Skyridge Elementary School

800 Perkins Way

School District

Auburn Union Elementary
Grade

K-5
Teacher/Student Ratio

1:17
Type

public

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Reviews

Submitted by parent on April 03, 2022

Great school. Great teachers. Great community. We are very happy here!
Submitted by parent on January 04, 2021

When we moved back to the Auburn area, we chose Skyridge and are so happy we did. Our two children are thriving here. Skyridge has an unbelievably talented staff that we have come to think of as family. It is truly one of the reasons we love our school. The community at Skyridge, is well known in the Auburn area to be welcoming and inclusive. The curriculum is rigorous, and contantly being re-evaluated for how to make better, but prepares kids well for middle school. There are many fun acitivites, events & clubs on campus as well that PTC organizes, and parent envolvement is welcomed. Our kids love to be a part of these events and activities, and things like dance club, allow them to participate without having another class we need to be enrolled in after school. We also feel very blessed to have an amazing afterschool program that is on campus, run by ARD, where our kids love to go to do fun activities, get their homework done.
Submitted by parent on December 12, 2020

This school is truly a family. From the office staff to the parent teacher club you are welcomed with warm smilies. The teachers go above and beyond to care for your child. The campus is beautiful, right in the middle of the foothills and it is well taken care of. Instruction is specialized to cater to individual students while looking at academic and social emotional needs. The campus strives to create a positive culture and encourages kids to be leaders and friendly towards all. The best part is the parent involvement. There are monthly events that keep the smiles on the students faces. I’m proud to be a Falcon!
Submitted by other on February 26, 2019

Test scores do not tell the whole story. There are many amazing teachers, programs, and learning opportunities at Skyridge. Test scores are on the rise. The school has not had 475 students since 2014/15 so not sure how accurate or current this information is.
Submitted by parent on March 13, 2015

The new principal, Mr. Woods is amazing. The kids love him...and he really cares about each child individually. He is always around the campus interacting with kids...and kids actually like to go to his office to talk to him and resolve problems. The teachers are caring and wonderful too. My child loves going to school now. New leadership leads to a change in attitudes and the change is extremely positive.
Submitted by parent on October 28, 2014

I love this school. Mr Woods is great with the all the kids. I just moved to Auburn this year and picked Skyridge because of the high rating. Mr Woods and my kids teachers have the transition to a new school so much easier. I love this school.
Submitted by parent on October 26, 2014

I love this school! Principal Woods is the best. I help in my sons classroom and I'm shocked by how much I see Principal Woods around the campus. He's interacting with students and teachers making sure everyone is taken care of. Ms. Anderson is an amazing teacher so willing to work with my child and has gone over and beyond her job title to see that he's learning. I couldn't be more happy that my son is part of this school. I feel like this school is respectful, positive, and loving.
Submitted by parent on March 25, 2014

My children went to this school for 6 years. Horrible teaching, bad attitudes, wasted years was the norm. I ended up "home schooling" every evening to get them through their homework. Finally left after severe bullying to one child, and a teacher so horrible my youngest would often be shaking and crying after school. As for the PTC, they very publicly fired their president one year, no crime or anything committed. I truly do not recommend this school.
Submitted by parent on May 25, 2013

My children have been at this school since 2006. I think the current leadership is the best a parent could hope for. Imagine trying to run a business and not being able to fire your worst employees. Imagine. Bill and Melinda Gates couldn't imagine it and thats why they no longer support public (union ) schools. I only wish Jenn Lewandowski had been the principle when my children started. I tell everyone I know in my community that they should take another look at Skyridge. My guess is the unhappy teachers were miserable to begin with. To bad we couldn't clone The Maxwells.
Submitted by parent on January 02, 2013

We moved to Auburn 4 years ago and Skyridge had a 9 rating, now a 6. We loved the modern campus and it is kept pretty clean. The problem is that there has been three principals in 4 years which has lead to too many changes. Every teacher has to implement the same field trips for each grade level- poor decision. Seems like the teachers are very unhappy with the changes too. Lunch program is awful with no healthy changes in site. Since all the other schools in the area score so high, I would definitely take a look at other schools.
Submitted by parent on November 23, 2012

We are very happy to have both of our girls attend this school. We choose to travel across town in order for our kids to attend this fantastic school and community. The PTC is incredible and, and parent involvement is awesome. The principle is very engaging and also demonstrates strong leadership and vision. The entire staff is committed and dedicated to enriching the life of every student.
Submitted by parent on March 09, 2012

I've had children at Skyridge since 2004 and I've continually been impressed at the dedication of the teachers, parents, and principals (there have been three over the years my kids have been there). The teachers do an excellent job of teaching the required state standards, while also incorporating art, music, and physical education. Considering the current economic climate, the school is making the best of a difficult situation: handling cuts in funding in a way that impacts the kids as minimally as possible. It's too bad there are no regular education aides, but that's not any fault of the school or the teachers: there just isn't money for them. The Skyridge parents are making a huge effort to offset the budget cuts by fundraising and volunteering in the classroom and in the PTC. Because of the parents, Skyridge can offer many enrichment activities and programs including educational assemblies, the Running School fitness program, and the beautiful Life Lab (school garden). My kids have received an excellent education at Skyridge and have enjoyed its positive climate. I'm grateful to all at Skyridge for their hard work and dedication to kids and learning.
Submitted by parent on December 20, 2011

The new principal is horribly disengaged and dismisses any parental concerns. There continues to be a void of leadership. You may get lucky and get a good teacher or not...they do whatever they want without recourse. I can't wait to pull my child out of this school when a better option becomes available. They are so concerned with getting their numbers for funding-maybe focus on attending to the students you already have first. Another example of why public schools are failing.
Submitted by parent on September 01, 2011

Starting off another excellent year with a new principal and so far I am quite impressed. I am thrilled with my daughter's new teacher and so is she. I still see a lot of parents giving their time in the classroom and it's great to partner with everyone at Skyridge. I really feel like my daughter is getting a well rounded education - she has excelled in all her subjects and looks forward to learning. Keep up the great work Skyridge teachers!
Submitted by parent on June 01, 2011

My daughter has been at this school for 2 years, this will be her last. I was so happy to be in the Skyridge zoning when she started K, but then they dropped the K-8 and went back to K-5. We do not want our children going to EV Cain so a K-8 was very important to us. We did love Skyridge last year....this year not so much. I feel that Skyridge is perceived as something it is not. There is no money in this school. The library is only open 1 day a week for the entire school and there are NO aides to help these teachers with anything. I am aware that the other 2 elementary schools in this district have aides and open libraries. The class size is too big this year and I fear what it will look like in the future. I feel the PTC will get better in the coming year now that the HORRIBLE president has been dethroned. All in all I believe this school needs so much help. Not just with parents helping. These teachers wont make it through much longer at the rate it is going. The principal's main concern this year was the parking lot!!!!! I know in CA there isnt much to work with, but something has to happen. I am excited to join a charter school next year out of district.