Timber Ridge Elementary School

2825 Georgia 20

School District

Henry County
Grade

PK, K-5
Teacher/Student Ratio

1:15
Type

public

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Reviews

Submitted by parent on June 27, 2023

The school itself isn’t horrible, but the treatment from staff reminds me a lot of high school. One minute they’re supportive, the next they’re treating you like you’re beneath them. There’s also a lot of gossip/assumptions about students, parents, and their situations which makes it an uncomfortable environment.
Submitted by parent on December 21, 2018

My3rd grader is thriving both academically and in overall personal confidence.
Submitted by parent on December 17, 2018

Timber Ridge is an excellent school. I have a kindergarten student as well as a 4th grader and both have had and continue to have incredibly positive experiences.
Submitted by parent on September 27, 2018

Timber Ridge has been great for my 2 children, 1 in First the 2nd in Third grades. Being their 2nd year here, they've had excellent teachers and even those teachers in the surrounding halls have shown to be just as good too. I like the balanced approach to schoolwork, being active and the general interaction between students. It seems most everyone: students, parents, teachers and school staff are respectful and genuinely desire success all around. My only concern is that I do wish they would expound more on their gifted program and provide a greater outlet for those students more advanced. I understand that in the past, this school at one time was not one of Henry County's best and now having our new principal and the current staff, this doesn't seem to be the case. Ratings have increased dramatically from what I've seen before and heard from those familiar with the school in previous years. I believe it to be one of the best and my kids love it.
Submitted by student on November 07, 2017

This school has given me a horrible experience this year due to the failure to give me advanced work. My teacher has told me he does not know how to teach me due to my knowledge. I thought school was for learning.
Submitted by parent on September 11, 2015

The teachers at Timber Ridge have been wonderful. It's very sad to see the good ones leave because of the stressful work place created by the administration- which trickles down to the students- the students are then stressed and sad as well. So many good families have left- to private school -or other schools with open enrollment- over the last few years because it's just too much.It's a shame the county lets this continue year after year. Its pitiful that the thought is teachers are easily replaced- so if they don't keep up with the song and dance required by admin, which changes on a whim, the teachers are shamed and bullied out the door. The big picture may "look" good, but consider the details that promote culture and climate of the staff and students and it is an illusion. All the demands placed on the teachers don't come from the county and state,they are created at the school level- stressed teachers equals stressed students and parents.. this is not how school should be.
Submitted by parent on March 11, 2015

We love this school. My son who struggles with A.D.D. received stellar assistance from counselors and teachers. If I ever ran into any issues, Dr. C onsolie and the counselors were quick to come up eith solutions. My daughter had issues with being bullied on the bus. The situation was quickly diffused and they frequently check on my daughter to make sure everything is still ok. We are in the process of moving and my one requirement is that we stay in THE district.
Submitted by parent on September 19, 2014

Timber Ridge was not my first choice in Henry, and after a month of experience and speaking with other parents, it still isn't. It's an average school. It mirrors some of the problems plaguing the OTP, especially south - namely an inferiority complex and a resistance to true professionalism and diversity. The office staff is wonderful. Like at most schools, there are some wonderful teachers and administrators, and some you could do without. One particular administrator regularly shows a lack of respect toward colleagues and parents. Some parents are cooperative, sensible, friendly, and respectful, but a vocal group of others lament the changes in McDonough that are being reflected in "their" school, making simple things like lunch with your child and the car line for pick-ups unnecessarily tedious, uncomfortable, and even irritating. I have teaching and parenting experience with 5 other elementary schools in three different states and districts, and TRE ranks right in the middle. It isn't the best elementary school in Henry, and, like the county, it is reluctant to get ahead of obvious changes. Do not seek a genuine experience for your child here, but they put up a lovely facade.
Submitted by parent on April 06, 2014

TRE is a great school all of the the principal is very nice as well as the faculty. If you were looking to place your child in TRE it is a great decision!
Submitted by parent on July 14, 2011

We had a stellar year in Kindergarten; so I was expecting the same in 1st Grade. But, the teacher we got for 1st was not so great at all. My own child was called names in front of all the other students and then ridiculed to the point of tears and then another student was pulled from her class at the parent's behest because the teacher man handled the child a seated position on the floor to standing by his wrist. I am just glad this year is behind us... Here is to a much better year and fonder memories in the 2nd grade!
Submitted by parent on May 25, 2010

My daughter has been attending TimberRidge since Kindergarten and I must say that I was not that impressed at first and was not very fund of the teachers but I must say this year was probably the best year we have had. The parents are very involved and Mr. Tilt is a pretty good asst. principal. I pray for 2 more great years!