Ganns Middle Valley Elementary School

1609 Thrasher PIKE

School District

Hamilton County
Grade

PK, K-5
Teacher/Student Ratio

1:14
Type

public

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Reviews

Submitted by parent on July 09, 2022

Rude principal and teachers. Ladies that work in the office are the worst! This school acts like it’s better then anyone else. If you are middle class or lower your child will be mistreated. My baby was told she wasn’t a good kid in Kindergarten there. All she did was ask questions in a computer class cause she needed help. She said all she wanted was to learn about was the teacher was teaching. Come on if a child can’t ask questions so what if she kept on asking she wanted to know! She was trying to learn!! It’s a school they are supposed to teach!! When I called to talk to the principal about the situation she said no one told my child that and she didn’t believe it. Why would a child that has never acted out in that manner lie. She was in tears when I picked her up. She was a kindergartner at the time just a baby. Sorry guys this school is pretty and all that but the staff that works there will not help your child. We took her out the next day. She’s doing so good in her new school! Good luck if you decide to go there!
Submitted by parent on December 23, 2016

The teacher here are wonderful and really love their jobs and student. I can't say enough good things. The teachers take the time to really get to know each child and their strengths. WE have been there 2 years and I can't imagine paying for private school when this wonderful school is here. My son's reading and math has grown leaps and bounds from being at this school.
Submitted by student on June 23, 2016

Horrible school!!!!! Don't send your children there!!!!!! My child attends school here and I often go see her for lunch. I've seen the teacher yell at the children in the hallway. Children do not deserve to be spoken to the way I've heard some of the teachers talk to the kids. When I was at lunch with my daughter I saw another child drop her lunch tray. The janitor helped her pick it up and threw it away. I witnessed the girl go back thru the line to get another tray. When she went to pay she wanted ice cream that she had already paid for and had on her previous tray. The lady in the front office whom helps at lunch dug it out of the trash can and made her eat that ice cream instead of another! That's just sick! That parent would of been on ch. 4 if they were aware of the situation. Some teachers there do not wear appropriate attire. I think this should be looked at better by the principal. I can't wait till my daughter finishes 3rd grade there. After that we're moving schools. Horrible environment!!!!!!
Submitted by parent on May 26, 2016

The teachers at Ganns are wonderful! My son has been very fortunate to have teachers that really care about him.
Submitted by parent on March 30, 2016

We have two kids who came to USA from Europe without any knowledge of English. Due to ESOL program and great teacher (Wheeler, Rogers, Fields) they were able to speak very fast. They are happy to go to school.
Submitted by parent on March 10, 2016

The teachers genuinely care about the success of the students. They encourage parent involvement and have great community support. My children have had amazing teachers. It is refreshing to see so many passionate teachers in one school. I can't say enough about the reading and writing techniques my children have learned. I know they will continue to do well academically in the future because they have had an excellent foundation at Ganns Middle Valley Elementary.
Submitted by other on February 20, 2016

Had to pick up my granddaughter after my daughter in law had a wreck. I have never been put through so much and treated so badly. Even though my daughter in law called school and I was on forms that I she could be released to me. They made me jump through hoops to obtain the all important security of the piece of paper that they allowed me to write Emma name on what looks to be a child drawing. I guess with this piece of paper that anyone can duplicate this is the safety system. I'm worried.It seems to be about control I hope its a good school as far as studies but as far as thinking it is a school that is teaching kids to be polite, caring human beings I have my doubts since I know the powers that run this school don't practice any human kindness.
Submitted by parent on April 21, 2015

Ganns has been a true blessing to our children! We love the community feel of this school and could not ask for better teachers. Our children have learned so much in this school and have thrived in a setting that has very high expectations. I cannot sing the praises of this school enough to truly explain how amazing it is!
Submitted by teacher on January 12, 2015

Community school with a family feel! Great parent involvement and teachers are the best. Teachers are very caring and hardworking.
Submitted by parent on June 25, 2014

We love the family feel of the school and for the most part our child has had good experiences. The teachers we encountered are amazing. They seem to genuinely care about the children. The problem is the office staff. They are extremely rude, with the exception of the lady who sits at the first desk you see when you enter the office. She has always been very kind and helpful. My child can't wait to see her every day to give her a hug. Our child has been there several years and this past year there was a new principal. Every interaction I had with her and the rest of the office staff was unpleasant to say the least. I can speak for several parents when I say they make parents feel unwelcome and/or like they are a bother. She had some very large shoes to fill and definitely does not. I don't think we will be bringing our child back next year. The atmosphere seems to be getting worse there. It's a shame because we considered Ganns to be the hidden jewel in the county, but not any more.
Submitted by parent on April 28, 2014

My School is AWESOME!!!. Our 1st year at Ganns and my daughter has learned so much. The Teachers go way beyond just teaching!!! They interact with the children and make it interesting and fun which makes the children more interested in learning!! So Happy to be at GANNS MIDDLE VALLEY ELEM!!!
Submitted by parent on September 27, 2013

My daughter has the privilege of attending this excellent school. The only reason I give it 4 stars instead of 5 is because the school building is so run down. The Hamilton County School Board has it on their "to do" list. Ganns has excellent teachers and supporting staff. The student to teacher ratio is adequate and the extra-curricular activities that are available are great. My child is involved in Good News Club and Girl Scouts at Ganns, two of their after school programs. The school also has cross country, track, and basketball for the older grades. Overall, Ganns Middle Valley is awesome and I highly recommend it!
Submitted by parent on September 27, 2013

This is an amazing school that cares deeply about the students. The PTA and teachers work hard to make our school great. I love that our school has started looking the front doors so that we can be safer. We have an older school but am amazing staff. Our two nurses Starla and Beverly help to keep our children healthy and Mrs. Marler runs this school. Ganns is great!
Submitted by other on September 26, 2013

Ganns Middle Valley Great school, our grandchildren all go there are have gone there in the past. They have had great teachers, who seem to care about their progress in their studies, and sincerely care about the children who go to school there. They also make learning fun for the kids.
Submitted by parent on August 03, 2013

Ganns Middle Valley IS Chattanooga's best kept secret!! There is something unique about the staff here. They make time to get to know each other, which has created a bond unlike any I have seen in a school. This bond transfers to the classroom where one can see these teachers' passion and love for their students. My daughter has loved attending school here and is excited to return every year. Her teachers always have high expectations for her and know how to encourage her to do her best. The PTA is phenomenal and the new principal is going to be a SUPERB addition to the school. If you are moving to the area, I highly suggest Ganns Middle Valley! While other schools may have higher test scores, Ganns knows how to love students and is well on its way to becoming the highest performing school in the county!
Submitted by parent on July 25, 2013

THIS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL IMAGINABLE!!!! With a great faculty that treats their students like family and a staff that is kind and know how to do their jobs, this school is an epitome of a great, hard working school. All those parents in Hamilton County trying to find a better school for their elementary child, GMVE is the best elementary school in the county to choose, and all those all over the country that might be moving, you and your child are in for a great treat. All the students there learn passionately and discipline. THIS SCHOOL IS DEFINENTLY THE BEST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL EXISTING!!!!!!!!
Submitted by parent on March 14, 2013

My daughter just started at Ganns. I have nothing but praises about this school. My daughter loves her teacher so much that she says she wishes she was in our family. Is there a higher compliment? The teacher does an excellent job of challenging & giving extra help to those who need it. Parent involvement is highly encouaged. I haven't had much interaction with the principal but she seems to run a smooth sailing ship. They do a great job communicating with the parents. The PTA does so much with the school. The overall 'feel' of the school is warm and welcoming both to parents & students. I would reccommend this school to anyone.
Submitted by parent on February 01, 2013

I am shocked that people are basing the rating of a school on car pool lines and the way the children are RESPECTFULLY taught to walk down the hall. After the shooting in Sandy Hook I would think locked doors would bring comfort not ridicule. Buses have to pull into the school's front lot. Not just for unloading but to pick up vocational students and to park for field trips. Parking should never be a reason to give a school 2 stars anyway...GEEZ! If you are looking for a school where the teachers works together to encourage children to be independent, forward thinkers then PLEASE disregard the petty comments and take it from a Mom that has witnessed the same consistency in teaching under two different principals. Both of my children left Kindergarten reading and this school really encourages reading. I have also witnessed an instance of bullying that was handled very appropriately. In 2011-12 the front desk girl wasn't the most pleasant person but she has been replaced with a delightful woman that is always helpful and kind. The PTA is great and they welcome and encourage all volunteers. GMVE consistently puts up great performance scores so rest assured you are in excellent hands!