Jared Eliot School

69 Fairy Dell Road

School District

Clinton
Grade

5-8
Teacher/Student Ratio

1:9
Type

public

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Reviews

Submitted by other on August 18, 2016

Some teachers have been wonderful while others are just trudging through - the difference is very obvious. There have been grades that have been forgotten to be recorded, assignment submissions that have been lost and a lack of attention to some important issues in kids' lives. I trust my child when she tells me that the teacher forgot or missed something because I have seen her do the work... Parents have so much that they have become responsible for when they have a child in school - it seems that the students and parents are being held accountable, but the teachers are not (sometimes...and it's only a sad few lackluster teachers). Whats remarkable is that the kids know. They really do know and they do remember.
Submitted by parent on May 23, 2016

I have been very impressed with the teaching staff, besides being approachable, the teachers really care that the kids understand the material. My son never complained about going to school, I feel independence and respect for others are promoted at Elliot
Submitted by parent on March 19, 2014

I could not disagree more with the last (July 2013) parent post. My son has thrived in this school since arriving last year. I reported a bullying incident on the bus that occurred the very first week of school and it was addressed immediately by the assistant principal, who is extremely approachable and caring. The school takes bullying very seriously. My son feels challenged in every subject. His teachers have always been willing to meet with us when we have voiced concerns; they have been honest, fair and nonjudgmental. In fact, one of the English teachers has completely changed my son's historical lack of confidence and interest in reading and writing into a passion for reading and being a creative, confident writer and public speaker. I honestly cannot wait for my other, younger children to attend this school. It's by far one of the best in our school district, with so much to offer our students!
Submitted by parent on July 04, 2013

The leadership of this school is unapproachable. Their judgement is questionable at best. They fail miserably in education of the students, turn a blind eye to bullying, and refuse to deal with parents concerns in any meaningful way. My child hated this school, I would recommend any alternative to avoid this particular school and their non-responsive staff.
Submitted by parent on March 25, 2012

Jared Eliot School has been a great middle school for my 3 sons. I am extremely impressed with the quality of the teachers over the years that my children have passed through. Jared Eliot School provides a challenging curriculum and teachers who are actively involved in addressing any academic or behavioral issues that might arise. The current administration is great improvement over some in the past and they are strong leaders who make sure teachers and students get the most out of the school academically, socially and culturally.
Submitted by parent on March 14, 2011

Questionable leadership. Lack of creativity. Very few good teachers and an overwelming inability to deal with real life issuues.
Submitted by parent on April 06, 2010

The teachers we have had a very caring, but the academics are not rigorous. There is a prevalent attitude to make sure the kids have fun and really like school. That's great, really it is, but the projects that have had to do are fluffy. For example, a couple of class projects were 'cut relevant pictures from a magazine and paste them on poster board'. More recent ones include making power point presentations, which is an improvement. But, call me crazy, I'd like to see the kids be able to write an actual research paper. At least one for the year. They aren't doing enough writing. The atmosphere of the school is caring, I just wish it was a bit more rigorous.
Submitted by student on May 12, 2009

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Submitted by parent on August 23, 2008

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