Legette Blythe Elementary

12202 Hambright Road

School District

Charlotte-Mecklenburg
Grade

PK, K-5
Teacher/Student Ratio

1:14
Type

public

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Reviews

Submitted by parent on February 12, 2025

This school is by far the worst in the county. My daughter has been bullied multiple times by the same student and has even had a knife pulled out on her. This student also pushed her off the park during recess and calls her out of her name. Multiple reports have been made and NOTHING has been done to help the situation. My daughter was even told she was too "dramatic or sensitive" for going to a staff member about what's going on. The staff is negligent and selfish. She doesn't even want to get up and go to school anymore.. to the point she cries. The school lunch is atrocious to the point my daughter will not eat all day until she gets home. They do not care about your child passing and will tell them, "as long as you pass one quarter you will pass the grade". No educational benefits and mental health issues is what your child will recieve if they go here. Stay far away!
Submitted by parent on February 12, 2025

WORST elementary school you could take your kid to. My daughter gets bullied consistently and when reported to the teacher she was told she's being too dramatic or too sensitive. Another student has pulled a knife out and pushed her off the park during recess and NOTHING was done to this student. The staff disregards the needs of your child and ignores your cries for help unless you tell them you will get the police involved. It's not safe here. Take your child literally ANYWHERE else. My daughter also can't stand to eat the food there and they won't allow us to bring them any. They are selfish, negligent, and dirty. They should be reported and shut down.
Submitted by parent on March 07, 2024

Blythe use to be a nice school now teachers are rude to parents and disrespectful the food idk if it’s old or what cause my kindergartener drinks milk all the time no problem but at school he gets sick has to go to bathroom they won’t let u bring ur kids a lunch they don’t do anything about the bullies besides talk my son has been kicked repeatedly at school comes home with black legs red swollen Ect, same day kid says he going to bring gun kill my son when is enough going to be enough I know the staff wouldn’t won’t their kids treated like this so why it’s ok for rest idk it’s sad wish I could put them back online schooling
Submitted by parent on April 05, 2023

A lot of formal assessments counts as grades and not much more which is very one-sided and unfair.
Submitted by parent on December 13, 2022

I only have experience with 2 core teachers, but I am very unimpressed. Perhaps my son’s previous school set the bar too high, but my son’s teachers this year, and one in particular, are like robots. There is no student-centered, dynamic teaching. Building relationships and community is not high on their list of priorities. Grading is completely based on formal assessments, and grades are not entered on PowerSchool until it’s time for reports to go home. All I’ve heard so far are excuses and no accountability…
Submitted by parent on September 25, 2022

Principal Simpson is very active in her school and puts the students needs first. She strives to improve student learning and performance. When I had an issue with my child she was very attentive and addressed the situation. I am very happy with the school as this school strives for excellence from the top down.
Submitted by parent on November 07, 2017

So far so good! We just moved here and was hoping we zoned for Huntersville:( Hopefully it pans out
Submitted by parent on May 09, 2017

Over the years, my sons attended four different CMS elementary schools. Blythe was HANDS DOWN the BEST of the four schools. My younger son attended Blythe from 2nd-5th grade and we could not have been happier. There is so much to love about this school: the diversity, the IB inquiry-oriented curriculum, the amazing teachers, the engaging clubs, the challenging TD program, etc. My son grew intellectually, socially, and emotionally while at Blythe and made life-long friends. He's now in middle school (go JMA!) and is thriving. Moving him to Blythe was one of the best decisions we ever made!
Submitted by parent on June 18, 2016

This one of the worst schools in the CMS system. My daughter 2nd grade teacher yelled the entire year. She was very mean and lazy. My child was an accelerated student and her teacher refused to meet her needs. The principals (assistants included) are horrible. They don't know CMS grading policies Watch your child's grade from K-2, if your child is above level. The child is suppose to get a 4 but will receive a 3. If you interested in child's education do not send them to this school.
Submitted by other on June 13, 2016

I went to Blythe from Kindergarten to Second Grade. My parents weren't too excited, as they hoped we were zoned for Huntersville. The teachers are ok with the average kind one, but other than that, there are a lot of kids at the school. One good thing I guess was the fact they were able to AIG test me(which I passed) but then without even telling my parents, threw me into "Friday Friends" for the students with social issues. Apparently my mom didn't know until I told her this year (I'm going into 7th) Honestly. Only send your child here if you have too. Then you should keep looking for charter schools, and hope your child gets in. (Luckily I was saved by CCS)
Submitted by parent on February 21, 2016

This is my daughter's first year at Blythe. The school has been wonderful with communication about upcoming activities, curriculum/classroom activities, parental involvement, etc. I love the diversity at the school and the teachers are great!
Submitted by parent on June 11, 2015

Much has changed since my 9/5/14 review. It would take days to go into detail but then again it would not matter in the end. While my son has grown significantly academically, emotionally and mentally (we’re so proud of him) this year he has of course still had some behavioral related obstacles due to his disability. I must mention, his teacher was nothing but the best. Although, after learning news from the principal a week before school let out that a request was being submitted requesting that my son return back to his home school due to the fact they could not accommodate him or his needs during the following school year. It’s upsetting and saddening at the same time that he, the ‘ultimate priority’ in the situation was clearly not considered in the decision. With this being said, ‘IF’ your child has any type of behavioral issues and/or disparities that will result in additional accommodations in result to a disability, Blythe or by the looks of it no CMS school is a good fit for them. I’ve been a proactive and involved parent well before school started to avoid such instances. The counselor left me confident that my son would receive the support he needed to thrive. Only to later find her and other staff frustrated when he needed their support the most support. Many at the school thought ‘medication’ was the key to his problem, when over medicating kids is the #1 answer to many problems in this world now. It’s unfortunate that children with disabilities have to experience such obstacles/discrimination on top of what they’re already going through. People say they understand, but they truly don’t until they experience it themselves. One thing I know for sure, my son’s disability is not a crutch for him not to excel in any area of life and he will not be denied an education. So many especially in the media question why there are so many African American males failing in life. The reality is they’re being written off during their childhood years then not having parents to fight for them and their rights to grow up to be successful. Thank God my son has a village out here fighting for him. He’s already looking forward to 3rd Grade.9/5/14 Review Ive been seeking the right school for my son over the past two years, it appears the Blythe is the ONE! I m overall impressed with the school and staff, my son seems to be off to an excellent start
Submitted by parent on March 31, 2015

This is our daughter's first year at this school. We LOVE it! Her teacher, Mrs. Nguyen went out for maternity leave and she now has Ms. Fernandez. They both made sure that there was a smooth transition for the students. She comes home daily to tell us what she has learned and is excited about learning. This school not only teaches students to do well in reading, writing, math, etc.... but, also embraces the IB principles of making your child a better individual overall!
Submitted by parent on April 25, 2014

Three out of four of our children attended this great school. While maintaining the traditional values, the staff and faculty at Leggett Blythe successfully embraces diversity and perfectly incorporates cutting edge technology to assist each child in reaching their personal goals. Thank you teachers, staff members, administrators, and fellow parents. We are truly proud Blythe parents.
Submitted by other on April 17, 2014

This school is just great. My grandkids love going to school here at Blythe Elementary. This school challanges them. They have homework every night and on the weekends my 8 year old grandson ask me to write down math problems for him to do. So when hes out of school he misses it. i would give this school a 10.
Submitted by parent on April 02, 2014

Blythe is a great school for many reasons. For one, they are a truly diverse school where the uniqueness of each individual is respected. Most importantly, Blythe sets high academic expectations for ALL students and they have the best teachers who motivate the children to achieve their goals. One of the things that impresses me as well is how quiet the halls are even during crowded transition times. "Right Moves" is always encouraged and it's great to see the students following and respecting the rules. Blythe has many after school clubs and activities. So far this year, they've had AutumnFest, a Talent Show, Movie Nights, Father/Daughter Dance, Mother/Son Carnival and Spring Jam is coming up! Their Engineering Club just returned last weekend from Space Camp in Huntsville, Alabama! There are ALWAYS opportunities for parents to be involved. The Blythe PTA even has their own website! I've always told my children that you have to work hard then play hard. Blythe Elementary believes the same thing!
Submitted by parent on March 31, 2014

Our son has learning disabilities and has been in 3 different CMS schools prior to landing at Blythe Elementary School and it is safe to say the fourth time is a charm. He is thriving as much as can be expected in this school and more importantly he's accepted here with open arms from both faculty, staff and students. Highly recommend this school for any parents dealing with special needs/ learning disabilities.
Submitted by teacher on February 26, 2014

I have worked at Blythe for numerous years. I have loved this school from the beginning and still do. Our staff, administrators and principal do a great job!
Submitted by parent on December 26, 2013

Blythe is a great and up-incoming school. They have many afterschool clubs and programs for afterschool enrichment. Also, they are working to quantify progress for each student to make sure they are moving forward.
Submitted by teacher on October 01, 2013

To the last reviewer who gave a one star, you nailed this school. I do wonder where the positive reviews are coming from. I am a teacher, but not at this school. I took my child out of Blythe to teach her. To look back and remember how her teacher, the assistant principal and the principal handled my child's situation, with no care at all to the harm it was doing to her mentally and physically is beyond comprehension. If time had not been of the essence, I would have used my attorney to fight the school and their rulings;however, my child's education was far more important than wasting my time on a school who cares more about the End of School Testing and where they will fall in the ratings than the mind of a child. Even if my case would have been taken before the board and my little girl had received a proper teaching plan, do you think I would want her in a school where very few care? At one time, they had a great social worker and a school psychologist and there were some good teachers, who, unfortunately toed the line, for fear of losing their jobs during the 100 million dollar school budget cut. Blythe looks good on the exterior and that is about all I can say.