Alfred E. Upton Elementary School

4400 Mandalay Avenue

School District

Royal Oak Schools
Grade

K-5
Teacher/Student Ratio

1:13
Type

public

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Reviews

Submitted by parent on March 13, 2019

This school is a community in itself. I've been through multiple school districts and never seen a school that is so inclusive, friendly, and so dedicated to its kids.
Submitted by parent on February 24, 2018

Excellent, 3 generations in my family have attended Upton, all having great experiences. The teachers are very progressive in their approach, using innovative tools to reach every child. I like the energy there and the family feel.
Submitted by parent on May 01, 2016

This is our first year at Upton. We have a Kindergarten student. We have been very impressed with the principal and our son's teacher. The entire team at Upton is committed to providing the best education possible for each student. Communication is excellent. My son, who didn't have the best pre school experience, LOVES going to school everyday. We appreciate the diversity at Upton too!
Submitted by parent on February 23, 2016

Amazing teachers and principal! Strong curriculum. My husband and I are very pleased and my daughter is excelling there...and she loves it too!
Submitted by parent on February 06, 2015

Great school. My kids (5th grade and 2nd grade) are excelling here! Great teachers and principal!
Submitted by parent on February 04, 2015

Upton is a fantastic school! They have high expectations for the students, and help them work to meet/exceed them. The staff works well together, under the leadership of Mr. Grzywack. I highly recommend this school.
Submitted by parent on January 12, 2015

This is a great school. Great teaching staff. Super place for your children to attend.
Submitted by parent on September 03, 2014

My son started Kindergarten this year. I love how the school made the transition easier for the parents and students. We had a Kindergarten Orientation and then a Meet and Greet with his classmates. It was nice that he got familiar with his classmates and his surroundings before throwing him in to the Lions Den. Other schools we were looking at didn't do too much to accommodate the incoming Kindergartner's or parents to make the transition easier.
Submitted by parent on October 25, 2013

My Daughter Loves Upton and tells me so........ I have talked with people who moved from Upton and they miss the extra activities for the students and parents. As a parent I am grateful that my child is so happy at this school!
Submitted by parent on April 12, 2013

This is not the place to send a child that does well academically. They'll likely get pulled down to the lowest common denominator which is where the teachers are forced to spend their time. The kids doing well or even above the average are not given attention as the out of district or newly moved in from a nearby district kids bring down the whole school.