Nora Sterry Elementary School

1730 Corinth Avenue

School District

Los Angeles Unified
Grade

K-5
Teacher/Student Ratio

1:17
Type

public

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Reviews

Submitted by parent on August 29, 2024

This school is one of the best ones. She has been going here since kindergarten and has had a wonderful experience. The principal is absolutely amazing and the teachers here are amazing as well. Although this school may be little it has one of the best teachers and staffs. Nora Sterry is not just a our school it’s our second home.
Submitted by parent on July 03, 2017

This could be a nice neighborhood school. Had some good teachers and some very bad out-right horrific teachers, maybe standard for LAUSD. Some kids don't seem to be raised to know how to function socially with kids of various race. Would be healthy for this school to have more diverse student base. The bad language and behavior in the yard on some kids in 2nd, 3rd, 4th grade is shocking. Positives are the small class size, couple of outstanding teachers, the UCLA partnership (lots of nice UCLA classroom helpers.)
Submitted by parent on October 09, 2016

This is an amazing school. My sons' school years started in Oxnard and the teachings that Nora Sterry offers bypasses those of Ventura county. Mrs. Jenkins who is his third grade teacher is very sweet, personable, and careing towards the children's learning experiences. It is very easy to communicate with her via email or in person because she's always available and open to discuss my son's status and learning goals. Not only does she tend to student's individual needs but she assures that all of the students participate so no one is left behind! I'm reading reviews and I see that some parents complained about the proficiency level of the school but honestly if your child is focused, they will not fall short at all. They will actually gain a lot from the teachers as well as their peers. This is the calmest, smallest public I've ever seen. P.S. I hear the cafeteria food is awesome!
Submitted by other on July 15, 2016

i have no experience with this school - but wanted to comment that considering the English proficiency state test scares are a low 37% and math 31% - both below state averages for low income populations, how is it the parents are raving about the school, unless they don't care about grades?
Submitted by parent on September 26, 2013

Amazing school that offers a nurturing environment, caring teachers, and a stimulating environment. The class sizes are small, so the teachers really get to know their students. This school offers a great sense of community. There are also so many exciting field trips that really exemplify fun and education to the kids.
Submitted by parent on September 25, 2012

I have a child in the second who has been at Nora Sterry since kindergarten. She left another school to attend Nora Sterry. I also have older children who have attended other schools, so I think I have good idea what makes a good school. I like almost everything about this school - the teachers, the principal and the students. One thing I noticed about this school immediately was that the teachers genuinely like Nora Sterry. The principal has remembered my child by name since day one. Parent involvement is evolving at this school - Nora Sterry recently started a Booster Club and now holds regular parent meetings. I have only one problem with this school - drop off/parking is complicated.
Submitted by parent on September 12, 2012

This is a wonderful little school. These days when a handful of the "top" Westside schools are so overcrowded it is nice to be in an environment like Nora Sterry. Lovely, good quality teachers here, a caring and personable principal. Hope this school can obtain more diversity and get more attendance from neighborhood kids.
Submitted by parent on November 11, 2011

My son has gone to this Nora Sterry for kindergarten and first grade. Both teachers (Mrs. Frasco and Ms. Reese) are wonderful, caring, and genuinely concerned about their students. They actively encourage parents' involvement, always welcoming us into the classroom. Their test scores are low, but they are doing the best they can with the devastating budget cuts. Most impressive is the teachers' and the principal's commitment to the kids.
Submitted by other on September 21, 2011

Phenomenal school with wonderful, caring teachers who display a genuine concern for the future of their young minds.
Submitted by parent on July 11, 2010

What a great school! My daughter attended the Pre-K program with Ms. Anna and Kindergarten with Mrs. Frasco. They were both excellent teachers! Keep up the great work, you got my little girl off to a great start! The principal is great... I love how involved and friendly Mrs. Smith is! This is certainly a hidden gem in West LA. It has the feel of a private school due to it's size and teacher-student interaction. They even offered free tutoring after class to students who wanted to get ahead! Excellent! I wish she could continue here, but we are leaving the area! Keep up the great work!
Submitted by parent on April 28, 2010

This shoool 1st grade teachers are excellent. Ms. Mill you are doing great job to my kid attendding in your class.
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