I graduated from this school 3 years ago, before the renovations and such. I was not happy with the school while I first attended there but over the years I met all sorts of wonderful people, staff and students. I believe Norwalk High is an okay place to have you son or daughter go to school there because
... Read more the staff is only trying to make it better and the students are waiting to make new friends. The reason why I say its an okay school is because after I graduated I went to a UC and well academically I was behind the other students. I was told that the teaching and overall class ratings have gone up but if not just means for those students who want to attend a 4-year university, then go to Cerritos College as well. I will always cherish the memories!! PURPLE & GOLD!! Read less
Posted by a student on 03/05/09
good school; up to students and parents if they want to succeed and attend a 4 year college; further education available if you work towards it otherwise you will fail.
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Posted by a parent on 02/10/09
Our child was really looking forward to this school year. She never had ANY problems before. Now their are tears every week. Parents need to visit the classrooms. They need to go to real rooms not new science place they show off. Classes are so large you cannot move around. The rooms are dirty
... Read more and do not look like they are new construction like they brag about. The restrooms are disgusting. You cannot find the counselors. At lunch it is as crowded as the classrooms. There is no place to move. We are on the border line and will return to the other district. Checking out next week. Thank you. We are glad we found this place and could find something better. Read less
Posted by a parent on 10/18/08
Norwalk High School is a wonderful place to learn. The school is in the final stages of major renovations and improvements. All the classrooms have air conditioning, new cabinetry, tile, etc. There is a new science building with an abundance of lab stations. There is a new math building and the department
... Read more is integrating technology as they work together to increase student learning. There is a brand new library with state of the art MACs. There is a career center that had multiple job postings within the first week of the school year. There are various Advanced Placement courses available to challenge the top students. There are also systems in place to support academically struggling students. Norwalk has one of the best recycling programs in the county. Students can join various academic academies. There is a huge amount of ROP courses offered in computers, wood, auto, etc. In short, NHS rocks! Read less
I love this school i currenly attend it and it is awsome. The teachers are great and so are the students. Ifeel very safe and protected there. We have wonderful counslors that help you reach your goals.
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Posted by a student on 08/27/07
I went to Norwalk 9th and 10th grade and I have to say after transferring to Wilson High, nowhere can you find such a strong, willing, and spirited staff. When you walk in you can feel the warmth because of the environment the staff sets for the students. With out a doubt if the student devoted half
... Read more the time they spend on Norwalk Spirt on doing their homework I can proudly say we have something going for us. Read less
Posted by a former student on 08/27/06
This school has been very helpful to me. Even though the test scores aren't that good. There are people who actually care for us. Sometimes we have problems at home, and the counselors are always there to help us out. It's a very good school and I love it!
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Posted by a student on 05/12/06
I am an Alumnus from Norwalk High school. I graduated 05, and would like to say that it is a good school. I took advantage of the very little that they had, and it got me into the number one public institution in the country UC Berkeley.
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Posted by a student on 02/26/06
Norwalk High School is the best school for all kids. There are hundreds of extra curricular activities. If your child wants to learn, this school gives a great education.
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Norwalk schools — Norwalk High School is located at 11356 E Leffingwell Rd, Norwalk CA 90650. 11356 E Leffingwell Rd is in the 90650 ZIP code in Norwalk, CA The school district for Norwalk High School is the Norwalk La Mirada Unified Sd. Norwalk High School is a Public school that serves grade levels 9 - 12.
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