Sherman Oaks Center for Enriched Studies
- Public, Magnet, Alternative
- RESEDA, CA
Magnet School
Sherman Oaks Center for Enriched Studies
- grade A+Overall Grade
- Public, Magnet, Alternative
- 4-12
- RESEDA, CA
- Rating 3.62 out of 5 429 reviews
Report Card
- Academicsgrade A
- Diversitygrade A+
- Teachersgrade A+
- College Prepgrade A
- Clubs & Activitiesgrade C
- Administrationgrade C+
- Sportsgrade B minus
- Foodgrade C
- Resources & Facilitiesgrade C
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Sherman Oaks Center for Enriched Studies Rankings
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Academics
Percent Proficient - Reading
83%
Percent Proficient - Math
60%
Average Graduation Rate
95%
Average SAT
1210
281 responses
Average ACT
27
56 responses
AP Enrollment
37%
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Home Listings
- Cost of Livinggrade D+
- Good for Familiesgrade B
- Housinggrade D
Median Household Income
$76,244
National
$75,149Median Rent
$1,791
National
$1,268Median Home Value
$822,600
National
$281,900Culture & Safety
Poll
90%
of students agree that they feel safe at their school. 51 responsesPoll
80%
of students agree that they like their school and feel happy there. 51 responsesStudents
Diversity
grade A+
Based on racial and economic diversity and survey responses on school culture and diversity from students and parents.
Students
1,901
Free or Reduced Lunch
52%
80%
of students and parents agree that students at this school are competitive. 54 responses81%
of students and parents agree that students at this school are creative and artsy. 54 responses57%
of students and parents agree that students at this school are athletic. 54 responsesTeachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
26:1
National
17:1Average Teacher Salary
$90,556
Teachers in First/Second Year
5.8%
64%
of students and parents agree that the teachers give engaging lessons. 69 responses80%
of students and parents agree that the teachers genuinely care about the students. 69 responses75%
of students and parents agree that the teachers adequately lead and control the classroom. 69 responsesClubs & Activities
Clubs & Activities
grade C
Based on student and parent reviews of clubs and activities.
Girls Athletic Participation
Low
Boys Athletic Participation
Average
Expenses Per Student
$15,506 / year
National
$12,23992%
of students and parents agree that there are plenty of clubs and organizations for students to get involved in. 72 responses44%
of students and parents agree that clubs and organizations get the funding they need. 72 responses76%
of students and parents agree that lots of students participate in clubs and organizations. 72 responsesSimilar Schools
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Sherman Oaks Center for Enriched Studies Reviews
Rating 3.62 out of 5 429 reviews
The SOCES is a mixed bag of positives and negatives. On the upside, the school boasts a dedicated faculty, with passionate teachers who go the extra mile to ensure student success. The small class sizes foster a more personalized learning experience, allowing for meaningful teacher-student interactions. The campus is well-maintained, providing a conducive environment for learning and extracurricular activities.
However, on the downside, the school falls short in terms of technological infrastructure. Outdated computers and limited access to online resources hinder the integration of modern teaching methods. Additionally, the extracurricular offerings are somewhat limited, leaving students with fewer opportunities to explore diverse interests outside the classroom.
Despite these drawbacks, the school's commitment to fostering a sense of community is commendable. Regular events and parent-teacher interactions contribute to a supportive and inclusive atmosphere.
However, on the downside, the school falls short in terms of technological infrastructure. Outdated computers and limited access to online resources hinder the integration of modern teaching methods. Additionally, the extracurricular offerings are somewhat limited, leaving students with fewer opportunities to explore diverse interests outside the classroom.
Despite these drawbacks, the school's commitment to fostering a sense of community is commendable. Regular events and parent-teacher interactions contribute to a supportive and inclusive atmosphere.
Once entering the high school years I started to realize that much of the staff didn't care about all the students as much as I thought they did. They buttered up the younger generation while turning their backs on the older. It got to the point where it seemed as though the staff just didn't know how to handle the older generation, and with that they were scared of them. Because of this, the staff and school went downhill. To this day I can almost watch this downward spiral of the school continue, as all of the teachers and staff who cared are slowly transferring different schools and those who don't are sticking around, getting complaints from various students. Sadly, the school does not deserve the reputation it built up over previous years at this moment. I'm hoping that with the couple staff changes that have been taking place the school can pick themselves out of the hole that they initially dug in the first place.
The school pretends to be prestigious but in reality is lacking in a lot of aspects especially when it comes to individualized student learning. They don't really deal with bullying if at all, and quite a few of the administrative staff act rude towards students who ask for help. There is little support for students who need help and the school is very disorganized when it comes to their scheduling whether it be events or the circulation of funds towards specific programs. Not to mention events often are a disaster and though students are involved in them, I feel like the school as a whole should be more willing to help out. Honestly I feel bad with the amount of money paid to teachers and especially custodians since it isn't enough, and you can tell that it sometimes affects the way teachers can perform. One of the most dangerous aspects I want to point out is how consistently almost every few weeks a student overdoses and is sent to the hospital. Their programs for classes are nice.