Thorp O A Elementary Scholastic Academy

6024 West Warwick Avenue

School District

Chicago Public Schools
Grade

K-8
Teacher/Student Ratio

1:16
Type

public

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Reviews

Submitted by parent on October 14, 2023

We have been very happy with Thorp. We have been at the school for 3 years now. Oir child has been challenged academically and there have been a variety of clubs, activities and summer programs for him to participate in. The staff is extremely caring. While no school is perfect I think they take feedback seriously and try to work on things that might need improvement. The families are highly involved and we continue to support all of the efforts outside of school.
Submitted by parent on November 15, 2022

This school does a great job of fostering community among teachers and parents and students. There are committed parent organizations operating to ensure the school has the resources it needs and that the teachers and staff have the extra help and supplies they need. The administration does a good job of communicating priorities, activities, and overall school news on a weekly basis. Teachers do an excellent job preparing students and helping them in a caring and nurturing environment.
Submitted by parent on October 06, 2022

This is a terrible school and I regret sending my daughter there for almost a year. The administration is horrible about responding to your emails or phone calls. Even when they say they will call you back, they do not. They actually discourage families from attending parent/teacher conferences "unless there is a problem". They stress that P/T conferences are optional. How can you build a positive learning community when you discourage positive interactions between teachers and students and only want to talk about the negatives? There seem to be a lot of behavior problems. The school touts gifted (one year advance) and accelerated learning (2 years advance) tracks on their website. That is not the case.
Submitted by parent on June 24, 2020

Exceptional! Thorp staff is incredible, students thrive there, and are well-prepared for high school.
Submitted by teacher on May 09, 2020

Amazing experience with a dedicated staff. Mr. Toledo truly cares for the students and staff, He is hands-on and will jump in wherever he is needed. Parents are active and supportive.
Submitted by parent on May 09, 2018

My children have been at Thorp for 2 years and the community is warm an inviting. Teachers and staff are supportive and involved.
Submitted by parent on October 19, 2017

This is a strong academic school with a great, involved principal. If you are a parent who really values a strong education, you should apply to Thorp.
Submitted by other on October 13, 2017

My child was accepted as a 2nd grade student at Thorp Academy the same year Mr. Toledo became the school principal. She is now in 7th grade I can say for certainty that each year Thorp has improved in every area that pertains to student life, academic enhancements and parental communication. In my opinion, I would fully recommend Thorp Academy to prospective parents, primarily for Mr. Toledo's leadership, the teachers/instructors and the support staff. Job well done!
Submitted by parent on October 13, 2017

We have two children attending OA Thorp - kindergarten and fourth grade - and we love the school, the staff and the parent community. The kids are challenged, the parents are involved and I feel the environment is safe and supportive. Thank you!
Submitted by parent on January 24, 2017

School is great! Thorp is a school that promotes respect, discipline, and empathy. The academics are rigorous and the school is one of the best in the city.
Submitted by parent on October 19, 2014

This is my daughter's 3 year at Thorp and the quality of the school has improved each year. I really like the principal, Mr. Toledo, and I am satisfied with the communication between the teachers and parents.
Submitted by parent on March 23, 2014

Excellent school! Incredible parent involvement. Best teachers ever. High level of instructions, especially in math. Highly recommended. My two kids go there and we all love it.
Submitted by parent on October 24, 2013

My daughter is new to Thorp scholastic Academy. I thought the transition would be difficult for her as she entered 6th grade. I was mistaken. She has found all of her teachers more than willing to go the extra mile and help her with all her needs. Thorp has also allowed for her to become involved in many activities outside of classroom time, which she is also enjoying.
Submitted by parent on April 05, 2013

This school has always been a well performing school with students getting into Northside Prep, Peyton, Young, and Lane. The new principal, Mr. Toledo is incredible with the Vice Principal having a serious focus on science. Many programs have been offered in the area of science for the children to enhance their science awareness...for free! The parent community is very active with the administration on getting a new playground. The organization is called Friends of Thorp. The PTA has always been strong due to active and involved parents. They offer many free afterschool programs starting at the Kindergarten level such as multicultural club, board game club, sign language club for the older kids, knitting, violin etc... Check it out you won't be disappointed.
Submitted by parent on March 26, 2013

I have a daughter in this school and to be honest I am truly amazed, because my daughter was not doing so hot at her previous school and no matter how much I tried to communicate with her teachers to help her stride for success I kept getting e-mails stating they would work on it with her I kept asking what is (IT) what or where is she failing? no response , now at thorp if I have a concern I let her teachers know and the very next day I had a response with a plan of action. Now my daughter is an A & B student.
Submitted by parent on February 11, 2013

My two kids have been at Thorp since Kindergarten. It is a school that keeps getting better with time. The community, teachers, and administrative leadership work together in making that happen. I am waiting to see what the upper grades bring us, but the K-4 experience has been excellent thus far!
Submitted by parent on February 10, 2013

I have a daughter in the 1st grade at Thorp. I have been absolutely amazed by this incredible school!! She started last year when she was accepted for Kindergarten. We were a bit apprehensive when we started since we had not known anyone that attended the school. We were really happy at the private school that she attended for preschool, which we had decided would be the one she would attend through 8th grade. We were immediately overwhelmed by the incredible parents and kids at the school!! Once Mr. Toledo and Dr. Chipain came to Thorp, the school has become the most ideal school that I could ever have the honor of sending my child to! They have made such remarkable changes that, I truly believe, are making Thorp one of the top schools in Chicago!
Submitted by parent on February 10, 2013

The new pricipal has energized the entire community. We all have a "can do" attitude, including teachers, parents and students. Love the academic challenges my daughter has received. Very pleased with the increased level of communication we receive as parents. Bravo!!!! All hands are on deck to make this a GREAT school.
Submitted by parent on January 30, 2013

My child has been here since Kindergarten and is now in fourth grade, in the Comprehensive Gifted Track. We have always enjoyed Thorp and thought it was an exceptional school, but since the new leadership has gone into effect, we love it even more! Mr.Toledo and Dr.Chipain are a wonderful team, and are doing great things for Thorp, that have not been done in the past. The parental involvement is fantastic as well. Any child would be lucky to have a seat at Thorp.
Submitted by parent on January 29, 2013

This magnet school is really making great strides to become a unique learning experience within the CPS system. The new principal has made a huge impact in the attitude of staff, students, parents and the community and has big hopes and plans for the future. The academics are really solid and continually improving.