William Beye Elementary School

230 North Cuyler Avenue

School District

Oak Park Esd 97
Grade

K-5
Teacher/Student Ratio

1:9
Type

public

School Map for Oak Park Esd 97 School District

GreatSchools Rating

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Reviews

Submitted by parent on February 14, 2023

The rating of Beye School on this website (as of today, ranked 5/10 stars) seems out of whack to me. Specifically in the area of 'equity' where today's ranking is 3/10. I hope "Great Schools" takes the time to visit the schools it ranks and assesses a true equity score through observation and interviews with families and staff. We love Beye School. We're in our fourth year at the school and, even after considering a move, would never leave Beye. We applaud the staff and community for putting one another first, looking out for each other, supporting each other, and pushing each other to be their greatest selves. We feel at home here.
Submitted by parent on November 17, 2022

Very nice school and teachers has a lot of kids
Submitted by parent on June 17, 2022

Beye is one of the best things about Oak Park! Our students (now graduates) of Beye had such an incredible experience here. The teachers, administrators and students create such an amazing community. Lots of folks talk about Mann. . . until they learn about Beye!!!
Submitted by parent on April 07, 2022

I think that the teachers don't care and that my overall experience at the school has been horrible and I hope it will improve.
Submitted by parent on April 10, 2016

We feel so lucky to live in a wonderful school district, because we want our children to attend public schools. We really enjoy Beye School for many reasons. First, the teachers are educated (many if not most have master's degrees), caring, open to parent involvement and accessible. I have never had a problem getting a response or contacting the teacher or administrative staff. Also, I love that there is very little turnover among the teachers and administration. Mr. E, the principal, is very involved, accessible and invested. I believe he's been there over 20 years, which is quite an achievement for him and the school.Second, there are many, many opportunities for parent involvement, extracurricular activities for children, and volunteer opportunities.Third, it is a smaller school in comparison to some of the other schools in Oak Park, and I feel like it is easier to form a close community among other parents and children.Fourth, there are "specials", even in kindergarten. There is Spanish, Art, Music, P.E., Computer Lab, and Library. They attend these specials as a class at least once a week. Fifth, Beye takes reading very seriously and they have many supports for children who need them, while still keeping all of their reading groups inclusive.I could go on and on, obviously, about teaching staff getting regular training, focusing on STEAM concepts, and creating a culture of a growth mindset. But this is already long. Thank you for reading!
Submitted by parent on June 02, 2014

I love this school!! The teachers have worked with my child to draw her out of her shell and let her shine! The principal, Mr. E, seems to know every child and makes sure to stop and say hello every time we run into him outside of school. :)
Submitted by parent on April 19, 2012

I love this school! The teachers are great and so is the principal and other staff. My daughter is flourishing and is pushed to excel past her potential. The GTD program is great and it helps her to stay focused and gives her a challenge.