Sunset Ridge Elementary School

35707 North 33rd Lane

School District

Deer Valley Unified District
Grade

PK, K-8
Teacher/Student Ratio

1:14
Type

public

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Reviews

Submitted by parent on February 15, 2025

I enrolled my 3 children into this school for the school year of 2024-2025. My oldest couldn't go because of there being not enough room for him in his grade which was 5th grade. so, my two littles went, and they were there until February 2025. I took them out because my kids were getting bullied ALOT. My kids would not want to go to school and every time i would have to talk to the principle or teachers they would always say that my kid was reacting for no reason. My two littles were just diagnosed with Autism and now I know why my son was having such a hard time. My friend which is my oldest son's best friend's mom had told me her two boys were getting bullied a lot as well and they never wanted to go to school either. We had talked and she said she was constantly emailing and having meetings with the school and got to a point where she didn't feel like her kids were safe anymore. We both unenrolled our kids from that school and decided to put them in a different school because we didn't feel like our kids were safe in this school until the end of the school year. Since we have moved our kids to a different school, they have been so happy and wanting to go to school and there have been no complaints so far. So, I would not recommend this school because they do not take the children's feeling into consideration and they don't fix the bulling issues even after you talk to them and try to get it taken care of. They also really listen to the children they dismiss them.
Submitted by parent on November 20, 2024

My daughter was in the girl’s restroom alone when an older boy ran in and pulled his pants down, exposing his privates, to my 8 year old. The school interviewed my daughter without my knowledge in an office without the respect of even closing the door and allowing it to be a private conversation. Less than an hour after talking with her I received an arrogant call from the Vice Principal just notifying me, not reassuring me of anything moving forward. The incident happened at 12:50pm on Friday and at 10am Monday the Vice Principal again called me to tell me they were at a dead end. I met with the Principal, Vice Principal another employee of theirs. They essentially admitted to their faults in the way they handled each aspect of this investigation and couldn’t tell me one thing as a parent to feel reassured that this won’t happen again. Sunset Ridge has no interest of working outside of their minimal efforts to make our children feel safe.
Submitted by parent on September 04, 2024

My daughter, unfortunately, had to switch schools last year. We put her in online for the remaining year and this year as well. She decided she was done with online, so I enrolled her at Sunset Ridge. She was a little nervous at first, but that ended quickly though. I appreciated how the school treated her on her first day. They had two girls come to the front office to meet her and show her around. She became quick friends with the girls and they helped her around for her first day. Her teacher is amazing and keeps parents up to date. Sunset Ridge was the best decision we made.
Submitted by student on August 17, 2023

I know it says current student, but i recently left to go to a different school. Anyway, this school was an awful experience. For one, they are SO unsanitary. I have no clue on how they got their "A rated school", because it's false. Also, they do NOTHING about the constant bullying. As trans youth, I can proudly say this school did nothing to help me through the bullying, and the only people that respected my prounous + gender was my current homeroom teacher and my friends. Speaking of, there are like 3 good teachers in that WHOLE school. I went there for over 8 years and had maybe 7 fond memories. The rest were being beat up in the school bathroom, being PURPOSELY misgendered by multiple teachers, and so on. Do NOT take your kid here. There are better options in the area.
Submitted by student on July 01, 2015

I just recently promoted from Sunset Ridge, and will be going off to high school in the fall. Seeing as I have been there since kindergarten, I am really going to miss all of the kind teachers, staff, students, as well as Mrs. Byrn and Mr. Lindner. Once you're a hawk, you're always a hawk. It's time for me to spread my wings and soar, now it's time for a new generation to experience this school's greatness.
Submitted by other on May 22, 2015

I have 2 daughters at Sunset Ridge. We couldn't be happier with the teaching staff for the past 5 years. I would highly recommend to anyone considering. The PTA is amazing and put on lots of activities for all student to enjoy!
Submitted by parent on August 27, 2013

My 3 kids are new to Sunset Ridge this year. They have never switched schools before but last year had many horrible experiences and we decided it was time for a change. My kids were all so nervous since they didn't know a single person at Sunset Ridge. Well, when I picked them up on their first day they were all so happy and excited! We are now in our 3rd week and my kids are all still smiling and happy and just love this school. They have all made so many great friends already. It actually brought a tear to my eye of pure happiness when I over heard them talking to each other about their friends and how happy they are. All of my kids also absolutely love their teachers. So far, this move has all been worth it just to see my kids smiling and happy again.
Submitted by parent on August 03, 2013

My child attended this school 2012/2013 for 7th grade, and will not be returning! My child is an honor roll student who exceeds on aims testing yet the teachers do not want to place my child in appropriate classes. The teachers lack consistency and turn a blind eye to student issues like bullying. My child is rather "popular" yet still faced bullying by other students at this school. When we tried to have social issues addressed by teachers and staff they either ignored or down played the issue. The athletic "coach" lacks the basic understanding that ALL KIDS should be played and displayed a poor attitude when addressed. This school lacks diversity in all areas and my child will not be returning.
Submitted by other on July 10, 2013

I am a 7th grade student at this school and I believe it to be a great learning environment. I have read some of your comments about Sunset Ridge having bullying problems. Let me tell you that I am not very popular yet I have not been bullied once since I came to this school in 3rd grade, and I do not believe it to be a problem at this school. The teachers at this school care very much for their students and go that extra mile some teachers i have had even offer to tutor after school or during lunch to those students who need it. This school has a good excel 3-6th grade reading and math classes currently taught by Mrs.Coiro. Mrs.Coiro is an outstanding teacher I had her for reading and math for 3 years and all students agree her way of teaching really allows the students to fully understand the concept and have it stick in their head. they also (new to this year) have advanced science and social studies class for 7 and 8th grade. They also have always had advanced reading and math for 7 and 8th grade. The physical education program is wonderful especially when taught by the best P.E teachers Mrs.Lucas, Mrs.Sparts, Mr.Geiger, And, Mr.Marcus they all encourage us to achieve our best.
Submitted by parent on December 14, 2012

This school is working hard at changing the bullying problems. There is a no tolerance policy on bullying and/or harassing that they are really enforcing, especially since the new Vice Principal came on board this year. My own son has been spoken to about jokin around with friends, about not crossing the line. Also, the adminstration is teaching kids to stand up for others if they see bullying! I am glad to see them take even the smallest hint of harassment seriously. Maybe in some ways they are overracting to some situations but I see why and I support the bigger picture of the no bullying policy. Our kids should feel safe in all ways while at school to learn... and I feel that is the goal of the administration too. My opinion has changed to a more postivie view of this school! Sometimes you have to be the bad guy to make positive changes. I support the Vice Principal and her stance against bullying!
Submitted by parent on October 13, 2012

This school is phenomenal. The kids are so happy, friendly and polite, and they have a fabulous character education program. If you ever have a problem, the principal and the teachers are quick to solve it. Sunset Ridge takes every kid's differences and helps to give them the best education possible from the level that they are. If you want your child to get a top rate education from a school with caring and compassionate, well trained teachers, send them here! I really don't understand the negative comments or reviews that have been posted here. As a parent, I know that I have to become involved in my child's education and not blame the school. Yes, it is a K-8 school, but every time I've seen all of the kids on the playground in the morning, the older kids have been separated from the younger ones. The kids have smiles and are safe, so I have no idea what that review was talking about with the kids wandering around together.
Submitted by parent on May 12, 2012

When we enrolled our daughter in this school, we were warned from friends about how bad it was, and we didn't believe them. Now we do. This school was a huge mistake for our daughter. The academics were low, and the work she brought home was ridiculous. She had done more difficult assignments 3 years ago! She went from a gifted program into the regular classroom, because she had missed the gifted testing, and was never given any differentiation. The students were mean, and the teachers and administration not only allowed it, but condoned it. I have never seen such disrespectful and arrogant children in my life. We feel bad that we made our daughter suffer those few weeks at this school. I hope the school gets control. On another note, the woman in the front office was amazing! Too bad she isn't in charge of everything else.
Submitted by parent on February 09, 2012

Our children were here for two years. We recently moved to Idaho, and I just can't express enough how much we miss everyone at this school. I don't understand the reviews about people not being ihelpful as this was the exact opposite experience we encountered. We had help and support from every staff member! My children received the extra help the needed on several occasions. We needed to address a possible bullying matter and it was taken VERY seriously by the Principal. Before being too quick to judge this school, I would encourage people to get involved with the classes. Now that we are in our new place, we miss Sunset Ridge and all the staff even more. They are amazing and will continue to excel under the great leadership they have.
Submitted by parent on January 16, 2012

I had a child in this school for four days before taking her out. The school allows the kids of all ages to mingle in the morning and at lunch, so the little kids are walking around with the junior high kids, which I find very wrong (and dangerous). The classes were packed and the teacher wasn't helpful or kind. The only nice and helpful person was the lady at the front desk of the office.
Submitted by parent on January 09, 2012

This school has to be the WORST!! school I have ever seen. My daughter goes there and she gets stuff stollen out of her backpack almost daily. The princible does NOTHING, this score really needs to be updated, the kids there bully everyone and its over crowded, if you want the best fro your child DON'T!! send them here I promise you, you will make a very bad choice.
Submitted by parent on October 12, 2011

We moved here 3 yrs ago have been very happy with the school. My son has been there for 3 yrs his first teacher didnt always teach in a way I would think is best BUT she prepared him for the next grade and he learned A LOT! His teacher next year was totally different but seemed to handle the kids yet got annoyed with silly behavior that is quite normal for this age group but still taught he excelled/learned a lot. This year he has a teacher who is very different then the last 2, she is too relaxed for me but still getting the job done, kids are learning great amounts. What im trying to say here is there is more then 1 way of getting a teaching job done kids today have to learn how to deal with different teachers. I think the school is GREAT and yes it has issues we had a bullying issue last year (I stayed more on top of it then the school) but from what I hear that is common in most schools! Unfortunately parents dont discipline at home so there is only so much the school can do! I think parents have to be more involved after all we are our kids first teachers! Funny how most parents dont want to add to their own kids education! We plan on staying at sunset ridge for the duration!
Submitted by parent on May 25, 2011

My daughter is in Kindergarten at Sunset Ridge. I adore her teacher. Unfortunately, I cannot say I adore the office staff at this school. They are the most unhelpful group of people I have ever come across. I've been in that office a total of three times for various questions and need of assistance. Each and every time they helped me very reluctantly. I don't know what these women's deals are, but it's really very annoying to ask for help and get indifference and attitude. I've never once seen any of these ladies smile. Not once.
Submitted by parent on May 20, 2011

I have a child who has been in this school for the last two years. The first teacher was amazing, the bullying was a pain to handle as previous parents have commented. This year I am very disappointed in the teacher and how things have been handled in certain situations. From what I have seen there is no individual teaching, and lack of positive feedback. When my child asked the teacher for help, my child was told to ask a partner or other classmate. The way I see it, the teachers job is to teach not to pass the buck to another child. What if that child is wrong? I have had many issues with this school. From the teacher, to the bullying to the shaming of a child in the classroom.( not my child, but a classmate). My child has come home more than once with issues on the playground. Scrapped knee, punched, sand thrown into the hair and eyes or worse. My child was never sent to the nurse and ignored when telling a teacher. When a child has a bleeding knee, you would think they would be sent to the nurse to have it cleaned and bandaged. As a parent I like to think the school has my child's best interest in mind. I do not feel this way about this school.
Submitted by parent on May 20, 2011

We have had great teachers at this school. No problems. My son has gone here for 3 years and is excelling and happy. So we are happy. Parent involvement is encouraged and I think that has helped us have a good experience, too. I have gotten to know the teachers and have been very pleased with them all. You are always going to have complainers and you can't make everybody happy. There will be mean kids at every school...
Submitted by parent on May 05, 2011

I have had 4 children attend Sunset Ridge elementary. We have been there since the school first opened. I can honestly say that for the most part I have been happy with the school so far. Now I have a child there in eigth grade who has had to deal with bullying on a daily basis coming to a peak before Christmas break where she was ganged up on in the lockeroom and shoved in the hallways. She came home in tears every day. I called the school with my concerns and there was minimal action taken. My husband and I had to call daily to see what they were doing about it.. The bullying is happening again now and I am extemely frustrated that we are still facing the same problem with the same kids. I feel that there is really no discipline for the junior high kids and that they kind of just look the other way.