Oakridge Elementary School

1414 24th Street South

School District

Arlington County Public Schools
Grade

PK, K-5
Teacher/Student Ratio

1:15
Type

public

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Reviews

Submitted by other on April 07, 2024

i graduated from this school a few years ago, and there was so much that happend that was wrong. they dont deal with discrimination, bullying or racism. i went to this school from k-5 and multiple teachers left. it was good until covid happened. i wouldnt recomend this school. the only time i felt at ease was in extended day which the service there was so perfect for a child. (sorry for my horrible grammar, spelling and punation). ALSO THIS IS A NO HOMEWORK SCHOOL NOR GRADES.
Submitted by parent on January 12, 2024

My family and I had the most awful experience at Oak Ridge Elementary. Though we left a little over a year ago: I experienced constant conflicts with the staff, there were multiple teacher changes during the year, most of whom English was not their primary language. And, now that I’m attending a good public school in another district, my child was almost required to be held back a grade due to a serious lack of skills and inability to perform at appropriate grade level.There is nothing positive that I have to say about the school, I would recommend that if you’re in this district that you seek private education because your student will be left behind if they are forced to go to this school.
Submitted by student on December 08, 2023

This place is the most sexiest racicest homophobic place I’ve ever seen and you don’t actually learn anything. They say fairness and emotional things are their goal, which is stupid and it’s anything but, also the principal is DUMB.
Submitted by parent on November 16, 2023

My family loves Oakridge and how welcoming the school always is. It's been wonderful for our children to share teachers over the years and to have Oakridge as their elementary school.
Submitted by other on October 24, 2023

Thanks to all the wonderful staff and students who make Oakridge the best!
Submitted by other on October 24, 2023

Thank you Oakridge for all that you do for students!
Submitted by parent on June 22, 2023

Oakridge staff and principal are great. They love the children and work hard for our children. Overall many parents love this school. This place and the staff. The principal promotes equity and inclusion in all practices within the school. I truly appreciate my child being seen and heard.
Submitted by parent on April 25, 2023

Would be a 4 star review but taking away a star for the awful pick up and drop off procedures. Super inconvenient for parents in both instances. As a former teacher there are far better ways to change this. The teachers my kids have had are awesome. They have multiple ways for parents to be involved. 0/10 for the bus drivers, they’re rude, will run you over or fuss you out. I’ve personally seen this happen.
Submitted by parent on February 22, 2022

I could not be happier with this school. I have three boys attending Oakridge, and we have only been there a year, but this school has completely impressed me. The teachers, counselors, and principal truly care about the kids. They listen, they are responsive, and they are trying to meet the needs of every kid. In particular, the teachers and staff involved in the special education program have been phenomenal. The principal cares deeply about the kids and does not hesitate to get involved when needed. She personally has addressed issues such as bullying. I can’t say enough about this principal snd this school.
Submitted by parent on March 12, 2021

This review is based on 1 year of Kindergarten (in person) and half a year of distance education.Our year of Kindergarten was excellent, our child had no complaints about going to school, he learned a lot of site words, basic reading and math. His social skills really blossomed as well. Learned many positive lessons about getting along, following directions (using appropriate voice level, etc. He loved the after school activities as well, all of the counselors seemed really nice.The distance learning was a struggle for everyone; fortunately we moved to an area where classes resumed. I would love to have my child back in Oakridge for in-person classes.
Submitted by parent on August 27, 2020

Overall, we were terribly disappointed with Oakridge. We moved to this district based on the school reviews, and in the end we withdrew our child and sent him to private school nearby.
Submitted by parent on May 22, 2020

A+++ I am surprised great schools didn’t give this school a higher rating as we have been very happy here. My daughter reads and does math well above grade level. She has blossomed from a shy and timid child to a confident and friendly young lady. She has had opportunities to participate in choir, band, swimming, book clubs and much more. She has made many great memories at Oakridge and we will miss Dr. Wright and all of the teachers and staff as she is now going into middle school. Thank you Oakridge, for the wonderful job and love you have to our family.
Submitted by other on November 26, 2018

It’s my neighbor school so it must be good since I’m 10 and a nice little boy.
Submitted by parent on October 22, 2018

Excellent experience. Oakridge is a well run neighborhood school that is well staffed and features talented, dedicated teachers.
Submitted by parent on June 06, 2018

Awful!!!! I wish I had put my child somewhere else!!!
Submitted by parent on May 23, 2018

Oakridge is a good elementary school primarily due to the dedicated teachers. The school administration still continues to over emphasize the needs of the affluent homeowners and PTA leaders in detriment of the very valuable influx of international families. Oakridge could use some new leadership - the principal has been there too long and her methods I think are not as effective as they could be. The population and needs of Oakridge has changed over the past few years and she has not adjusted. I think without a hard look in the mirror and better representation of the entire Oakridge population in the PTA and school programming, the ability of this school to be rated highly will continue to decline - just look at those testing scores among the lower income and more diverse students!
Submitted by parent on March 06, 2018

The community and diversity in Oakridge is great. While the academics are decent depending on your teacher, the extra activities such as art, music, PE, language and science are really great and make the students really well rounded. The no homework policy while good on paper, is not great for the parents because we have no idea how or what the child is doing all year long. The big problem I have with the school has been the principle. While I do think principles have a very hard job, this one is 100 percent a dictator who does not work well with parents, or the PTA who provides so much for the teacher and students. I also don't think she supports her teachers and staff very well. If you happen to have a bullying problem with your child, she would rather you leave the school to get rid of the problem. She is very also condescending to parents which is just tough to take.
Submitted by parent on February 10, 2018

Overall experience has been very positive. My daughter loves her teachers. No homework policy was a courageous step that pays off. Almost every night, my daughter wants to practice what she learned that day. Effectively doing homework without the stress of completing an assignment or a deadline. This makes learning fun and exciting for her. I wish it had been the same for me when I was a boy. School communication could be better. Sometimes follow through from admin on concerns doesn’t always happen. Every once in a while we’ll have an issue with a classmate misbehaving. For the most part, it’s handled well. Some of the kids in Extended Day can be a little rough (some) but, overall, OES is one of your better schools. My wife and I are very happy that our daughter says she enjoys schooland “teaches” us what she learned that day.
Submitted by parent on July 13, 2017

Phenomenal school in every respect. The teachers really care about the students, the library is the largest in the area, and there are many things available to them that wouldn't be available at nearby schools.
Submitted by parent on May 05, 2017

My two children (8 and 10) have been attending Oakridge for almost three years now. The teachers for the most part are great and truly care about their students. Both of my kids loved their 2nd grade teacher Mrs. Burgin and a few others like Mrs. Fishbein and Mr. Papola. However there is a general lack of discipline at the school that traces back to the principal. She gets a lot of publicity but rarely enforces any consequences on kids that bully! High turnover of faculty every year and treats her close friends on staff much better than others. Stay away if you have options.