Rice Lake Elementary School

13755 89th Avenue North

School District

Osseo Public
Grade

PK, K-5
Teacher/Student Ratio

1:13
Type

public

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Reviews

Submitted by parent on January 16, 2025

Rice Lake Elementary used to be a very good school that I felt good about sending my children to. The two rounds of previous principals and the interim principal saw the school through a number of changes and there were the normal growing pains, but it was still a good school. Hiring the new/current principal after covid was a huge detriment to this school and I would no longer send my children there. I would even send my child to another district before sending my child to this school now under the current leadership (or lack thereof). It speaks volumes that almost all of the experienced and long-standing teachers that helped to make Rice Lake the strong school it was, left within a year of the new/current principal. While I have nothing against the principal personally, after many conversations with staff and other parents, she seems severely lacking in leadership and management skills. The principal has a very passive-aggressive style with staff and parents alike and it is very hard to get her to confront and address most problems. She seems to run the school like a click and if you get on her 'good side' and 'butter her up', you are in the in-crowd, but if you have an issue or concern that needs addressing, you are likely to be ignored. She seems to hide from problems - unwilling to meet with people, including staff, to address things. She gives the appearance of involvement, but she hides from problems. It is truly shocking just how avoidant this principal is and how much she brushes things aside and hides under a rug. My greatest complaint with what her lack of good leadership has done to the school is the safety concerns that have developed. Because of unwillingness to confront people and deal with problems, major student safety issues have developed and bullies and poorly behaved students now dominate the school. There are too many parent reports of assault to their students by 'bullies' that will not be addressed, let alone prevented. Under this principal, students no longer feel physically safe, which makes for a difficult learning environment. There is little to no accountability for disrespectful, let alone, unsafe behavior. Since the new/current principal has also caused most of the experienced teachers to leave, much of the staff is very 'green' and don't have experienced mentors for guidance. It is truly a sad situation what this school has become.
Submitted by parent on May 01, 2018

All of my children have gone to Rice Lake and continue to go to Rice Lake. During our time we have experienced nothing but positive attitude and Love from school leaders and teachers.
Submitted by parent on September 05, 2014

I open enrolled my daughters in Rice Lake last year and I must say I am truly pleased with my decision! The school has great teachers and support staff, good communication, and a wonderful PTO. The principal Mr. French is always outside to greet students and parents at drop off and pick up. My children have learned a great deal and greatly strengthen themselves in math and reading. I would strongly recommend this school for anyone who is looking to provide their children with an excellent learning environment .
Submitted by parent on September 09, 2013

Rice Lake is an amazing elementary school in Maple Grove, MN because: -Our Teachers think outside the box, and teach beyond traditional methods. -Our Principal is engaged, award winning, and forward thinking. -Our PTO is very active, involved, and intense about creatively building funds for the school. -Our Kids model Respect, Learning and Responsibility. -Our Administrators are engaged, positive, caring, and on top of all the details. -Our programs include awesome special ed, gifted ed, ESL, and more. Teachers teach to what levels each kid is at... leveled learning.
Submitted by parent on May 01, 2013

Rice Lake has been an amazing experience for my child (currently in third grade) and my second child will enter kindergarten in the fall. The teachers are not only caring and considerate, but they tirelessly and creatively challenge each and every student on his/her own level. We have had only positive experiences so far at Rice Lake. The principal, Mr. French, is approachable and willing to share information with parents. There is a very active and involved PTO. My child has made many friendships and we love our neighborhood school!
Submitted by parent on April 04, 2011

I am not yet in at your school, soon to enroll my child. i need information on when will be the start of your school year and what are the things needed for enrollment thank you very much
Submitted by parent on May 06, 2009

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