Rasor Elementary School

945 Hedgcoxe Road

School District

Plano Independent
Grade

K-5
Teacher/Student Ratio

1:12
Type

public

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Reviews

Submitted by parent on June 10, 2020

Rasor is a spectacular school filled with magnificent teachers and staff.
Submitted by other on May 16, 2017

Principle is good but some 1st grade teacher is quick to blame the kids. Teacher is bias to certain kids. Don't ask questions about safety or you kid will be retaliated against in the form of bad marks no matter what. I do not feel they keep kids safe. Head injuries are not reported.
Submitted by parent on August 20, 2016

Teachers in lower grades are wonderful. Teachers in 5th are not so hot. Teacher turnover was an issue. Child went k-5 and only kept the same teacher from start of school year to end twice. Principal is fantastic. Very diverse student body.
Submitted by parent on July 28, 2016

Rasor is a Great School! This is our second year there and we are very happy with noComplaints! The Principal, the teachers, and the staff are all very friendly and efficient...always willing to help. FYI, we live in apartments and my daughter is a straight A student!
Submitted by parent on July 11, 2016

My son attended Rasor in 2014 for Kindergarten. DO NOT ATTEND this school if your child has any special needs or difficulties. We had the worst year EVER at this school. First, my son had serious issues going on. This school, the principal, they wanted to chalk it up to he was just a bad kid and we were not disciplining him well enough. Second, they took him out of his special needs classes including his speech saying he didn't need it or he "tested out". He was miss treated, and bullied by HIS teacher. It took me calling Mr. Pruett and pointing out that clearly this behavior was more serious since their repeated punishments were doing nothing, to get them to go another route. Now, my son has been diagnosed with Autism along with several other disorders because after that year at rasor, i moved both my my children to Allen. Where my son was placed BACK into speech, and his special needs classes and i was told he should have never been removed! HORRIBLE SCHOOL!!!!!!
Submitted by other on August 22, 2015

Great school, friendly staff and awesome principal!!! I would definitely recommend this school to everyone!
Submitted by parent on November 05, 2014

I could not be more happier. my son is 4th year in razor now. every single year, the home class teacher was very caring one. they are really interested in improve students. my son told me many stories how some trouble kids improved dramatically. I don't involve much in my son's learning, but he is still doing great. all because the teachers tireless effort. strongly recommend this school.
Submitted by parent on August 27, 2014

This is an awesome school. This is my child's second year at the school, and we love it. The entire staff is so friendly and willing to help my child excel. Any concern brought to a teacher, art teacher, librarian, principal, or counselor was addressed, no matter how minor the concern. My child lives in an apartment, and has test scores above the chart. So whoever says theses kids are labeled as apartments kids has no idea what they are talking about. We love Rasor! Thanks Rasor staff for all you do in fostering a great learning environment and working hard with each child to ensure they are successful.
Submitted by parent on August 04, 2014

This is an excellent school. Most every teacher and staff member that is here show a genuine care for and attention to the student. My daughter absolutely loves it here. Mr. Pruitt knows her by name and many of the teachers in classes she's never been in know her as well. Her teachers have always shown care in making sure she is ahead of where the average is. I've seen a couple reviews about "Chase Oaks" and lower track and that's not even the case. We don't live in Chase Oaks and my girl is at the top of her class. Exceptional School.
Submitted by parent on January 23, 2014

Not a good school. Teachers are not engaged and they do not try to help the students. I don't recommend this school.
Submitted by parent on August 12, 2013

My kids had a great year 2013-14. My 2nd grader's scores went from below average to top of the class with the support of Ms. Cannon. My reserved 1st grader, is strong academically, but started out cautious in making friends and interacting with others. Mrs. Roseburg took each of her concerns seriously and encouraged her right out of her shell. Ms. Yates, the counselor, was there every step of the way following up as needed. After a minor incident on the school bus the Asst Principal, Dr. Brehner called me share how they would deal with the trouble-maker. The Principal, Mr. Pruitt, is so engaged with each student and activity, knows my kids' names. I commend all the staff and him for his excellent leadership. My kids scores are higher and they are actually excited about starting a new year! Great experience for me too!
Submitted by parent on July 14, 2013

If you do not live in Chase Oaks or Sunset Creek, your child will be labeled and placed in a lower education track; PISD uses a tracking system to teach their students. If your child lives in an apartment, they will placed in alternative or special education. The teachers actually call them "apartment kids". I live in Chase Oaks and I think it is amusing how these parents love to have their children coddled.
Submitted by teacher on March 14, 2013

I am a teacher at Rasor and am very involved with all of the students as well as our amazing PTA. I think the students here are getting a great education and have many opportunities to develop relationships with staff and students as well as building their own character and confidence. Our diversity is welcomed and is in accord with reality. I enjoy it here and will stay until I retire, which won't be anytime soon. For those parents that were unhappy here, I hope you find what you are looking for. For those parents trying to find a great school, come and visit!
Submitted by parent on March 14, 2013

I have been so impressed with Rasor! The principal knows the kids by name and greets them as they enter the school! This is an everyday occurence, not just once in a while. The teachers really care about their students and how well they are succeeding. After recently moving to another state, I miss the "family" of Rasor and how cared for my son felt there. The test scores continue to improve and there are many opportunities for parents to be involved in their child's education. Rasor is a great partner in educating our kids!
Submitted by parent on March 14, 2013

My kids have excelled beyond and because of their Rasor education. THe teachers are wonderful; the staff all great. Rasor is a great melting pot of kids that reflects the real world. This school has strong leadership and I am an involved parent who is proud my kids go here and of the education they are getting.
Submitted by parent on March 14, 2013

Love this school and love the staff! The school diversity is embraced and celebrated and I could not be happier with the progress my children have made! The renovations are AMAZING, the school has all the new technology and architecture in Plano ISD.
Submitted by parent on January 23, 2013

If your child has special needs don't send to this school. One of the teacher has a degree Kinesiology & Sports Studies and djs on the side. His face book page is open for anyone to see even children, and has inappropriate songs and language for all to see. Why would a educational institution hire someone like this to help our special needs children?
Submitted by parent on January 22, 2013

Rasor is the best school ever made my son loves the school the techer Ms.brooks is very nice and smart and shos good work.
Submitted by parent on December 09, 2012

We only have one child and he is in K so have no basis of comparison to other schools, but our little one likes it there and feels really comfortable at this school and that is what is important. I suppose based upon the 2012 6/10 rating, Rasor doesn't test well but our child comes home really energized about what he has learned that day and in my book that counts for a lot. The Pasar after school program is also excellent, our child sometimes is upset when we pick him up too early because he is having so much fun. It is pretty racially diverse and near apartments so you know. But, we did buy a home nearby the school and plan to keep him in Rasor for duration of elementary. Nice work Rasor staff & thanks.
Submitted by other on August 25, 2012

Terrible school. Unfriendly teachers Bad community Unhelpful staff Poor Programs I am the Secret Boi of Wisdom.