Lorne Street Elementary

Lorne Street Elementary is situated at 17440 Lorne Street in Northridge. It serves 368 students in grades K-5 with a student–teacher ratio of 22:1. Math proficiency is 47% and reading proficiency is 57%. There are 54% male and 58% female students. The school is a safe and welcoming place for students and parents to meet. There are clear rules and expectations on display to help students get through the school day. The staff works hard to make sure that the campus is always safe for all kids. This focus on predictability makes it easy for students to handle their daily changes. Prices for nearby homes range from $650,000 to $870,000. Parents say that the teachers are caring and that there are resources available to help the kids. Families often say that the school does a great job of making everyone feel welcome. People have a lot of good things to say about how the school meets the needs of its diverse student body. This school wants to be one of the best elementary schools in California.

From February 23 to February 27, 2026, Lorne Street Elementary will take part in the "Sharing Brings Hope" campaign. The school recently held an event called "Coffee with the Principal," which was all about using restorative and de-escalation techniques to make the campus a better place. The fifth graders will go to the Getty on field trips, and the school's Robotics Team will keep winning matches in the area.

Q1. What are "restorative practices" at Lorne Street Elementary?

Ans. These are ways to settle disagreements through conversation and understanding instead of just using traditional punishments.

Q2. Is there a robotics team at Lorne Street Elementary?

Ans. The school has a robotics club where students build and program robots for competitions in their area and beyond.

Q3. What does Lorne Street Elementary do to honor different cultures?

Ans. Families from all over the world can share food, music, and traditions on campus at the International Festival, which happens once a year.

Q4. Does Lorne Street Elementary have a computer coding program?

Ans. Students learn basic digital literacy skills by taking part in the "Hour of Code" and going to the computer lab once a week.

Q5. Does Lorne Street Elementary School help with mental health issues?

Ans. There is a part-time school psychologist and counselor who can help students with social and emotional problems and help them grow as people.