Loretto Elementary School

3900 Loretto Road

School District

Duval County Public Schools
Grade

PK, K-5
Teacher/Student Ratio

1:15
Type

public

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Reviews

Submitted by parent on February 22, 2022

My daughter’s teachers are really good. The communication is great and class resources are satisfactory.
Submitted by parent on August 06, 2019

I have a positive experience with school my son teacher my Karen is very professional very nice with kids help them she is a hard worker Loretto is an excellent school
Submitted by parent on June 01, 2019

My daughter attended Loretto Elementary neighborhood/magnet for 6 years and we can't imagine having a better experience elsewhere. Teachers outstanding with an individualized approach to instruction which only improved each year. It's difficult to pick a favorite teacher, thinking each one before was the best! Admin. dedicated and nurturing. With almost 1000 students, Principal Kemp and VP Johnson knew children by name! Involved parents and great PTA! Excellent extra-curricular activities with drama, garden, dance clubs just to name a few my daughter had the choice to be involved in. Spectacular memories for our entire family!
Submitted by parent on May 09, 2019

Eh. It is what it is. A public school more concerned with standardized tests than students.
Submitted by parent on February 13, 2019

Very happy with the school and the way the principal handles her self when finding her self in a situation.
Submitted by parent on August 09, 2018

Great! my Kid progress is great so far!
Submitted by parent on July 06, 2018

Overall experience was great! Although it is very sad when teachers feel the need to harangue and bully your child.
Submitted by parent on May 08, 2018

Loretto has been a wonderful school for my child. She is in 4th grade and has attended since Kindergarten. The teachers and staff and very helpful and the PTA is top notch. There are lots of activities to get involved with as a parent. Loretto is a great school in a nice area of town.
Submitted by parent on February 25, 2018

Two kids, both had a great experience. The teachers and staff are the best I have ever met and worked with. They truly take time to learn each students strengths and weaknesses. This is a great school in a great area of South Jacksonville.
Submitted by parent on June 08, 2017

My experience at this school over the last 10 years has been exceptional. Living in a big city, it is difficult to have that small community feeling. Loretto provides that feeling. I have volunteered at the school for 10 years. I have volunteered in the classrooms and I have served on various PTA committees. I feel this first hand experience has helped me appreciate what goes on at the school and understand the challenges schools face. I have noticed over the years that the parents that complain the most are typically the ones that are involved the least. I will miss my Loretto community when my last elementary student leaves. My biggest advice to any current or future Loretto parents is to get involved. It will mean the world to your student and to the school. Make a difference.
Submitted by parent on April 26, 2017

My daughter goes to third grade here. This is by far the worst school we have dealt with. The teachers don't make sure the kids understand what is expected of them and parents don't find out about issues with an assignment or test weeks later when they upload the grade online. My daughter has had a serious decline this year. Do your family a favor and find a school that has teachers that care about kids.
Submitted by other on December 18, 2016

Be prepared to be milked for cash. If your child has any health problems.... Forget about this school. The are some good apples.. But in general.. Self entitled .. Out for their own good. L Stars.. Only for the rich and famous..kids with special needs.. This is not the place for you..
Submitted by parent on October 28, 2015

Loretto is a great school with amazing teachers and staff. The new principal is wonderful also. The PTA is amazing. People are friendly and helpful. My child has learned a lot and has made some very nice friends.
Submitted by parent on March 11, 2015

I have two kids who go to school at Loretto, one in 1st and one in 4th. We have had an excellent experience there. We've had really good teachers plus the Resource (Computer, PE, Library, Art, etc.) teachers make it feel familial, too. It's not perfect, but the things I have a problem with are mostly district-based and outside of the school's control. Plus, nothing is perfect. Most of the teachers there genuinely care about the kids and educating. It's been more than a pleasant surprise, it's been a gift.
Submitted by parent on June 23, 2014

I love this school... My child attended Loretto and was very happy there. She was involved and engaged and learned so much. I loved the teachers the staff and even the other kids. I wished I would have known about Loretto when my two older were in elementary school!
Submitted by other on May 16, 2014

I attended Loretto from kindergarten to fifth grade, and I enjoyed my time there. I now attend Landon and I feel that this school prepared me for everything. The teachers and staff are all devoted to helping you, and will help you to succeed. On several occasions I had teachers wanting to and willing to stay after school with me, so that I could understand a concept. I would recommend this school to anyone, and everyone. -- Former Student
Submitted by parent on April 28, 2014

I am a parent and work and Loretto elementary. It is a great school. The teachers are very devoted and caring people. The CSS department (autism) is outstanding. This school continues to be an A school and it deserves to be one.
Submitted by other on September 27, 2013

As a freshman in highschool I look back to loretto and go wow what a great experience 4 stars as there were some aspects I did not completely come to a conclusion with. -Former Student
Submitted by parent on August 19, 2013

Great school teachers and staff are great it would have 5 stars BUT The lack of security in this day & age are too relaxed!
Submitted by parent on July 30, 2013

My daughter will begin this Fall at Loretto Elementary and I am interested in looking at information about the school online.