High Lakes Elementary School

2500 NW High Lakes Lp

School District

Bend-La Pine Schools
Grade

K-5
Teacher/Student Ratio

1:20
Type

public

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Reviews

Submitted by parent on September 03, 2023

Our son is very happy at High Lakes. We are happy with the extra enrichment we see-Scholastic News, Artist in Residency, STEM night, field trips, etc. We also love his teacher. She’s kind, dedicated, communicative, and willing to work together.
Submitted by parent on November 12, 2018

We have loved our time at High Lakes. The teachers are the best around.
Submitted by parent on September 05, 2018

It’s ok. Front desk is very helpful, new principal is a great improvement, some teachers are wonderful, some are not. Can be a little clique-y and don’t feel like the classrooms are gender balanced. Good academics though.
Submitted by parent on September 05, 2017

Do you enjoy having your child come home crying because the TEACHER bullies them for not being "obedient like the other children"? I'm sorry my 6 year old acted out because another student was picking on him. Apparently, if you aren't a big donor in money and live in the right neighborhood, your child is useless and not worth teaching. And don't bother going to the principal. That was a waste of my time. So glad I transferred my student to Westside where his differences are embraced!
Submitted by parent on May 02, 2016

We really like the staff, but my child has 33 kids in a 4th grade class. Not a lot of 1-on-1 time available when there are that many children. No one's fault, but class size is a serious issue.
Submitted by parent on March 03, 2014

I called to see if I could find a time to tour the school and ask some questions. I spoke with Denise, who answered the phone, and she was lovely! After being shut down at another school because we had missed the informational sessions (which we didn't know about because we just moved to town), Denise really listened to what I was looking for, and then found a tour that would work for me at a time that would work for me (my husband and I both work). Thank you Denise for being so nice!
Submitted by parent on March 02, 2013

I was so disappointed in this school. After a week there, I withdrew my child and sent him to another Bend school. The teacher was unprofessional and instead of dealing with the bullies, it was easier to tell me my child's sensitivity was the issue. If you don't fit their upper middle white class mold, then they have no interest in you. I would not recommend sending your child there if they are at all unique, different, or quirky. They will squish your child's spirit and try to conform them into someone they are not. I felt like my child was not only being picked on by bullies, but by the teacher as well. It was a horrible experience and to this day my child is still traumatized from it.
Submitted by parent on August 30, 2012

I have two kids (and a third will start next year) who go to High Lakes and we love it. Everyone is so nice and helpful. Teachers are awesome and go out of their way to help your child. We are so happy we came here!
Submitted by parent on August 31, 2011

My child has attended High Lakes for 5 years now, and in my opinion the school is getting worse instead of better. The gossip about teachers and staff from other teachers and staff is unfathamable. I've never heard such things said about a co-worker such as I have here. They are also a very arrogant school. From parents to students. Where you stand in the community determines how you fit in at the school. Very sad for those who are less fortunate than others. They also believe in giving kids something for nothing. Instead of fundraising and kids earning their rewards, each parent is asked to donate 125 dollars per child at the school to pay for the things the fundraising events would of. Just a very sad socail enviornment for kids. Needless to say my son got an in- disrtrict transsfer and will not be attending highlakes.
Submitted by teacher on December 15, 2010

Earned Oregon's top rating, "Outstanding" on the 2009-10 Oregon Department of Education State School Report Card. Only 37% of Oregon schools earned the same rating statewide.
Submitted by parent on March 07, 2010

My husband an I work from home and can live anywhere in the US. We looked all around the country and hand picked High Lakes for our children. We moved to Oregon from another state just so our kids could attend High Lakes. The school has exceeded our expectations. The PTA is extremely active, the principal is 'hands on' and the teachers are very hard working. Classrooms are student centered. I could go on and on. KP
Submitted by student on May 23, 2008

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