Great High school in the South Bay. Went to watch an…read moreexciting Volleyball scrimmage . Great games, the Gym is okay for a High School. Parents, friends were all together cheering on their loved ones. Bathrooms are clean. Good to watch Coach Quan at the sidelines !!!

There are plenty of fun events, clubs, and opportunities for academic achievement. The school…read moretests high on standardized tests. However, there is a lack of discipline when it comes to verbal bullying and harassment. Students cannot count on their authorities to protect them. The visual and performing art programs are quite underfunded. The school prioritizes the football program, which brings in the most money and that favouritism goes so far as extra effort being made to keep those athletes in school. They do this by putting them in the art classes for an easy A (where they don't do the work and show no interest, while taking up the spots of students who actually want to take art) And by avoiding giving them expulsion or suspension, even if that means turning a blind eye when they bully their peers. Pretty standard for a high-school, I guess.

Dissapointed in what the school has become. Seeing the posts with the girls skirts barely covering…read more their behinds makes me sad. The administration let so much go it's not what it use to be. They aren't a great example to what a private school should be. Hoping they make changes.

This school was so incredibly damaging to my child. He went into the school with what a public…read moreschool would call an IEP. They wrote him something called a "step program", They never followed it. The teachers berated him and treated him as if he were a bad child. The "dean of men" told me that he would never treat my child any differently than the other kids. Even though, my son struggled with some neurodivergent issues. We are still dealing with the repercussions of having gone to this school. Do not send your child to Bishop Montgomery High School. Particularly if they are neurodivergent in any way.

I would have loved to go here. The history behind it, the architecture, filming all the awesome…read more90ies tv shows Buffy the vampire slayer, Beverly Hills, 90210. I'm jealous of anyone who went here. Those tv shows made my childhood special growing up. So sad my family had to move this would have been the school I would have attended and probably done well at.

Those of you that personally know me already know I love writing reviews. However, I rarely write…read morereviews on schools and universities. However, for many reading this have probably watched (let alone heard of) the hit FOX TV drama "Beverly Hills 90210" that aired from 1990-2000. This takes me to "Torrance High School"; you heard that right, the school grounds were actually filmed in Torrance and not in Beverly Hills. And for those wondering, this was also the filming location of "Buffy the Vampire Slayer" amongst other various TV shows and movies due to its close proximity to Hollywood. Since I was in this area for a private family event, this was not out of the way for my lady and I. The actual location of this school is at 2200 W. Carson St. in Torrance that happens to be in a relatively quiet and less congested area. It is tucked in between Crenshaw Blvd. and Western Ave. while the major freeways (the 405 and 110) are about a 5-7 minute drive away. Since we visited the school campus in the summer (on Friday 7/26/2024) as well as after hours (at around 6:30pm), there were no classes in session. I must confess, after watching the show, the campus has not changed much over the years and am guessing that the entire structure of the buildings have remain intact ever since being constructed back in the mid-late 1940's. I also had the opportunity to peek through the windows of some of the classrooms and I can tell they've kept a lot of the same desks intact for several decades. Finally, the outside courtyard area looks exactly the same as where the kids from 90210 once stood during their recess. All in all, I was pleasantly surprised with checking out "Torrance High School". The layout of the entire campus is quite large as the school can accommodate an average of 2,000 students during a normal school year (grades 9-12). And to all of you Gen-X'ers that were obsessed with this show, you will definitely not be disappointed. Just don't visit during when school is in session. Otherwise, I highly recommend checking this place out. My rating, an above average four stars.

Again, I graced this place with my presence. Ever go back to a school after you've moved on and…read morediscovered new things about it? I did. The faculty parking lot is a great place to park, if ya know what I mean...

I went here and if I have to be honest it wasn't that great. Everything overall was okay however…read moresome of the male teachers were straight up perverts. There were some teachers who would say inappropriate things to the girls. They would even touch them without their consent. I was and am still very upset with this and so I hope the school does something about this soon.

Review #980 2026-046…read more Let me preface that this review is for an event that was held at J.H. Hull Middle School... J.H. Hull Middle School is 1 of 8 middle schools serving students in grades 6 - 8 in Torrance Unified School District. It's named after the 1st TUSD superintendent, Dr. John Henrich Hull, who served as superintendent from 1947 - 1970... at which time TUSD grew from 4 to 41 schools. Opened in 1970, JHHMS was originally built using steel portables from defunct Madison School, which closed in 1969; the school was later rebuilt & reopened in Fall of 2011, & is currently the district's most technologically wired & environmentally efficient campus. For 2025 - 2026, the school is helmed by Principal Jackie Ryan & supported by Assistant Principal Kimberly Lee. The 2026 TUSD "Math Field Day" was held at J.H. Hull Middle School, hosting the past 3 years. It's an annual competition that focuses on computational skills, conceptual understanding, & complex problem-solving while encouraging teamwork amongst elementary (starting from 4th grade), middle, & high schools students. Winners received medals & trophies for their school, & top winners from each quadrant advance to the Los Angeles County Office of Education (LACOE) Math Field Day, usually held in April. My son competed for 1 of 4 spots representing Hickory Elementary's 4th Grade Team. It's a 2-part competition that consisted of an individual 10 question quiz (20-mins.), followed by a break, then a series of questions for the team (30-mins.), ending with an hour break while the scores are tabulated. The students loved the "trail mix" snacks that they got during breaks... my son says it was candy galore with trail mix, gummy bears, popcorn, M&Ms, chocolate chips, goldfish crackers, etc.!! And totally worth the after school hours to enjoy these treats (can you feel the eyes rolling?) & wants to come back next year. O_o 2026 Math Field Day Winners 4th Grade: 1st: Victor ES 2nd: Hickory ES (so proud of my l'il guy & his teammates!) 3rd: Riviera ES 5th Grade: 1st: Hickory ES (back-to-back win!) 2nd: Walteria ES 3rd: Towers ES 6th Grade: 1st: Richardson MS 2nd: Madrona MS 3rd: Calle Mayor MS 7th Grade: 1st: Magruder MS 2nd: Bert Lynn MS 3rd: Madrona MS 8th Grade: 1st: Magruder MS 2nd: Madrona MS 3rd: Calle Mayor MS High School: 1st: West HS 2nd: North HS 4th: Victor ES, 5th: Hickory ES, 6th: Richardson MS, 7th: Magruder MS, 8th: Magruder MS, & West HS will move onto LACOE Math Field Day. Good luck! Congrats to all the mathletes that qualified & to the winners for their excellent performance... way to go!!

Great school. The teachers are awesome, they school is very organized and clean grounds. My son…read moreloves this school. We like it because its 5 minutes from our house. Highly recommend this school.

Review #995 2026-065…read more Let me preface that this review is for an event that was held at/hosted by South High School. Opened (3rd) in 1957, South High School is 1 of 4 high schools serving students in grades 9 - 12 in Torrance Unified School District; according to their website, they're the #1 ranked high school in TUSD. The school also rents its space to Asahi Gakuen, a weekend non-profit Japanese language school. Did you know "American Beauty" was filmed at South High School during 1998 - 1999 winter break? For 2025 - 2026, the school is helmed by Principal Jim Evans & supported by Assistant Principal Dr. Tera Black. The 2026 TUSD "Academic Pentathlon" was held at South High School, hosting since post pandemic. It's an annual academic competition for 4th - 5th grade students that tests their knowledge on multiple (5) subjects: math, science, social science, art, literature. Winners receive medals & trophies for their school. Unlike Math Field Day, there's no county (LACOE) competition since it's primarily for middle school students. My son competed for 1 of 4 spots representing Hickory Elementary's 4th Grade Team. The hour-long competition consisted of 2 teams of 4 (comprised of 2 4th grade & 5th grade students) for their school to answer 50 questions; it was announced at the end that there were 49 questions due to an error. There was a short break at the midpoint of the competition, & another at the end while the scores are tabulated. The school's score is the calculated mean of their 2 teams. Unlike Math Field Day, there's no "trail mix" snacks offered during breaks so we gave M a quickie snack at home before the competition, & added a granola bar in case he needed a little lift. The auditorium wasn't as packed with competitors... I think maybe 1/2 of TUSD's elementary schools participated? Though it was standing room only with all the parents & families out to support their children. 2026 Academic Pentathlon Winners 1st: Victor ES (40.5 points) 2nd: Hickory ES (38 points; so proud of my l'il guy & his teammates!) 3rd: Towers ES (35 points) No back-to-back wins for Hickory ES (placed 1st in 2025)... M plans to come back next year to help regain the honors before he graduates. =D Congrats to all the lifelong learners... great job!!

Now, let me tell you that my kids do not go to this school, but if I lived in the area they would…read more We were there to go to their wonderful and new theater to see a play for Special Needs kids, of which my grandson is one. The people working there were so nice and patient with all 4 showings. It was put on by Anchorless Productions and the Friendship foundation. First, parking is so easy right in front to the theater. The theater itself is beautiful and spotless. It is comfortable and seating is easy. They are great with disabled people and are just super nice. They have it all, from the cool curtain to a super sound system. We were so lucky to be able to use this venue for the play. Before the play we walked around just a little bit, a lot of it was locked as it was a weekend, but the football field is so pretty and there is a tennis area. I think this school does a lot of performing arts. I wish all schools looked like this.

I saw the West High Theatre department's musical production of Grease and was quite impressed! The…read moremusical was held at West High's Performing Arts Center and auditorium which was quite spacious. The sound and lights were spot on and the whole production was really nice. Overall I was impressed with how well the high school kids performed and the modern art facility. I had a great time watching Grease here. Well done, West High!

I was a West High School student in 2018 and had Mary Callahan Flaxman as my Algebra 1 teacher…read more Unfortunately, she was one of the most unhelpful and impatient teachers I've ever had. She would tell students to raise their hand if they needed help, but when I actually did and asked questions, she would get irritated and tell me to "figure it out myself." There was even a time I got frustrated and quietly said to classmates, "What's the point of asking for help if she won't help me?" and she came up to me and embarrassed me in front of the entire class. That situation made me feel humiliated and genuinely affected me emotionally. No student should feel scared to ask for help in a classroom. A teacher should support students who are struggling, not shame them for it. I'm also still in contact with staff from West High, and I've heard similar concerns over the years about her behavior and lack of patience. It's disappointing that this seems to be an ongoing issue.

ambassador high school has been a wonderful experience for my son who is now a sophomore. I very…read moremuch appreciate all of the staff and administration who respond to all of my requests very quickly. They have also assisted me in helping and encouraging my son to be more successful. They have plenty of clubs and sports to offer every student. I also love that they have a independent study opportunity with hundreds of learning opportunities. I highly recommend.

My daughter has been attending Ambassador School for the past two years, and we couldn't be happier…read morewith our experience. The small class sizes and excellent teacher-to-student ratio mean every child receives individual attention and support. The teachers are highly experienced and genuinely dedicated, creating an environment where students thrive both academically and personally. The academic standards are outstanding; every student is well-prepared for college, with an impressive 100% college admission rate, and many even graduate with an AA degree! Beyond academics, the school places a strong emphasis on character development and spiritual growth, teaching biblical values that truly shape students into compassionate, well-rounded individuals. Ambassador also offers a wide range of extracurricular activities, including various sports, dance, and an incredible annual theatre production that consistently sells out at a local theatre venue, a highlight of the year! We are so grateful to be part of the Ambassador community and can't recommend it enough. If you're considering this school, attend an open house or have your child shadow a student, you'll immediately see what makes Ambassador School so special.

The institution refused to enroll my son citing his placement within the autism spectrum as the…read morereason, despite their attempt to justify the decision with additional explanations that ultimately proved insufficient.

This school is a gem. Several of the faculty have been teaching here for twenty-five years. They're…read moreunquestionably qualified and experienced. Academically, parents don't have a worry. However, where SBCS leaves other schools in the dust is what they manage to achieve OUTSIDE the classroom. Class size allows the faculty to focus on EVERY student and their needs. No one gets lost in the crowd. That means if your child is dealing with any issues, they'll be noticed and get the attention they should get. This school is all about teaching to the whole individual. Learning to handle responsibilities, conflict, impulse control--the faculty have it under control. If you don't just want your child to grow up a competent math student, then this is where they should go to school. They'll learn how to be moral, caring, thoughtful, and self-aware people (who are also good at math or English or ...!). They've also had a new principal for two years now, Kirstin Born, who taught for twenty-five years before assuming the top position. You couldn't ask for a more savvy, sensitive, experienced person to guide the school. She bends over backwards to meet the needs and requests of her students' families. You won't complain about crickets if you approach Mrs. Born with any concerns. SBCS is great for any student, but it is a gift to students who need extra attention and personalized care in the hands of loving, experienced teachers and administrators.

Review #1024 2026-094…read more Opened in 02/1957, Madrona Middle School is 1 of 8 middle schools serving students in grades 6 - 8 in Torrance Unified School District with Dr. Sue Key, Principal, at helm since 02/2024. Per U.S. News & World Report, the 26:1 student-teacher ratio is on the higher side, & the reading level is stronger than the math. GreatSchools.org shows a 20% Algebra 1 participation rate with a strong 95% pass rate. Under Dr. Key's helm, Madrona Middle School earned South Bay's BEST Public Middle School in 2026, following recognitions for FAVORITE school in 2025 & BEST in 2024. After participating on behalf of his elementary school's math & academic pentathlon teams (placed 2nd on both) this year, my 10 YO 4th grader wanted to map out his future academic career & research his options, even though Madrona MS is the natural progression from Hickory ES. His interests are vast: Academic Pentathlon, CJSF (CA Junior Scholarship Federation), Coding/Robotics, eSports, GATE, Math Club/Math Field Day, MathCounts, Science Olympiad, Spelling Bee, etc. I scheduled a 30-min. tour in 05/2026, & it was led by Dr. Key; the short tour ended up being almost 90-mins. It was a detailed & informative tour of an impressive campus with plenty to offer for academically strong students (refer to posted photos of School Brochure & Class Selection Reference Sheet! I particularly love that their classrooms post a door sign of the teachers' contact, sponsor, & education info (e.g. Mrs. Heather Hallsted teaches Science 8 & Science Olympiad, sponsors Madrona Family Night, & earned a B.S. Biochemistry & M.A. Curriculum & Instruction from UCLA, CSU Bakersfield, CSUDH; Mrs. Nancy Ton teaches Science 7, PLTW Design & Modeling/Computer Science App Inventors/Automation & Robotics, sponsors esports & earned a B.S. Liberal Science & M.S. Science from CSULB & CSUDH). What's great for working parents is that students can be dropped off as early as 8:15 AM & go to study hall before the 1st bell. Subsequent to the tour & info received, I learned the following week that Hickory Elementary School will be offering an accelerated math summer program to prep interested & qualified students for the Accelerated Math 6 in fall. My son took the accelerated math this summer, & qualified for Accelerated Math 6 in 5th Grade. It's been a month, & he's maintaining a 4 (out of 4) on the math quick checks. M's plan is to follow his elementary school's progression to Madrona Middle School since they hit most of his interests on the checklist. Last school year (2025 - 2026), MMS placed in all 3 grades at Math Field Day: 6th - 2nd Place, 7th - 3rd Place, 8th - 2nd Place. M plans to tryout for Math Field Day again this school year & is strategically recruiting his team for a 3-peat win for 5th Grade, & hopes to bring the same team to Madrona Middle School for continued success.

5 STAR this school is great it has a lot of activity's and its a great learning potential!read more