Magnolia Elementary School

1905 Magnolia Avenue

Carlsbad, CA 92008

School District

Carlsbad Unified
Grade

K-5
Teacher/Student Ratio

1:22
Type

public

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Reviews

Submitted by parent on August 31, 2023

My child has gone to this school for 4 years now. She has had the best possible experience with kind, supportive teachers, great peers, and a supportive, enthusiastic principal. The culture at this school is so positive and has kept my child engaged and happy throughout the years. I love that the principal personally greets each child every morning while playing uplifting music for the students to start their day feeling excited and valued. We are so grateful!
Submitted by other on August 02, 2023

One of the teachers, which 2 of my siblings have had, refuses to listen to a problem if there is an argument between students. At one point she had covered her ears and sang "La la la" mockingly to show her annoyance when a child tried to talk to her. She has now created a "Tattle-tale jar" in which she explained if you have a desire to "tattle" on another student do not come to her, but instead write your complaint on a piece of paper and put it in the jar. The complaints in the jar never get dealt with or further mentioned. This is upsetting because it teaches children that if one is having an issue to not reach out to an adult, as it is "tattling", not seeking help.
Submitted by parent on April 26, 2023

My kids enjoy the school, and you can tell the teachers put in a lot of effort teaching the kids.
Submitted by parent on October 19, 2021

We absolutely love this school and the school spirit. The community is amazing and teachers are the best. I’ve watched my son advance in so many ways! He was behind in almost everything and the teachers got him to become a success story. He is now top of the class across the board.
Submitted by parent on November 11, 2019

This school is over crowded and kids are shuffled between activities in a school that is much too small. Its a stressful environment for both students and staff. The school is run down and dated and no funds have been slated for improving the classrooms or giving students access to technology. Their disciplinary actions are all over the place, and its clear they don't have proper staff in place to handle the amount of students that they have.
Submitted by parent on August 12, 2019

We had high hopes but will be leaving the school ASAP.
Submitted by parent on August 20, 2018

Great Experience. The parents, staff and teachers are top notch.
Submitted by parent on February 03, 2018

The absolute worst. I wouldn’t send any child here. We are removing our child from this shithole immediately.
Submitted by parent on January 20, 2018

I would give it a 3/10. The people and teachers are fake. Kindergarten is only 3 hours with the hours being convienent for stay at home mothers. Don't expect a helpful staff. They are attempting to better their school, but it is in desperate need of upgrades.
Submitted by parent on September 24, 2013

We moved to this area because of the schools. When my daughter started we went through a few different principles in the first few years. A little rough! Then along came Mr. Hines a past teacher from a sister school. He has changed our school in every way. It is now the best school and a very pleasant school to be at. He knows all the kids and greets them as they get to school. He is still with us and hope he stays. Couldn't ask for a better principal and a better school!!
Submitted by parent on September 23, 2013

Magnolia is a fantastic small school in the heart of Old Carlsbad! We have experienced teachers, involved parents, and many extra enriching educational programs such as Art, PE, Garden, Science Day and many more that our parents support. Under Mr. Hines' phenomenal leadership our little school has made leaps and bounds. Only greater things to come in this school's future.
Submitted by parent on January 25, 2013

My daughter is currently half way through her kindergarten year! She has been so excited to go to school everyday and is always disappointed when it isn't a school day... As a teacher (in another district), I have been very impressed with all the technology that the students and staff members have access to, how many "extras" they squeeze in every week (art, music, PE, etc.), and the wonderful community feel that the school has! We have been very happy with our daughter's first elementary school experience and can't wait for our younger daughters to join her!
Submitted by parent on May 21, 2012

We love Magnolia! My son has been at this school for two years now and I have nothing but great things to say. The teachers are great! The academics are strong and the principal is a strong leader. The school is small and has a strong community feel. I'm very happy we have this great school in our neighborhood.