Dunleith Elementary School

120 Saine Drive Southwest

School District

Marietta City
Grade

K-5
Teacher/Student Ratio

1:12
Type

public

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Reviews

Submitted by parent on February 14, 2025

I believe that this is the best Elementary school in the Marietta school district. The teachers are extremely warm and friendly, the principal is involved and know each student by name. Miss Daniel's at the front desk always make my visits friendly, greets with a smile. I find them all amazing. Dr. McAlpin is a miracle worker. I thank her for loving my princess and taking her grades from 0 to 10.
Submitted by parent on September 20, 2024

The Teachers at this school called my ESOL and Special Ed son a disgrace to society and that he should give up on his dreams. when I say I do NOT recommend this school I mean I do NOT. If you have a special needs student do NOT bring it here. My son also received slurs and comments about his condition, KEEP YOUR STUDENT AWAY.
Submitted by parent on May 17, 2022

Dunleith is growing and helping out children to grow. The principal knows children by name. The teachers have a heart for the students and high expectations. The DLI (Dual Language Immersion) program is phenomenal. They are beginning to host events again, and we just had a great art night and movie night. For students who need additional help, they offer after-school tutoring. When parents work with their child's teacher, our school becomes a community. I've enjoyed the last 3 years at Dunleith, and I'm excited for the gains that will continue to come.
Submitted by parent on May 02, 2022

Dunleith has been a horrible experience for my children and myself. They have a high turnover rate for staff and they do little to nothing regarding bullying. The teachers yell at the students all-day. It’s insane. My children will not step foot in this school another year.
Submitted by parent on March 21, 2022

We love this school. Their communication is top notch and the principal is very involved.
Submitted by parent on March 21, 2022

Dunleith is an excellent school that works hard to teach all learners. The teachers and staff are friendly and welcoming. Whenever, I reach out with a concern it it always addressed quickly and I feel heard. I could not be happier with our school. They even have a Dual Language Immersion Program where students learn in English and Spanish. Dunleith is a gem!
Submitted by parent on September 22, 2021

I love this school! Dunleith has a very energetic staff that creates a family environment for their students. Also, Dunleith provides numerous programs, such as Dual Language Immersion, Early Intervention, and Gifted Curriculum, to offer students an alternative approach to traditional education. Combined that with an active PTA that collaborates with community partners, Dunleith Elementary delivers the environment for academic success.
Submitted by parent on February 24, 2018

This school does a poor job at putting kids/children first. I would not have my child attend this school if at all possible. They do not care about the kids.
Submitted by other on July 27, 2016

I wouldn't send my dog here let alone my child.There are better schools around please do your research.
Submitted by parent on February 03, 2016

My son began this school late due to a relocation. However, I am grateful for his teacher who consistently challenges my son to work hard and be creative. Sometimes I would drop in my sons classroom to volunteer with reading to the class and assist with the school functions. Overall, we have been pleased. I can say that its not just sending your child to school but actually becoming involved to gain a better understanding of how the classroom functions and most importantly how your child is responding. This school is also wonderfully diverse with children of different cultures and backgrounds which places the experience for my family of many cultures over the top. Thank you Dunleith Elementary for your exceptional level of greatness and especially Dr. Hurt for your leadership and great compassion.
Submitted by parent on February 05, 2015

My son started in this school late due to us relocating. He is having a great year with them and I see great improvement. I love this school and what they have to offer.
Submitted by parent on February 05, 2015

If you are a parent of a special needs child, and you want to raise your child to be a well educated, productive citizen, then this is not the school for your child. You will find yourself constantly fighting for your child's right, with no success. If you visit the school unexpectedly, the staff will get on their Walkie talkies and alert the teacher as if they have something to hide, as well as you will not feel welcomed in the class. They prefer that you give them prior notification that you are coming so they can stage it. If you send the teacher an email, you might get a response, and if you do, it will be days later. If you ask the teacher a question relating to your child's education, the teachers are allowed (by the Principal) to disrespect you, with no consequences to the teacher. The overall experience at this school has been completely stressful and unsatisfactory.
Submitted by parent on August 26, 2013

This school is steadily improving. As the parent of a special needs child, it's wonderful to see my child happy to go to school. I just wish that there was an After School Program for special needs children.
Submitted by parent on July 28, 2012

This school use to be great. My daughter had Ms.Mills which is an Excellent teacher she had my daughter reading on 3rd grade level and she was in the 1st grade. Unfortunately the have a new principal who isn't friendly. Nor do she bother to try to help parents with their concerns. At some point staff began dropping like flies and I can't help but to think this principal played an important part. When my daughter went on to the 2nd grade her reading had dropped due to them pulling kids out of the room left and right testing them trying to get the kids that had fell behind on reading level. I can't wait to move to find a better school for my child to attend.