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Castle Heights Elementary School in Burbank, California

Castle Heights Elementary School Detail

(310) 839-4528
9755 Cattaraugus Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90034
Levels: K-5
District: Los Angeles Unified School District


Castle Heights Elementary School Census Data

Census InfoValueYear
Student Teacher Ratio:17.4% (2008)
White, non-Hispanic:37.99% (2009)
Black, non-Hispanic:15.41% (2009)
Hispanic:34.41% (2009)
Asian:7.53% (2009)
Pacific Islander:0.54% (2009)
Native American or Native Alaskan:0% (2009)
Unspecified:1.97% (2009)
Filipino:2.15% (2009)
Percent Free and Reduced Price Lunch:37.36% (2008)

Castle Heights Elementary School Ratings Summary

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

Castle Heights Elementary School Reviews

Quality Score: N/A
Post Date:2009-09-18
“a big community feel representing all the different cultures in los angeles.”
This review was posted by a parent.
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Post Date:2009-09-18
“The staff are great and my son loves to go to school every day.”
This review was posted by a parent.
Quality Score: N/A
Post Date:2009-09-18
“Great community - great academics - great teachers”
This review was posted by a parent.
Quality Score: N/A
Post Date:2009-09-18
“The teachers really care for the kids. The support group, Friends of Castle Heights, use their endowment intelligently to cover the shortfalls caused by the budget crisis.”
This review was posted by a parent.
Quality Score: N/A
Post Date:2009-09-18
“Because my Grandson loves it and is doing so well. Great teachers, with skill, understanding and patience!!!”
This review was posted by a parent.
Quality Score: N/A
Post Date:2009-09-18
“Castle Heights has a wonderful combination of fun kids, great teachers, and a lot of parental involvement and dedication. Everything just clicks there, and you couldn't ask for a better elementary school these days.”
This review was posted by a parent.
Quality Score: N/A
Post Date:2009-09-18
“Castle Heights has the best teachers and the best parents. Everyone is so involved in everyone's education.”
This review was posted by a parent.
Quality Score: 5
Post Date:2009-09-18
“the great staff, teachers and parents. Everyone cares about our kids”
This review was posted by a parent.
Quality Score: N/A
Post Date:2009-09-18
“It is a fantastic local school with excellent parental support and a motivated group of people helping to better the school.”
This review was posted by a parent.
Quality Score: 5
Post Date:2009-12-15
“We love Castle Heights! The teachers love what they do and it shows. They love our kids and care about each and everyone of them. There is a warm community feeling unique to Castle Heights. There are over 17 languages spoken at our school and this is a wonderful aspect of our school. Not to mention that with the dedication of our families we raise enough money to give our children a top notch elementary school experience--science teachers, state of the art compter lab and instruction, art, PE, and much more. Visit Castle Heights and decide for yourself. If you have anything less than a wonderful experience at Castle Heights, you have not shown up to this welcoming school. Give it a try, visit the school and see for yourself--this great school is real and accessable to all.”
This review was posted by a parent.
Quality Score: N/A
Post Date:2009-12-15
“We are so fortune to be at Castle Heights!! The parent group invests over $250,000 into programs including aides for each grade level, science teachers, computer/instruction, gardening curriculum, field trips, beautification and so many more things. Even with budget cuts and a bad economy, the parent group/community is dedicated to this school. We just are LOVE this school!!! We love this community!!!”
This review was posted by a parent.
Quality Score: 5
Post Date:2009-12-15
“Castle Heights has been an amazing experience for our family. There is a very strong feeling of community that we have all benefited from. The teachers are incredibly dedicated, and the parent group is outstanding. Everyone comes together to make sure that our kids get everything they need for an excellent education through fundraising, volunteering and pitching in wherever needed. We are concerned about the budget cuts (as everyone is) but we also know that our school will be okay. The booster club, PTA, teachers and parents as individuals are committed to filling in the gaps so that no child goes without PE, computer instruction, science, an experienced librarian, etc. It s a GREAT school.”
This review was posted by a parent.
Quality Score: 5
Post Date:2009-12-15
“Castle Heights is a wonderful community dedicated to ensuring our children get the best education. The teachers really care about the personal growth of my children, academically of course, but also as people. I am continually impressed by the depth of understanding my kids' teachers have about their strengths and weaknesses, about the best ways to reach them, and about their interests outside the classroom. As a working mother, I appreciate that there is a high quality after school program on campus, so I don't have to worry about a transition.”
This review was posted by a parent.
Quality Score: 5
Post Date:2009-12-15
“We love Castle Heights! Not only do I feel my children are academically challenged, but I so appreciate their being surrounded by such a richly diverse peer group. The principal, teachers and parents are all wonderful, caring, involved and dedicated, and we can't imagine a better environment for kids.”
This review was posted by a parent.
Quality Score: N/A
Post Date:2009-12-15
“CHES is focused on delivering a well rounded academic experience. After experiencing this school for three years I have to say that I really impressed by the educational curriculm (advanced) and the focus on arts (both visual and performance), music, talent, public speaking and topical issues. Their is a strong focus on recylcing and organic gardening. Our third grader gets to do yoga and works on endurance running everyday. Happy, happy, happy!”
This review was posted by a parent.
Quality Score: N/A
Post Date:2009-12-14
“I am mystified by the previous negative reaction to our wonderful school. Apparently he or she is turned off by a school that focuses a lot on student achievement. Let me put this another way. If you are looking for a school with incredible parent involvement, high student achievement, rising test scores across all racial and ethnic groups, wonderful teachers, and a sophisticated principal who understands how to get the most out of the LAUSD bureaucracy, then Castle Heights is for you and your children. We love it and I think 99% of the other parents feel the same.”
This review was posted by a parent.
Quality Score: 1
Post Date:2009-12-09
“This school is the most miserable experience of my child's education - for both of us. They are so wrapped up in the children overachieving and catering to stay at home mothers that the focus on reality is completely lost. A charter school would be much better for my family - so if you are the least bit creative in your thinking about parenting and school please save yourself the frustration and put your child elsewhere.”
This review was posted by a parent.
Quality Score: 4
Post Date:2009-10-20
“Our teachers are great- the staff is understanding and all kids shine at Castle Heigts- we are a community where we choose to not get lft behind regardless of budgett cuts parents fundraise and parents volunteer we all work together”
This review was posted by a parent.
Quality Score: N/A
Post Date:2009-10-03
“castle heights is a wonderful neighborhood school run by the community! i am excited to send my kids to the school i graduated from so many years ago!”
This review was posted by a parent.
Quality Score: N/A
Post Date:2009-09-23
“It is a gem in the middle of Los Angeles!”
This review was posted by a parent.
Quality Score: N/A
Post Date:2009-09-18
“Castle Heights is a great school! Even though there are almost 600 kids, the principal knows each of them by name, and cares about all of them. The teachers spend a lot of their own free time to participate in activities after school and on weekends. The parents are great about pitching in to help when they're needed. And the kids...well, they're happy and they're learning. The parents help raise money to provide the extras--art, music, computers, p.e., science, extra classroom aides, etc.--so all the kids get a chance to shine. It's a wonderful community--I'm proud to be part of it, and I'm thrilled that my daughter gets the chance to go to such an excellent school.”
This review was posted by a parent.
Quality Score: 5
Post Date:2009-09-22
“Castle Heights is a cool because the kids are energized by their parents' support. Our kids are diverse, both economically and culturally. Our teachers are enthusiastic and our soccer, basketball, and track teams are spirited and competitive. We have Dance and Drama and Music and Art and Computer Lab and our very own science teacher, Ms. Lessman. We have a gorgeous Library and an excellent Librarian named Ms. Gallet, who helps us with our daily parent - run Homework Club. We have great intervention programs for learners that need an extra boost and creative activities for our GATE kids. There is a Garden supported by our own Master Gardener named Tess, and a 'Green Team' Club supported by Ms. Colina, where kids help recycle and learn Ecology. We have a P.E. program for every grade level. We have lovely murals, a big, grassy field, and a fairly hip principal. Swing by Castle Heights and see us sometime, we'll leave the drawbridge down for ya. (But remember, security's tight: you'll have to sign in as a visitor at the front desk ; )”
This review was posted by a parent.
Quality Score: N/A
Post Date:2009-09-22
“The perfect learning environment!”
This review was posted by a parent.
Quality Score: 5
Post Date:2009-09-21
“Because it's staff from the principle, teachers, even custodial staff... care about the kids!!!”
This review was posted by a parent.
Quality Score: N/A
Post Date:2009-09-21
“The principal, teachers, and other staff are completely committed to the students and to sustaining the best possible elementary school. The families are also involved in creating a community for learning and growth. The API scores just keep going up!”
This review was posted by a parent.
Quality Score: N/A
Post Date:2009-09-20
“Because it's doing a great job of educating some great kids--the Gardners.”
This review was posted by a parent.
Quality Score: N/A
Post Date:2009-09-19
“They care so much about the children in every aspect from education to respecting others they teach the children that school doesn't end at highs school is only the beggining to there future.”
This review was posted by a parent.
Quality Score: 4
Post Date:2009-09-19
“The teachers and staff are great and really care about the students! There is also a lot of parent involvement and a great community feel. I have found Castle Heights to be superior to all other LAUSD schools in the vicinity.”
This review was posted by a parent.
Quality Score: N/A
Post Date:2009-09-18
“My grandson is a student. I've watched him bloom in the school's environment. He went to pre-K and learned to read even before kindergarten. I think it's a great school.”
This review was posted by a parent.
Quality Score: 4
Post Date:2009-09-18
“we are just happy. my children are learning in a safe and enriching environment. the teachers, staff and parents are all dedicated to making things work. I feel lucky to have free education of this caliber in my community”
This review was posted by a parent.
Quality Score: 5
Post Date:2009-09-18
“Tons of ways for parents to be involved, the diversity of the students and the fact that my 4th grader is still excited to go to school each day.”
This review was posted by a parent.
Quality Score: 5
Post Date:2009-09-18
“Castle Heights rocks! It is truly an amazing school. The principal, teachers, and parents all work together to provide the best learning experience possible for the students. I am so thankful that we are part of this school community.”
This review was posted by a parent.
Quality Score: 5
Post Date:2009-09-18
“This is my 6th year as a parent at the school and I just love the school. I have been consistently impressed by the dedication and passion that both the principal and the teachers have for teaching and the school. All of my friends know when we talk about our kids' schools (as we so often do!) that I never have anything bad to say abuot Castle Heights. We have had a fantastic experience there.”
This review was posted by a parent.
Quality Score: N/A
Post Date:2009-09-18
“Castle Heights is a wonderful example of everything good about public education in Los Angeles. With a diverse student body, amazing teachers, an inspired Principal and administration, and parents who are motivated and completely involved, we feel blessed to be a part of this learning community. The campus is gorgeous, with trees and learning gardens. There is even an outdoor art classroom that Kinder students use everyday. You really have to visit our school to appreciate it, as our high test scores are just one aspect of the learning environment. We have Art Angles, Green Team ,Talent Shows, Art Shows, Plays, Art teachers, Music, Homework Club and so much more. Come check us out- you will leave inspired.”
This review was posted by a parent.
Quality Score: 5
Post Date:2009-09-18
“Great teachers & admin, great parents and great kids -- what a winning combination!”
This review was posted by a parent.
Quality Score: N/A
Post Date:2009-09-18
“The teaching staff is excellent and both of my children got their start at Castle Heights. I have been on staff for many, many years and think Castle Heights is one of the gems of the LAUSD.”
This review was posted by a other.
Quality Score: N/A
Post Date:2009-09-18
“Our school has THE best parental involvement! Anyone who has ever had the privlage of attending visiting our campus can see the pride we take! The kids are brillant & the diversity os reflective of our community. Not only are our teachers dedicated - they are fun too! We look forwward to our AWESOME fall festival & my toddlers love our pumpkin patch. We see our teachers in the community & they know our family by name. Our test scores keeping going & our homework club rocks!”
This review was posted by a parent.
Quality Score: N/A
Post Date:2009-09-18
“This school has the quality of teachers that ever school should have. Along with staff member and parents.”
This review was posted by a parent.
Quality Score: N/A
Post Date:2009-09-18
“I love the wonderful diversity combined with the academic strength, strong parent invovlement and dedicated teachers and staff.”
This review was posted by a parent.
Quality Score: N/A
Post Date:2009-09-18
“There is a huge sense of community, generousity and love at this school. The teachers are amazing as well as the STAR after-school care.”
This review was posted by a parent.
Quality Score: 5
Post Date:2009-09-18
“We are so happy with our lovely neighborhood school. Friends told us it's like a miniature United Nations - and they were right! What a great environment for our kids to grow up in, surrounded and supported by caring parents, teachers and administration, and a student population that's truly representative of the diverse city we live in. Not to mention the stellar academics (!) Great Job, Castle Heights!!!”
This review was posted by a parent.
Quality Score: N/A
Post Date:2009-09-18
“teachers are very experienced, knowledgeable and loving”
This review was posted by a parent.
Quality Score: N/A
Post Date:2009-09-18
“This is a school who cares about education, your childs needs, diversity and acceptance. The education and teachers could challenge any private schools and come out on top. Keep up the great work Castle Heights....we have come so far and our children are the true beneficiaries of all we do. The parents are involved and this furthers the greatness and support of the school and administration.”
This review was posted by a parent.
Quality Score: N/A
Post Date:2009-09-18
“I love Castle Heights Elementary School because the teachers and staff are amazing! The families represent a solid community! The kids are performing better each year and are learning fun and interesting things. And finally because my kids are happy at CHES. It's the best of the best! I'm proud.”
This review was posted by a parent.
Quality Score: 5
Post Date:2009-09-18
“It is a great school, run by a wonderful team.”
This review was posted by a parent.
Quality Score: N/A
Post Date:2009-09-18
“Great teachers, and an outstanding Community involvement.”
This review was posted by a parent.
Quality Score: N/A
Post Date:2009-09-16
“It teaches not only the 3 R's: but how important it is to be practicing the 3 R's: reduce, recycle, and reuse as part of their lifestyle. Students are doing it, as are the staff.”
This review was posted by a other.
Quality Score: 5
Post Date:2009-06-12
“Castle Heights is an amazing school! We were so lucky to be able to transfer in and have our daughter complete kindergarten there. The teaching staff is fantastic. Mrs. Yamaguchi in particular, is an especially gifted teacher. The parents are involved and committed to the school's success. The student body is really diverse and the kids are all nice! The campus grounds are adorable, the fund raising for all the extras is extraordinary - what more can I say? This truly is a gem of a school.”
This review was posted by a parent.
Quality Score: N/A
Post Date:2009-05-21
“I love this school,We are so happy for my daugther to be here!!!!She gonna stay for more many years!!!!!”
This review was posted by a parent.
Quality Score: 5
Post Date:2009-04-22
“My niece is a 3rd grade, a student there since K. Best thing about the school is very strong parent support goup. 'Friends' raised $100k in direct contributions this year, probably grossed another $200k through various fundraisers. They use $ to hire lots in-class teachers aids, and other extra staff (libarian, tutors, PE coach, etc.) They also helped create an entire computer lab, Art Alley, and more. Principal is very no-nonsense, and top notch. Has monthly 'Coffee talks' with parents. Test scores are usually 8 1/2 out of 10, while maintaining substantial racial diversity. School did lose funding due to not enough low income. Recommend take school tour to get firsthand look. Good luck transfering in, probably won't happen.”
This review was posted by a other.
Quality Score: N/A
Post Date:2008-11-05
“I have sons in 4th grade and kindergarten at Castle Heights, and I am very happy with the school. We've had very caring teachers who also set high academic standards. There is a lot of involvement from the community, with Fall Festival, Book Fair/Spaghetti Dinner, Pancake Breakfast/Spring Cleanup, etc. I really have to disagree with the comments posted 9-18-08 about STAR -- my sons have done both the STAR summer camp and after school program, and all the staff (Tanya, Jay, Ana, etc.) have been just great.”
This review was posted by a parent.
Quality Score: 5
Post Date:2008-09-09
“I could not imagine a better school--our daughter's teachers have been incredible, and she is in a diverse environment with children from all walks of life. The campus is much bigger than the typical elementary school, and you see the entire neighborhood at pick up and drop off. If you get involved with the school even slightly, it will really pay off for your child. The administration does a great job of matching up kids with teachers that will motivate them. It is hard to believe that this is a public school in LAUSD no less. We could send our children to private, but I have no doubt Castle Heights is a more enriching experience.”
This review was posted by a parent.
Quality Score: 5
Post Date:2008-06-19
“All teachers at Castle heights are great. This business of choosing the 'best' teacher is nonsense! It causes nothing but grief for the principal and the staff. Let the administration decide who is best for your child. Castle Heights is a great school and I would recommend anyone place their child there.”
This review was posted by a other.
Quality Score: 4
Post Date:2008-06-11
“Both of my children are thriving at Castle Heights Elementary. My son who is in 3rd grade, going to 4th next year and my daughter will be in 1st grade next year have both exceeded the standards for their grade level. This is due to the teachers they have had these past few years. Most of the teachers at Castle Heights are really great! There are still some that are LAUSD senority teachers and should really retire and let some new teachers come in and bring the CH standards up even higher than they already are...which would be a great gift for the students. If your child gets the right teacher each year at the school thier experience of elementary school will be wonderful. Ask around, be curious and stay on top of what's going on in the classroom and on campus and search out the 'best' teacher for your child.”
This review was posted by a parent.
Quality Score: 5
Post Date:2008-05-16
“I right now go to castle height and is about to graduate in June of 2008. If you were smart you would put your child in castle heights elementary school If you want your kid to be in a school that is above almost all the other elementary school. just make the right choice”
This review was posted by a student.
Quality Score: 5
Post Date:2008-03-31
“Just wanted to point out that the school now has a GATE program which my son is in and it's been great. I noticed that in previous reviews there had been no GATE program.”
This review was posted by a parent.
Quality Score: 4
Post Date:2007-09-09
“The special ed resources at CH are good. Teachers like Mr. Meeks and administrators like Cindy Miller do step up to the plate for special ed kids. Parent involvement is a good thing, yet power struggles within parent involvement and their economic undercurrents are obvious. Parents w/out the leisure time for parent activities/involvement should be reached out to via phone calls/emails by the active parents. Also, STAR program is raved about, yet many CH families cannot afford STAR, a so-called 'non profit' which offers very few if any scholarships or low income spaces. There lies the stark division of kids in unstructured Youth Services (which do a good job w/what they have btw) and the formal extra curricular after school courses of STAR. CH needs to work w/STAR re free/low cost classes. The office staff like at many LAUSD schools often, (not always) speak to parents as if kids.”
This review was posted by a parent.
Quality Score: 3
Post Date:2007-06-15
“My child spent his entire elementary school years at Castle Heights. The best part of the school is the after school care. Jay, Tanya, and STAR team are fantastic. I found my child learned more after school than in the actual classroom. As for parent involvement, there are many areas in which parent volunteerism is needed. However, the parent politics / power struggles between their PTA and their booster club FRIENDS can be annoying. They do not have a GATE program, so the gifted children suffer. We stayed around for fantastic teachers such as Ms. Yoon, Ms. Yamaguchi, Ms. Levy, Mr. Rains, Ms. Lessman and best fifth grade teacher Ms. Flannagan.”
This review was posted by a parent.
Quality Score: 5
Post Date:2006-05-20
“It was the parents that impressed me most about the school five years ago when my son was just ready to start kindergarten. My son is now finishing fourth grade at Castle Heights. Any school who has as many devoted and committed parents, has to be a great school, I thought. It was true.”
This review was posted by a parent.
Quality Score: 3
Post Date:2006-04-25
“The school is okay for general education, but if your child has special needs this is definitely not the place to be for you.”
This review was posted by a parent.
Quality Score: 4
Post Date:2007-04-19
“Castle Heights has a lot of parent support through its PTA and 'Friends' program and generous financial donations compared to many other LAUSD elementary schools. (Sometimes too much neighborhood parent power/politics). It is pretty clean and safe for children and I have felt very secure in my child's safety during our time at Castle Heights. However, academically, the GATE program is essentially non-existent so accelerated learners really suffer. With 30+ kids with varying learning capabilities per class in the upper grades, teachers are forced to juggle and improvise how to keep the GATE kids challenged and how to give more time and attention to the children that struggle academically. Not enough support for the arts, music or cultural sensitivity even w/all the diversity on campus (holidays, etc). STAR program is amazing (Jay & Tanya). After school yard teacher is wonderful & very caring (Sheryl).”
This review was posted by a parent.
Quality Score: 4
Post Date:2007-03-23
“Castle Heights is such a great school. Starting from the teachers. They are compasionate towards our childrens needs. The 'STAR PROGRAM' at this school is exceptional Jay & Tanya and there staff are top noch they participate in all there after school curriculum. They involve thems with our childrens homework,project and best of all playtime. Take a few minuetes and check them out. You will be glad you did. From: A Happy Mommy”
This review was posted by a parent.
Quality Score: 5
Post Date:2007-03-19
“My 7-year old daughter began the 2nd grade last fall. We were relocating from New York City and were told that Castle Heights was an up and coming school. We moved to the Beverlywood area for that reason. My daughter loves the school, and has thrived. She loves her teacher, and especially the STAR program. It is excellent, and makes a big difference in the total school experience.”
This review was posted by a parent.
Quality Score: 4
Post Date:2006-09-19
“This is my childs first year @ castleheights and so far I love the strict ground rules of locking the gates, I only enrolled my child in private schools in the past because of safety, but this is a great public neighborhood school. I do believe the teacher should be a little more friendly and not bring policies up to parents in front of other parents and children as if the parent was a child, this maybe an isolated thing with this teacher, overall this is a wonderful school”
This review was posted by a parent.
Quality Score: 4
Post Date:2006-08-31
“I think the Ideology of parents and school officials working together is one of this school's greatest assets. However, in order to maximize this dynamic the territorialism of some teacher's and paid staff must be remedied.A more customer friendly attitude is neccesary. And the longterm staff members need to be mindful these are our when we require an answer. A father, Thanks !”
This review was posted by a parent.
Quality Score: 3
Post Date:2006-08-24
“This school has grown and improved since my two nephews first started at this school. The teachers are fantastic on a whole. It's nice to see that more people who live in the area are now starting to go to this school.”
This review was posted by a parent.
Quality Score: 5
Post Date:2006-05-24
“Both my children have gone to Castle Heights Elementary since they were 5 years old. Castle Heights is a wonderful school. They provide many different programs for all the children. There is great parent involvement. Each child is encouraged to do their personal best without being labeled as the smart or dumb kids. The teachers are highly skilled and work hard to bring out the best in each child. The principal attends all school functions, even the evening ones, and the ones which are not mandated. The school raises more money than it needs but it is used for classroom/school improvement as opposed to being spent carelessly. I am very sad that I must move out of this district. My children and I will miss this school very much '”
This review was posted by a parent.
Quality Score: 5
Post Date:2006-02-10
“My child has attended Castle Heights School for two years and she is thriving. Our principal is kind, reasonable, and helpful. Our student body is socio-economically and culturally diverse. We have an active Latino community. We are an 'Arts Prototype' School, meaning we reapply for an art grant every year to provide specialized standards-based instruction in Art, Music, Dance and Drama to the entire 4th grade and to one class in each of the other grade levels, K-5. This Art instruction is supplemented by Art Teachers paid for by our booster club. We have great dual afterschool programs - one free one for a fee, as well as homework clubs. We have a nice campus with a new Kinderyard playstructure, a garden, a grassy field, murals, a lovely library, and an outdoor art space- 'Art Alley'. We have fantastic parent involvement and welcome you and your little learner - Join us!”
This review was posted by a parent.
Quality Score: N/A
Post Date:2006-01-26
“Let's just talk about the STAR program. My brother and friends children have all attended school here - the school is doing well and the STAR program is one of the best. STAR is run by a man called Jay. He has lived in the area since he was a child and the staff that works with him are dedicated to making Castle Heights a great neighborhood school. Their program is great - they do Karate, Dance, Music etc etc and they even get to use the Theatre in Hamilton High School to put on their shows (a great venue by the way). Anyway, I know a lot of upcoming families in the neighborhood have band together to make this school something special - now and for the future.”
This review was posted by a parent.
Quality Score: 5
Post Date:2005-12-13
“Castle Heights has turned out to be a fabulous neighborhood school. Our kids love it and so do we. The teachers are well rounded and are suited to work with a variety of different types of kids whether it be more academic or creative. The parent group has shown a huge resurgence in the last few years and you can really tell that it makes a huge difference.”
This review was posted by a parent.
Quality Score: 4
Post Date:2005-11-12
“My third child will finish fifth grade this June, 2006. It has been a great place for both of my boys. We are a family with a high value on education, and Castle Heights has been a wonderful place to learn, giving a solid grounding to my sons as they cotinue on with their studies. The atmosphere at Castle Heights is an eclectic mix of families, teachers, assistants and volunteers that all want to help raise and educate enthusiastic, culturally aware, curious learners. The current administration at Castle Heights is excellent and I will be sorry to leave.”
This review was posted by a parent.
Quality Score: 4
Post Date:2005-10-26
“I am the parent of a Castle Heights student that began in kindergarten and is now a 5th grader. The academic support she has received has been exceptional. The caliber of teachers has always been excellent from year to year. The emphasis on the 'whole student' has had a profound effect on the type of student and citizen my daughter has become. The attention Castle Heights has given to the arts throughout the years has been exemplary, especially since year after year, the California state government has taken more funded programs away. Parents and teachers have single-handedly seen to it that outside individuals/groups have come to teach dance, music, art courses to the students and they have benefited greatly. Parents are the true backbone of Castle Heights and from the thoughtful fundraising activities to the parent support events it all makes a true difference in the lives of the students.”
This review was posted by a parent.
Quality Score: 5
Post Date:2005-08-23
“This school was wonderful. Both the academic and the extracurricular activities were great, as was the parental involvement.”
This review was posted by a parent.
Quality Score: 3
Post Date:2005-08-22
“Castle Heights is a nice little school. Unfortunately, it has open court learning which can be stifling to an above average student. It lacks enrichment classes except for those offered through Star. It has a great Star program. Castle Heights lacks many areas of study, such as the fine arts and all the sciences including computer science. Possibly with the new Principal the school could improve its academics. Castle Heights has good teachers, but they are restricted by the Open Court Program. The homework is not specific to a teacher's class. Instead it is for the entire grade level regardless of the student's ability. Parent involvement is limited to a few.”
This review was posted by a parent.
Quality Score: 5
Post Date:2005-08-02
“Great parents, great teachers, great kids! STAR prgram is Fabulous and the visual arts program is too. Small class sizes. Parents are really invovled.”
This review was posted by a parent.
Quality Score: 5
Post Date:2005-08-01
“The school is an excellent example for great teaching and parent involvement in public schools. They have experienced teachers who love kids. They have a great visual arts program and after school enrichment. The principal is new this year and we are still waiting to see who she is; so far so good! the parents are great and the school is excellent. My kids love it. It is orderly, with excellent academics, plus art and science. Small class size helps too. Physical plant is really nice; big blacktop, new play structure, and big grassy area. They have a real kitchen with hot lunches cooked there. It is great.”
This review was posted by a parent.
Quality Score: 4
Post Date:2005-06-25
“Awesome growth is occuring. Student and parents are motivated to achieve excellence. Diverse community working together.”
This review was posted by a parent.
Quality Score: 4
Post Date:2005-04-29
“this is a really nice school with a very helpful and knowledge staff. they have improved even more in the last 4 years.”
This review was posted by a parent.
Quality Score: 4
Post Date:2005-04-27
“High level of parent involvement, good arts curriculum and great afterschool enrichment. Small class size for a public school. Very experienced teachers. Nice physical surroundings including grass play area, new play structure, et c. New principal this year seems to be pretty good.”
This review was posted by a parent.
Quality Score: 4
Post Date:2005-04-27
“Experienced teachers, small class size and involved parents. Good after school care. Good PE program. New playground equipment. Lots of art and music. Too much emphasis on memorization and homework but the standards are high so I guess that is the reason.”
This review was posted by a parent.
Quality Score: 4
Post Date:2005-04-24
“I live in the neighborhood and first considered private school when my second grader began kindergarten. This school has many dedicated families and teachers. Parent involvement and fundraising is at the highest level. The benefits of parents being involved at all levels is immeasurable. Test scores are increasing at a higher rate than schools in the area. If this trend continues, this will truly be a great school. I hope that the academic rigors continue to challenge my son.”
This review was posted by a parent.
Quality Score: 4
Post Date:2005-04-03
“Excellent school with wonderful teachers and involved parents. No uppity feeling found in some private schools. Diverse mix of student body.”
This review was posted by a parent.
Quality Score: 4
Post Date:2005-03-08
“Castle heights is in te midst of a change - the old Pricipal just left and a new one is about to start. The new one was picked by the residents so everyone seems pleased. Castle Heights seems to be known for its special education program. It also has a 150 strong group of families to be enrolled in castle Heights...a neighborhood that has gathered together to try and make sure that their school will improve throughout the year and years to come.”
This review was posted by a parent.
Quality Score: 3
Post Date:2004-09-08
“Castle Heights has a lot of the right things going for it, good principal, lots of good teachers, and high parental involvement. The only negative about this school is that it is a LA unified school, which means it is subject to the curicculum dictated by the district. This seems to stifle the good teachers and not allow them to do what they do best, which is to teach. I find the Open Court program too tedious to do for hours a day, and the Scott Foresman math program to throw too much information at the kids, without building a math foundation. Castle Heights is a very safe school, but it varies on the discipline depending on the teacher. Some teachers run a tight ship, while others allow the kids too much liberty.”
This review was posted by a parent.
Quality Score: 5
Post Date:2003-09-09
“Castle Heights has one of the fastest growing parent involvement programs around. The faculty is fantastic and the commitment to improvement is so strong that when we looked at private schools they didn't hold a candle to this gem of a school. Some of the highlights include a new 'art alley' area where kids can participate in a unique arts program. Fall Festival is a great event that the entire community participates in, something of a rarity these days. I just can't say enough good things about what is happening at this public school. I encourage anyone interested to take a tour and to get involved in any school you attend. It really makes a difference.”
This review was posted by a parent.
Quality Score: 5
Post Date:2003-06-23
“Wow, the teachers have been so great -- my children have learned so much this year (including how to value themselves for who they really are) -- how did I get so lucky as to have a wonderful neighborhood school? Don't believe those articles in the newspaper; there are good public schools out there like Castle Heights! Even though my children are 'highly gifted,' they are challenged and stimulated by the fantastic staff. Thanks, Castle Heights.”
This review was posted by a .
Quality Score: 5
Post Date:2009-09-18
“nurturing environment for learning with high standards”
This review was posted by a parent.
Quality Score: 5
Post Date:2003-06-19
“My daughter has thrived at Castle Heights since kindergarten, and anticipates 5th grade next year. The on-campus STAR program is a huge plus. This is a _community_ school that demonstrates L.A. public education at its best!”
This review was posted by a .
Quality Score: 5
Post Date:2003-06-19
“The concept of the neighborhood school lives again in Castle Heights Elementary School! It's a supportive, caring community -- not just a great school with strong academics (which it also delivers). The new Principal is especially strong yet gentle as a leader and the focus is always on what's best for the children.”
This review was posted by a .
Quality Score: N/A
Post Date:2009-09-18
“It's a very caring place and well kept up with great family participation”
This review was posted by a parent.
Quality Score: N/A
Post Date:2009-09-18
“Castle Heights is like a big family. There is a lot of parent involvement and dedication. The parents and teachers have great communication.”
This review was posted by a parent.
Quality Score: N/A
Post Date:2009-09-18
“Great school with Parents supporting the education of our terrific kids.”
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