St. Raymond Elementary School

12320 Paramount Boulevard

Downey, CA 90242

7 Reviews

School District
Grade

K-8
Type

private

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Submitted by parent on December 11, 2019

You'd think a faith based school would actually produce a majority student body that is a reflection of God's love. Unfortunately, everything's about money these days no matter where you go or send your child to school. You just have to decide which battles you can deal with. Those from a public school or those from a faith based school that plays favorites to people's children who are not exactly a reflection of God's love. I tell myself it could be worse... they could be the negative stereotype Catholic School kids (which they're not at St. Raymond). But, if you're commuting into Downey from a town with other schooling options, private or charter, look into those first.
Submitted by other on August 25, 2019

This school is where i have met so many amazing kids, teachers, and just a great second family. You will never find people this respectful or thoughtful. I have found so many clubs and activities that helped me reach my full potential that i never would have found at other schools. You should definetly go or at least apply to this school to see what you are missing out
Submitted by parent on December 14, 2016

This school is one of my biggest regrets for my daughter. Most of the teachers here do not teach, pay attention to the students, and only let their favorite students get away with cheating, detentions, and demerits. That is one thing my daughter and I have noticed. Once there was a 6th grade teacher that taught, but left because she was using foul language at the 8th grade class. Overall this school can do way better.
Submitted by other on February 13, 2013

It looks as if this school is more concentrated on Fundraising as opposed to better education. For any reason, days off are extended, if bishop comes in for a visit and gives a day off, school closes down. If plumbing problem takes place, school closes down for a day. If a carnival is in process, school closes down for set-up to take place. I have been in a catholic school, based on french system, College De La Salle, and when comparing, unfortunately, St. Raymond's education and very limited resources are a joke. Even, a teacher on site said to me that they do not have enough resources to pay attention to each individual student. In addition, you'd think that improvements can be made to the school with all the fundraising activities.
Submitted by parent on November 02, 2010

St. Raymond school not only offers a good solid academic foundation but really teaches the whole child. Looking beyond just "academic" skills, St. Raymond faculty encourages students to be morally responsible & active Catholics. My daughter is a great academic foundation but more importantly, what I have tried to instill her about living as Jesus would want us to, has been echoed in the class room. The teachers all care- CARE - and pray with their students. The school has provided a wonderful "second" home to us. Yes there are maintenance issues that could be improved but that's not what is most important.
Submitted by student on November 03, 2008

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Submitted by parent on August 03, 2007

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