Skaggs Elementary School

3201 Russell Creek Drive

School District

Plano Independent
Grade

K-5
Teacher/Student Ratio

1:11
Type

public

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Reviews

Submitted by parent on November 08, 2014

My son was enrolled at this school earlier this school year after a difficult time at previous two schools for two years. We had to leave Skaggs due to an unexpected event. But for the brief period of time while he was there, I have nothing but great things to say about Skaggs. 1. GREAT, MOTIVATED AND LOVING teachers, counselor and staff at this school. My son, to this day, still sometimes mentioned his 2nd grade teacher Alyson. She had left such a great impression and positive influence on my son! 2. MEETING ACADEMIC RIGOROUSNESS 3. EXTREMELY WELL MANAGED AND ORGANIZED it shows as soon as you walk into their front office. 4. CLASS SIZE IS APPROPRIATE no oversized class which really helps teachers and students in a very productive learning environment. 5. GREAT TAG program 6. GREAT ACADEMIC PROGRAMS. My son was academically challenged, really enjoyed the class and had a great teacher Alyson! As an educator myself for the past 11 years in Dallas, I must say this is a great school with dedicated people working for you and your child. You can't go wrong especially if you and/or your child are looking for a challenging and positive environment.
Submitted by parent on August 31, 2013

Both my kids study here and I am very happy with the school. The teachers teach in creative, out of the box ways making the learning experience fun for the kids while giving them a strong foundation. In the bigger grades, there is also an emphasis on team projects and collaborative learning, which teaches them real world skills. My kids are not in the gifted program, however the education they get is still top rated.
Submitted by parent on June 20, 2013

I think this school is just fantastic! The teachers and principals here are simply wonderful and caring, and are very involved in this school. It's very warm and welcoming to students and parents as well. I'm very fortunate to send my children to such a great school!
Submitted by parent on May 23, 2013

Skaggs is a wonderful school with a very dedicated principal, teachers, and staff. My daughter has attended Skaggs since kindergarten. I feel like she is genuinely cared for by her teachers and all staff at the school. I am very thankful to have her in such a great environment where she has established a strong educational foundation.
Submitted by parent on April 28, 2010

Skaggs is the best. My 7th grader went there and now my little one is in 1st grade. It is an awesome school. Superb teachers, Great gifted and talented program. My kids never wants to miss school. They love it. It's excellent and one of the best. No complains!!
Submitted by parent on March 24, 2010

While this school does an excellent job teaching the gifted & talented and providing additional assistance to those students 'on the bubble' (a combined total of approximately 85% of its student population), it grossly fails to appropriately educate those students who do not 'fit inside this box. Downfalls: Teaching to TAKS testing; Closed door policy for parental concerns regarding educational matters surrounding their child; Code of Silence policy enforced to control the information that is 'allowed' to be provided to parents regarding a child's 'truthful and accurate' progress; and bottom line is all parents want a :sincere' warm and inviting atmosphere to walk into with open and honest lines of communication.
Submitted by parent on March 22, 2009

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Submitted by student on October 11, 2008

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