Schaffner Elementary School

2701 Crums Lane

School District

Jefferson County
Grade

K-5
Teacher/Student Ratio

1:19
Type

public

GreatSchools Rating

The school rating calculation is based on four ratings: the Student Progress Rating or Academic Progress Rating, College Readiness Rating, Equity Rating, and Test Score Rating each designed to show different facets of school success. Learn more about GreatSchools Ratings

Reviews

Submitted by other on September 01, 2021

I went to this school 1-5 grade and now I am in 8th grade. This was the best school ever. made a lot of friends here i still talk to now. Quality education.
Submitted by parent on October 31, 2017

My daughter switched to this school from a regular public school because of bullies at her last school. We love this school so far!
Submitted by parent on August 17, 2017

My child is now in 5th grade. I feel like he is so prepared for college and beyond! We miss Mr. Poore and his quiet concern and organization. It was like having the best dad watching over the whole community. But we feel sure the new principal will do a great job too.
Submitted by parent on April 20, 2017

Academically, this school is top notch!!!!!! Personally, I think Mr. Poore could smile a bit more. :)
Submitted by parent on January 21, 2015

I must say that Schaffner definitely provides a quality education and challenges my daughter, who is now in the 5th grade. Every teacher she has had truly cares and takes a personal interest in her success. She started in 4th grade and the difference from other public schools is so obvious. I feel like my daughter is getting a private school education for free. Very high quality school!
Submitted by parent on August 02, 2014

Schaffer is more focused on the child than any school I've ever known. Even though it is a traditional school, they use technology and media to teach. The principal is so caring and kind. Both of my children have felt respected and inspired by him.
Submitted by parent on August 21, 2013

I absolutley love this school. Both my kids go and its everything a parent could ask for out of a school.
Submitted by parent on November 19, 2012

We have been very happy so far with Schaffner and just submitted an application for our second child to attend!
Submitted by teacher on October 04, 2011

Schaffner students, parents & staff are by far the best. The staff cares and the parents are involved!
Submitted by parent on April 18, 2011

I just happened upon this , and after readng about Shaffner Elementary, I just had to share this with everyone. My daughter, who is now 20 yrs. old, was a student at Shaffner. I can't tell you how lucky, an greatful I am that she was able to go to suh a fine, ine school. Shaffner and the staff, are directly responsible for instilling a work ethic in her, as well as gtting her ready for the next step........every year. She spent all her elementary yrs. , then went to Butler HS. , which is also a Traditional school. There isn't anything I can say to you,to explain how much of a mistake t would've been to pass up the chance for your child to go to such a great school. I wouldn't care if I had to drive my child across town every morning and afternoon, it would be greatly worth every bit of it, in the long run. You simply can't put a monitary value on what being accepted to Schaffner Elem. is worth. The qauility of education at Schaffner, just can't be equaled. Everyone, who has ever had a cild there can atest. My daughter, will graduate college next month, and it all started for her,at Schaffner Elementary ,....and I can't thank them enough.....20 yrs. later ! "SCHAFFNER ROCKS" !
Submitted by parent on March 28, 2011

My daughter is in kindergarten at Schaffner and I couldn't be more impressed with the school.I had heard nothing but great things about the school and wanted my child to attend and luckily she was selected.It truly was like hitting the lottery when we got the letter stating she would attend Schaffner.Now that her first year is wrapping up at Schaffner she is currently doing what 1st and 2nd graders are doing at other schools.Before the start of Kindergarten the principal had a meeting with all the Kindergartener s parents and explained what he expected from both the students and parents.If you are not involved with your child s education your child won't be at Schaffner very long.If your child doesn t behave and isn't ready to work hard your child won't be at Schaffner very long.I wish all schools could have the leverage that traditional schools have but sadly they don't and they have to put up with all the BS that the traditional schools don't.If your one of the great teachers, where would you want to teach?Would you go to a school where you had to put up with parents not being involved and repeated disruptive behavior?I know I would choose the traditional route.Go DOLPHINS!
Submitted by parent on September 23, 2010

My son attends Schaffner & it is by far the best school. If I moved to another state, I would drive my child to Schaffner everyday so that he could still attend. My son struggled a bit in kindergarden and his teacher was exceptional in getting him the help he needed to succeed, now he excels in all areas. I highly recommend this school.