in the whole district and great teachers. Kids are amasing too.”
This review was posted by a parent.
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Post Date:2009-09-17
“It has been amazing! There are so many parents that are involved in making the school a better place. The teachers seem to be very involved, and my daughter loves going to school.”
This review was posted by a parent.
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Post Date:2009-09-17
“wonderful principal, teachers, staff, & great parent participation. education is fun and complete at community magnet charter school.”
This review was posted by a parent.
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Post Date:2009-09-17
“My kids had an amazing start in this world through their attendance at CMCS. They had fabulous teachers and made great friends, some of whom they are still friends with. I am forever grateful for what a great school CMCS is!”
This review was posted by a parent.
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Post Date:2009-09-17
“Community Magnet Charter is a first rate public school. The teachers and administration really care about the students and the parents.”
This review was posted by a parent.
Quality Score: 5
Post Date:2009-09-17
“we have the most caring, compasianet, and entusiastic teacher and staff. We feel honored to be a part of such a great community and school.”
This review was posted by a parent.
Quality Score: N/A
Post Date:2009-09-17
“I love CMCS for its commitment to diversity. The kids get to learn about the multiple cultures that make up our vast city in a safe and loving environment. My child comes home excited about what she learns daily.”
This review was posted by a parent.
Quality Score: 5
Post Date:2009-09-17
“community is number 1 in all areas specially academics.”
This review was posted by a parent.
Quality Score: 5
Post Date:2009-09-17
“Community Magnet is led by the most dedicated principal, Pam Marton, who works tirelessly to support her students. Add in bright, caring and communicative teachers and staff, involved parents and great children, to make CMCS my favorite school.”
This review was posted by a parent.
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Post Date:2009-09-17
“Our school is supporting by lots of involved parents, friends and our community. Our 2009 API is up to 930 from 912 in 2008. Thanks to our students, teachers and staff. Let's all have a great year and make our shine !”
This review was posted by a parent.
Quality Score: N/A
Post Date:2009-09-17
“The themes keep repeating....principal, teachers, TAs, the support staff, the kids and the involvement of parents. One more thing....the after school enrichment program led by Martha Melinda, which includes options for some truly amazing performances in children's musical theater. Opportunities abound for kids to express themselves and take a few risks in accepting environments that really foster confidence and relationships built on trust and acceptance.”
This review was posted by a parent.
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Post Date:2009-09-17
“Nice environment,good academic performance .”
This review was posted by a parent.
Quality Score: N/A
Post Date:2009-09-17
“Superior school, public or private. Teachers are amazing!”
This review was posted by a parent.
Quality Score: N/A
Post Date:2009-06-26
“My daughter attended this school before they moved. This was the best thing to happen to her,she blossomed everything you can want for a child. Her grades were excellent after attending this school. Pam M was principal. Best school in Los Angeles.”
This review was posted by a parent.
Quality Score: 5
Post Date:2008-12-18
“I am a grandparent , retired school teacher of 30 years with experience in various educational positions and cities. Community Magnet has what is best in public and private schools for the students who attend. Fabulous, engaged, creative, exuberant administrators, teachers and staff. Grandparents are welcome and celebrated as a part of the 'village'. It is a place where students enjoy learning and the teachers enjoy teaching. The environment is inspiring, educational ,clean and beautiful. My grandchildren ride the bus a long way, they don't complain, they are happy with homework and all. I like the fact that this is a multicultural student body , and everyone appears to feel good about themselves. It is an all American school.”
This review was posted by a other.
Quality Score: 5
Post Date:2008-11-18
“The things I like the most about Community Magnet Charter School are the teachers and their constant enthusiasm to prepare the children for the future. They are committed to programs that insure the children not only achieve the public school grade requirements but far exceed them. The schools student body depicts the multitude of culture which will further prepare them for the challenges and successful ventures to come. While still having the public school classification it is an institution that competes with private institutions that cost thousands every year BUT gives those lucky families who can not afford that type of expense the privilege of seeing their child grow beyond their imagination. It's amazing.”
This review was posted by a parent.
Quality Score: 5
Post Date:2008-11-18
“I have two kids at Community Magnet Charter School and I am extremely pleased with the quality of their education, the teachers, the school's diversity and the parental involvement. In my opinion we have high enrollment because of the school's outstanding reputation, scores and a Principle that is outstanding. This is truly a community school; many school activities which involves parent, staff and students, extra curricular studies such as; computer lab, foreign language, music with instrumental training, educational field trips and much more. This is a school with a superior educational platform. Our students are in a Public school however it is being administrated like a Private school. I am so blessed to be part of this phenomenal school!”
This review was posted by a parent.
Quality Score: 4
Post Date:2008-07-31
“This is a fantastic school for first graders and above. The k-program was too rigorous for my child and I found the program to not be developmentally appropriate. That being said, my child did learn a great deal, but had I to do it over again, I'm not sure this would have been the spot.”
This review was posted by a parent.
Quality Score: N/A
Post Date:2008-03-11
“This wonderful school is like a well-run, academic, progressive private school, but much better, as it is truly economicaly and culturally diverse thanks to its magnet status. The learning process is creative here with incredible field trips ( the Getty is our neighbor and has offered teacher training), 'Passport Day'. 'Gold Rush' and 'colonial' days, science camp 3 day visits for 4th and 5th graders, 'Interest Classes' taught by community members in subjects ranging from Hip Hop to Brain Science, kingergarden Whale Watching, Lunar New Year celebrations......I could go on and on. The after school Musical Theater Program taught by Martha Melinda is the best in the city, and the school developed the 'CATCH' mentoring/tutoring program which is now being copied at other LAUSD schools. The school alsohas a 2 year old, stunning, Wonder-of Reading library. Principal A++++ Parents always welcome in classroom. K:very academic, not for 4 y.o.s, I believe.”
This review was posted by a parent.
Quality Score: 5
Post Date:2007-10-16
“I was so lucky to get the news when my son was accepted in Community Magnet. We both loved the school. I had never seen so much involvement with the teachers towards the kids. Helping the kids in every way they can is what they do best!”
This review was posted by a parent.
Quality Score: 5
Post Date:2007-09-24
“Community Magnet has been a fabulous experience for both my children. The principal is eternally enthusiastic about her school and 'her kids'. The parent involvement is good taking into account the distance most people travel to get there. The teaching staff is mostly wonderful with a few exceptions. There is too much emphasis on homework especially in the lower grades where there are no studies showing this will help, but rather hinder the children's enthusiasm to learn. All in all, I don't think you will find a better school within the LAUSD.”
This review was posted by a parent.
Quality Score: 5
Post Date:2007-08-24
“Community Magnet School is incredible. It is inspiring to see the remarkable leadership of the principal and dedication of the staff. As a parent, I am thrilled to engage with many other committed families in the diverse and welcoming environment of our school. I simply can't imagine a better place for my child.”
This review was posted by a parent.
Quality Score: 5
Post Date:2007-08-24
“I can't tell you how lucky I feel to have found such a wonderful school for my children. The test scores are spectacular, but it's all of the other stuff that makes this school a real find -- the multicultural perspective, the humanities focus (with music, drama and visual arts for all kids), the beautiful campus. There is a true feeling of 'community' at this CMS. The teachers at each grade level work in close collaboration to make sure the needs of all students are met, and the high parent involvement makes it possible to include programs that you cannot find at other public schools. My only complaint is that we have to leave after 5th grade!”
This review was posted by a parent.
Quality Score: 3
Post Date:2007-06-21
“Granted Community is great, but I feel that my child who is found gifted is lacking in more challenging activities (heard many complaints from my child). The low-performing students get more attention from the teacher and my child is grouped doing independent work with other children in one table. I don't feel that there is any out-of-the ordinary differentiated work for the gifted child, aside from what is in the regular curriculum, even after parent conferences. Too many time-consuming take home book reports that parents end up doing and both parent and child don't enjoy doing--year after year.”
This review was posted by a parent.
Quality Score: 5
Post Date:2007-06-07
“CMS is an excellent school with a diverse student and faculty population. Nestled in the hills of Bel Air this diamond sparkles because of the dedication of the adminstrators, staff, and parents, not to mention the well-rounded students. When a child needs help there are lots of people rushing to help, not running away or passing the buck. LAUSD and districts across the country could learn a thing or two about educating and nurturing children by copying Community. It should not be lost that parents at this school are very involved, even if they have to work and live far away - it takes a commitment by each family to make it work also. CMS is a gem!”
This review was posted by a parent.
Quality Score: 1
Post Date:2006-12-23
“School has a Special Education day class that is in need of more students. You can contact LAUSD Special Education or go to Saveroomone.com for more information. Program is inclusion based. It is wonderful for children with disabilities to have the opportunity to receive an education on a general education campus.”
This review was posted by a parent.
Quality Score: 5
Post Date:2006-12-19
“Both of my childen went to Community, and we loved it (& miss it). Wanting to continue that Community/family feeling, we found a small private school near downtown, where our boys now attend. My boys aren't lost in public middle or high schools with literally thousands of students. Everyone knows everyone -- no student falls through the cracks.”
This review was posted by a parent.
Quality Score: 4
Post Date:2006-12-08
“Kindergarten is spectacular compared to regular public schools. Teachers have many hands on activities instead of paper work. Truly diverse and the atmosphere is very friendly among parents. Intense only if your child ends up with a higher demanding teacher.”
This review was posted by a parent.
Quality Score: 5
Post Date:2006-09-18
“I'm sure there are schools out that that compare to CMS but I think it would be like finding a needle in a haystack. Some parents feel the kinder program is to intensed but I'll tell you once your child complete that program they'll be prepared for the next 5 years! It really makes the kids stronger. We would love to have more parents apply that would like to be involved. The parents are a big part of what makes this school so great. In order to keep that we need parents who are committed. The teachers are amazing, the principle is open to creative, fun, educational ideas and understands that it takes a village to raise a child. You can't go wrong here.”
This review was posted by a parent.
Quality Score: 5
Post Date:2006-09-18
“The academic program @ community is Excellent. Teachers are behind the student to help them excel. Music and drama are available for all students, they also have orchestra for students in 2nd- 5th grade. Parent involvement at community is very high, I belive that is why one of the reasons why the children at community are such high achievers.”
This review was posted by a parent.
Quality Score: 5
Post Date:2006-05-15
“Community Magnet is a great school I feel very bless that I work there.”
This review was posted by a teacher.
Quality Score: 5
Post Date:2006-02-21
“Great school! Wonderful programs. Excellent teachers.”
This review was posted by a parent.
Quality Score: 5
Post Date:2006-01-15
“Community Magnet is on a large campus nestled in the hills above UCLA in Bel Air. Mature trees, a soccer-size field and deer sightings make it a serene learning environment in the middle of the city. No neighborhood children attend, but transportation is provided to the diverse and intelligent students from all over Los Angeles that make CMS a fabulous place for any family seeking a truly diverse population for their child to be a part of. The teachers are committed to their students and work in grade-level teams enhancing grade-level experiences. Art, music, drama, instumental music, after-school drama camp and field trips are available. A highly active parent community assists in classrooms, raising monies, heading committees and supporting their children's education. The principal and administrative staff are integral to making CMS an absolutely phenomenal school. Our family is thankful for CMS!”
This review was posted by a parent.
Quality Score: 5
Post Date:2006-01-12
“I feel very blessed that my child is able to attend CMS. She was on the waiting list for three years before she finally was accepted and it was worth the wait.Her academics have improved since she began attending CMS ( math especially). Parent involvment tremendous. As a working parent I don't get to volunteer like I would like to. I am hoping that there is some way that the working parents can assist in the future. I am very please with this school.”
This review was posted by a parent.
Quality Score: 5
Post Date:2006-01-12
“This is the best school I could have ever wished for my daughter who is now in 1st grade. It is located in a safe, serene and wonderful neighborhood. Children know their teachers by first name. Parents can take part in many committees or volunteer in many ways and many do! The children really feel that the school belongs to them! Most kids ride the bus and although my daughter didn't during Kindergarten, she now wakes up early every morning to ride it. I think she feels more grown-up because of this. The principal, teachers and the staff are all incredible. Parents can receive a weekly newletter with important dates and announcements via email. Great new upper yard and a wonderful after-school program offered by Martha and teachers' aides who all the kids love dearly. The school will be celebrating its new library soon. Can't say enough about Community!”
This review was posted by a parent.
Quality Score: 5
Post Date:2006-01-12
“This is our son's second year at Community and we all love it so much. The staff, principal and faculty are all wonderful, caring people. The parents are quite involved and are very enthusiastic. There are great programs like CATCH (Caring Adults Teaching Children How) which is a mentoring program. I volunteered last year and am sorry I'm not able to do so again, it's a fantastic program. We had our son on the waiting list for 3 years and we were overjoyed when he was finally accepted. It's the start of an excellent academic experience for him and our family. Thanks CMS!”
This review was posted by a parent.
Quality Score: 5
Post Date:2005-10-19
“Excellent academic program, very diverse student and teacher population, caring staff and administrators, involved parents and overall nice kids. Optional music, art, theatre programs and a socially conscious environment”
This review was posted by a parent.
Quality Score: 4
Post Date:2005-08-19
“My son has attended CMS for the past two years. Their academic program is without a doubt unique and very intense. My son had a great deal of homework and I don't mind. He is working on his time management skills to ensure he completes his homework each day. I personally have not volunteered as a parent but this will change during his 3rd grade year here at CMS. I see how invloved alot of the parents are and that enhances the school. The Principal 'Pam' is on first name basis with most of the students if not all of the students in the school, that in itself is unique. It is a family atmosphere, and if you can get past that waiting list you will be blessed to know your child is in good hands. One draw back for my son is that CMS doesn't have a basteball team.”
This review was posted by a parent.
Quality Score: 5
Post Date:2005-07-28
“A stellar school with a strong principle and teaching staff. Parents are key and everyone gets involved.”
This review was posted by a parent.
Quality Score: 5
Post Date:2005-06-01
“When I made the choice for our daughter to attend Community, my husband said 'her safety is your responsibility, it's so far from home and etc.' It was hard for a while at the beginning to get used to the new schedule, running around in the morning getting her to the bus stop and so on but guess what, we're all so happy, she has learned so much it's not even a joke and there's no comparison to the regular lausd K classes. A friend's son who's also in K, does not know how to spell his own name and let's just leave it at that. At Community, our daughter Grisabel is so happy and now so excited about being able to read her books on her own. We realize it was the best decision for her education and she's gone ABOVE AND BEYOND here and will anywhere. Thank you Fanahi.”
This review was posted by a parent.
Quality Score: 5
Post Date:2005-05-25
“Community Magnet has been a wonderful experience for my Kindergartner and for me as a parent. My daughter has gained so much from this school her first year that I know her foundation is solid. The teachers really care and the principal is compeletely hands-on. She knows what's happening in her school. Parent involvement is huge here and plays such an important part in the success of this school. You can expect many enrichment activities and an environment that celebrates and honors diversity.”
This review was posted by a parent.
Quality Score: 3
Post Date:2005-04-28
“We have been voluntering at Community SChool and can say that the principal and teachers are very caring. It is a beautiful school at a beautiful camp and the children seem very happy. I hope my child can go to this school.”
This review was posted by a parent.
Quality Score: 3
Post Date:2005-04-28
“Wonderful campus, wonderful principal. I hope my daughter gets to attend ths school. We volunteer at this school.”
This review was posted by a parent.
Quality Score: 5
Post Date:2005-04-11
“This school is exceptional! The principal is warm, caring, and goes out of her way to get to know each student and parent! The extracurricular activities provideda are phenomenal! The teachers are high quality and so dedicated! My daughter is so happy here as she is getting a private school quality education. However, homework is intense! Parental involvement is extremely high, which contributes to its success! So lucky to be part of the Community family!”
This review was posted by a staff.
Quality Score: 5
Post Date:2005-04-01
“I have never been able to see a school where everyone is part of the community,the principal the teachers,and all the rest of the staff really cares about one another,is nice to know that when I live my child at school he not only will learn about academics but also great values and morals, they make you want to be involved in your childs activitites, the parents are the best,the community is incredible, they go out of there way to make every thing to the highest level...(Specially the tea party...The queen mum will love to be invited.) Great leadership and a fenomenal community.”
This review was posted by a parent.
Quality Score: 5
Post Date:2005-03-31
“Community Magnet School is the 'Pearl of the LAUSD Empire'--second to none! The teachers and parents are not on airs and are down to earth. There are no cliques that drive other parents away but parents who all work together in a diverse environment to enhance our childrens education and social interactions with their peer group..”
This review was posted by a parent.
Quality Score: 5
Post Date:2005-03-31
“I was so excited to learn that my daughter was accepted to this great school. After a whole year of looking for just the right school I came acrosse CMS, and I am so greatful that I found this school, the staff is great, they encourage my daughter to excel in everything, and she loves her school and teachers. I was so amazed at the level of academic teaching that I said to myself this is what I want for my kids. Now I am waiting to hear from the school to see if my son will get in as well, I truly hope that he does, I wouldn't want him to miss this great opportunity to learn at the best school.”
This review was posted by a teacher.
Quality Score: 4
Post Date:2005-01-17
“Stellar support among parents and a wonderful Principal make this a private school quality eduction with the public school experience. If you are look for a true diversity and not just paying lip service to the concept (see 100% of L.A.'s private schools) but demand a great and progressive eduction this is it.”
This review was posted by a parent.
Quality Score: 1
Post Date:2004-09-08
“Community Magnet is a bright, wonderful, welcoming campus with lots of parent involvment and an incredible staff. I have been mentoring there for just over a year and my daughter will begin K tomorrow! I've gotten to know some of the staff and the principal. Everyone is on a first-name basis and always available for the students/parents. The atmosphere is joyful, the staff is always upbeat - it's a terrific place to be!”
This review was posted by a parent.
Quality Score: 5
Post Date:2003-10-22
“My child has attended Community Magnet since kindergarten. The diversity, parent/teacher interaction, and committment to excellence is exceptional. When comparing the education to that of my daughter's (at a pricy private school nearby), Community's environment is similar to that of the $19,000 a year private school. I highly recommend Community Magnet to those with elementary age children looking for an excellent school in the Los Angeles area.”
This review was posted by a parent.
Quality Score: N/A
Post Date:2003-10-20
“Our daughter started kindergarten at Community Magnet this year and so far things are great. The teachers and administrators I've met are extremely dedicated and very bright. The parents are exceptionally active. The pristine campus, nestled in the hills of Bel Air, is a work in progress but is already spectacular. Some downsides are the difficulty getting in (1700+ on the wait list I hear) and there seems to be a fair amount of homework for kindergarteners.”
This review was posted by a parent.
Quality Score: 5
Post Date:2003-09-30
“What a wonderful school. We switched from private to public education last year and couldn't be happier with our choice. As a magnet school, you get the benefit of a culturally and ethnically diverse student body. With the top-notch principal, teachers and staff, you get the benefit of loving and well-experienced individuals taking care of your kids. Our move to a new campus last year was difficult, but we pulled it off quite smoothly thanks to an active parent body and dedicated staff. Now we have a beautiful 20-acre campus in the hills north of UCLA . . . so close and yet so far from the city! Can't say enough about Community Magnet!”
This review was posted by a parent.




     




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