Mathews Elementary School

7533 Lynch Rd

School District

Muscogee County
Grade

PK, K-5
Teacher/Student Ratio

1:19
Type

public

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Reviews

Submitted by other on October 01, 2021

I have two children in this school. One is having an ok time and has a good teacher. My older child comes home every day complaining about how the kids bully him. We spoke with the teacher and there has been no change or engagement from the teacher in addressing the bullying. The teacher even told our kid the bullying was just a joke and they weren't trying to be hurtful. I don't want to give specifics because this school has a reputation of retribution on students with parents who rock the boat; but he was being bullied and the teacher should have taken action. Now my child is scared to even address it because the "teachers are scary".
Submitted by parent on July 28, 2020

The don’t teach they train and are very mean to biracial children.
Submitted by parent on March 03, 2020

The school is only as the leader.. If the pricipal display an unprofessional and disrespectful behavior her staff will follow her foot steps or be fearful of retaliation.
Submitted by parent on August 09, 2017

Academically the kids excel because the teachers teach to test. Sometimes students aren't given recess because the teachers are too lazy to go outside. If your child is academically delayed they will be treated different. The school during election had the kids come to school in the color that represented what candidate they were voting for. They had them outside pretending to vote. The news captured 3 students in blue and the whole school In red. I can't imagine how those three students must have felt having to justify to so many other studentd why they were voting for their candidate. Anyhow, all the staff in the office have each there back. The assistant Principal runs the school. The Principal sits in her office with a free paycheck. Test scores are great but anything outside of that you will have to teach on your own. And the school is well connected with the district so good luck with complaints.
Submitted by parent on January 10, 2016

I've been impressed with the curriculum thus far and my child is thriving with the challenges. The school itself is a somewhat older facility but its kept clean and is a safe and secure environment for the children. Drop off and pick up is ran very smooth even though it seems like its a near impossible location for this to be true. Overall, I'm happy with the activities provided to involve family throughout the year and can't really ask for more.
Submitted by parent on December 09, 2015

Unless your child is an exceptional student, this school will ignore whatever needs your child has. All that matters are state test scores and getting ready for those state test.
Submitted by parent on August 04, 2015

The school is large, many grades have four sections. Yet when I walk in, the staff knows who I am and who my children are. The staff is caring, energetic, and professional. The principal is incredible, it is one of the most sought after teaching positions in the district. The previous complaints are not fair, as they address issues with the state standards and the common core that you will see in any elementary school these days. The teachers at Mathews do not just "teach to the test," they are not just concerned with AR points, the staff care about the kids and push them to their best. Not only does the school have some of the highest test scores in the county, they know your child, they work with your child, and most importantly, they are invested in your child.
Submitted by parent on June 09, 2015

Teamwork, attention to detail, accessibility and fabulous teachers!! Sorry we have to leave !!Go Tigers!!!!
Submitted by parent on September 24, 2014

We have gone to the school from pre-K to third right now. There are some really good teachers and there are not so good teachers. If you have a child that's not a straight A students then you're not going to like Matthews. Their special ad department is horrible!!! The principle is not on board. All they care about her their test scores. Like I said there are some very good teachers but there's quite a few bad ones and the principle doesn't seem to do anything about them.
Submitted by parent on July 21, 2014

This school provides terrible learning environment. Instead of teaching kids with wisdom and patience, teachers are only focused in meeting their own goals (i.e. test scores, #of books read). There is absolutely no communication between parents and teachers. The principal is lazy and clueless as to what her role is at the school. The school spends way too much time and energy preparing for the standardized test. That's the only reason the ratings are good for this school. If you want your child to learn to live learning and be happy being a child, this isn't a school for tour family.
Submitted by parent on September 20, 2013

I love this school I just wish they would work harder to get families involved. Like have more family friendly functions.
Submitted by parent on October 28, 2012

I have two children at Mathews and so far so good. My daughter's third grade teacher was more than excellent and I wish she could have her for 4th and 5th grade as well. She was very involved, very informative, she has helped my daughter develop a love for reading. I must say I think she is the best teacher that my either of my children have had in the sense of parent/teacher involvement and me being able to personally see my children thrive from learning. I know everyone has a different ethic or style of teaching, but this teacher was more than above average. I wish both my children were challenged more this year like last year. The principal seems to be very involved and is well liked. I do wish there were more extra-curricular activities for the students like basketball, softball, band, music, art , dance, pottery etc., instead of just drama kids one day a week.
Submitted by parent on November 07, 2011

The teachers, faculty, and staff really care about each and every child. I have had a great experience with every year that my son has attended the school. He has been there since he started attending in kindergarden. Thank You everyone that works there all these years.
Submitted by parent on May 20, 2011

The teachers at this school are GREAT! Both my kids have gone to Mathews and both have loved everyone there. Parents are incouraged to be involved and PTA is always working to make the school better.