Blackburn Elementary School

45 Blackburn Road

School District

Lumpkin County
Grade

K-5
Teacher/Student Ratio

1:13
Type

public

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Reviews

Submitted by parent on November 16, 2021

3 kids in this school currently and all of them are very happy here. I was nervous coming from a school in CO where standards were high to the foothills of Appalachia however I have been pleasantly surprised. Teachers are genuine and helpful. 2 of my kids are in advanced classes which helps. Plenty of opportunities to get involved with thier learning. I too would almost give it 5 stars and that is coming from a 10 of 10 school system.
Submitted by parent on April 30, 2021

Wonderful school! I've had two children attend 5 years or more. Unbelievable experience! My children love Blackburn!
Submitted by parent on December 15, 2020

I've had two children attend Blackburn Elem School for 5 years or more. The experience has been very rewarding for my wife and I, as well as our children. We are extremely grateful to the teachers and staff!
Submitted by parent on July 06, 2018

A zero. The school doesn’t care about certain students. They pick favorites. The superintendent won’t help out when a kid is failing.
Submitted by parent on February 01, 2018

I'd rate my experience as better than average, or almost a five star school. 5 of my 7 kids went (or still attend) this school. I would prefer less fund raising and a REAL bully policy.
Submitted by parent on November 19, 2015

Where do I start just a wonderful school for all. I have a 4th grade who is above average. So they have class for gifted and advanced students. I have two 2nd graders, one is average and the other is special needs. they have class is for both. This school is the best school for all children. my neighbor had a child last year that was failing. They meet with the school and learned that he need special classes. This year all "A" and "B" . Thanks Blackburn!!!
Submitted by parent on February 24, 2014

Blackburn is a great environment for learning. The principal is involved and has the right priorities, and the teachers actually want the kids to learn to their potential. The teachers went out of their way to accommodate my child's needs. We have been in lots of states with different approaches to learning and this is the best experience so far (4 states later). We hope to come back soon so our youngest can go to this school too! I can't give a 5 star because of the large class sizes.
Submitted by parent on April 28, 2013

This school is great - with pay cuts and huge class size (not the teacher's choice), they are still loving on our children and helping them grow to become better people. I would highly recommend this school to people moving into the area. My kindergartener is doing great and I can't wait for my other children to go through school there, too.
Submitted by parent on March 02, 2012

I can't say enough about this school. I currently have 1 child there who has been there since kindergarten and now in 4th grade. My son was there for 2 years before going to middle school. They have been welcoming and accomodating from day one! Everyone goes above and beyond!
Submitted by parent on October 26, 2011

I WISH I COULD SAY GOOD THINGS ABOUT BES but I can't they have too many kids in a class so some of the kids are getting left behind..My son was left behind from the very begining. BES is not a good place for kids!!!
Submitted by parent on May 21, 2010

The teachers at this school have been wonderful with my children (even the one that has problems focusing and staying on task). The administration has always been helpful and responsive although I have been warned not to approach the principal if she's having a bad day. The children also get music, art, and computer lab which are not offered in many larger districts. My only complaint is that there are no after school clubs, but I was told that is because all of the students are bussed. A shame though.
Submitted by parent on May 20, 2010

The faculty are all wonderful. The teachers know you and your children by name. Safety is the number one concern along with education. It makes you as a parent feel at ease knowing your child is cared for the way that they are here at Blackburn. I have been to many other schools and this is the first school that I feel that the teachers really care about our children. They take care of them like they were their own. I am proud of our school!
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