Coyote Ridge Elementary School

1751 Morningstar Drive

School District

Dry Creek Joint Elementary
Grade

K-5
Teacher/Student Ratio

1:19
Type

public

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Reviews

Submitted by parent on October 23, 2023

The careless and low safety level - is my main question. Nobody seems to be interested in answering my questions almost more than for two weeks. I'm looking forward to transferring our kid to another school. There is no appropriate supervision here.
Submitted by parent on April 08, 2019

My kids learned a lot from their teacher and classmates. They actually enjoyed school and the afternoon program. They felt like they belonged there.
Submitted by parent on March 23, 2018

Overall great experience at this school. We have one child finishing up here and he’s loved his experience! One child who will be entering third and one who will enter Kinder and we are very happy with the progress our older children have made thus far!
Submitted by parent on January 21, 2018

Amazing school, wonderful teachers, great PTA and overall a terrific place!
Submitted by parent on July 31, 2017

I absolutely love this school. My kids have enjoyed every teacher. They go above and beyond to make every student feel special.
Submitted by parent on July 30, 2017

I have had nothing but positive experiences at Coyote Ridge. The teachers are great and really seem to connect with the students. There are lots of activities going on and lots of things to make school not only educational, but fun as well. My children have loved Coyote Ridge.
Submitted by parent on May 19, 2017

My son and daughter have both had engaging teachers and learned a lot. This is an organized school and a safe, clean campus. Parents are welcomed to volunteer and there is a strong PTA. I really appreciate the "hello" from the principal and that she remembers my name with over 900 students at the school.
Submitted by parent on May 14, 2017

Excellent teachers and staff. Teachers are very attentive to each child's needs. They listen and work together with families.
Submitted by parent on May 11, 2017

After spending the end of summer searching and observing kindergarten classrooms, this school beat all others by far. Great staff, Amazing teachers who go above and beyond for your child.
Submitted by other on May 08, 2016

My daughter is finishing her third year at Coyote Ridge and has loved every minute. I am a teacher (in a different district) as well as a mom, and with both perspectives I approve of this school very much. Teachers have high expectations for academics and behavior. Lots of opportunities for kids and parents to become involved and be a part of this thriving community. Keep up the great work, Coyotes!
Submitted by other on April 01, 2016

My son is wrapping up his TK year, and I have to say this school is absolutely amazing! From the staff to the parent evolvement! Talk about a close knit community. This is an amazing place to let your children grow in.
Submitted by parent on March 14, 2016

We have been at Coyote Ridge the last 2 years and it has been wonderful. Our daughter is thriving in this school. The teachers have been so understanding and compassionate, and truly care about their student's safety and success. The principal, Julie Hermann, is fantastic! I always see her having positive interactions with all the kids before and after school. They all seem to love her, and for good reason! Fabulous school!
Submitted by parent on May 16, 2014

This is a great school with a lot of good staff. The principal is very understanding and really takes time to get to know the families and help kids that need a little extra attention.
Submitted by parent on January 02, 2014

My kids have only had the best teachers here. The new principal is great. The only complaint that I have is if your child is advanced in one subject, there isn't really an opportunity for him/her to advance at his/her own pace (unless they are in gate). There is a lot of parent involvement at the school and the PTA tries really hard to do cool things.
Submitted by other on September 20, 2013

Coyote Ridge Elementary has a loving, caring staff that are very approachable and protective of their students. The staff ...Office, Teacher's, Principal, and Supervisor's seem to be taught the same techniques, as I have been in K -5th grades all the teachers use a positive, cute and effective way off communication with the children. I love it! I have been to several schools and so have my children, they were not as good as Coyote Ridge. Coyote Ridge uses a Loving, Positive and Logical way to teach children. I feel blessed to have my Grand children at Coyote Ridge.
Submitted by parent on September 15, 2013

My daughter loved kindergarten. She had one of the best teachers in Mrs Moore. The staff is very helpful and friendly.
Submitted by parent on August 12, 2013

This school is big, but has great teachers and staff who care about the students. There are a handful of parents who are involved and make many special events happen for the kids.
Submitted by parent on August 02, 2013

My daughter has been in the school for two years and so far her teachers have been great. The principal is also approachable and so is the office staff.
Submitted by parent on June 08, 2013

While the school is above average for the state, it's below average for West Roseville. My son attended this school for fifth grade and the teacher he had was awful. She communicated terribly, to both parents and students. She was unhelpful in regards to homework, test questions, or anything else we had questions about. She was, as others have observed, aloof and uncaring. That aside, the quality of students (and parents) pales in comparison to Quail Glenn. It's evident that this school serves the nearby large low-income apartment complex. One of the big pluses, okay the only plus, is that the parent involvement with the school is high. There are class parents, parents assisting with field trips, parents leading "walk to school" days, etc.
Submitted by other on August 05, 2012

I was transferred here in fifth grade and let me tell you, it was the worst school year of my life. I was so glad to finally get out. Almost all the kids were rude and self-centered, its hard to find real friends. It's hard to fit in when everyone is going around thinking they are the best. As for the school itself, it seemed that they only cared about their image and not the students. Most teachers, supervisors, and the principal were kind of faking their way through the year and not caring to really connect with the students. Also, their rules are really strict, esp. At recess. I remember that I bought this X-large pencil at the bookfair during lunch, and as I was racing to catch up with the lunch line, a supervisor yelled NO RUNNING WITH A PENCIL. Even though there was no one nearby as I ran, and it was doubtful I would hurt myself. This school wants good, obedient students that will become another brick in the wall of society. Rarely allows creativity, or freedom. The only part I really enjoyed was the art projects, which was done by volunteered parents and not the school itself. Then again, perhaps it was just my bad timing of transferring to the school...