Lietz Elementary School

5300 Carter Avenue

School District

Union Elementary
Grade

K-5
Teacher/Student Ratio

1:22
Type

public

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Reviews

Submitted by parent on May 28, 2024

Very friendly knowledgeable teachers, school very good at integrating parents into the experience.
Submitted by parent on October 21, 2021

Lietz has been amazing for my special needs child.My child's teacher and principal both take a personal interest in his growth and development, as evidenced by the principal's frequent playground observations and interactions and the teacher's (nearly) daily classroom updates. My son's medical professionals have commented that Lietz has been the most engaged, caring, and professional school they've interacted with. Together, we've been able to create an environment where my child is growing emotionally and thriving academically.
Submitted by parent on May 05, 2021

My children are very happy at this school. The community is like a family and the teachers, staff and principal are great. During some of the most difficult times, they have consistently shown how much they care for the kids. You can often see the principal, Sandy all over the school, greeting students and making them feel welcome. My kids have always loved the teachers they have.
Submitted by parent on January 03, 2021

Lietz is a wonderful school with an incredibly diverse population. The teachers are some of the most dedicated I’ve experienced. The new(ish) principal does a great job of creating an environment where everyone feels included. She has shared in her parent meetings, her plans to reach underperforming students and I was very impressed with her experience and knowledge about reading. She and the rest of the staff care deeply for the students. The best part of Lietz is allowing my children to have the chance to experience diversity, both culturally and academically.
Submitted by parent on June 08, 2020

This school has great potential, yet it lacks in its leadership. We've experienced the change in leadership at Lietz, and we're surprised what differences it can make. Weak leadership has impacted on the division of the school community.
Submitted by parent on February 28, 2020

It's a good school with strong teachers and a diverse group of kids. Leadership is lacking however. You won't realize how important a good principal is until sending your kid to school (and seeing what not to do).
Submitted by parent on October 18, 2019

Both my daughter and my son have been going to Lietz since Kindergarten and they always had wonderful teachers. The community is amazing with such an positive learning spirit among teachers and parents. The students are diversed in race and socio economic status, but they all seem to get along great.For academics, ELA is great with flex program where different level students learn at different classrooms. I wish math had similar approach, but it's not. I think the math program is the only weakness in this school. Otherwise, a great nurturing place for all kids.
Submitted by parent on May 26, 2017

Love Lietz. Been a great surprise in the neighborhood. Principle Larry is awesome, as are the admin team and every teacher I've met so far.Most importantly, the kids are happy there.
Submitted by parent on December 01, 2014

I'm a parent of a first grade girl. She has been going there for kindergarten and now first. She is reading on j error own with very little assistance. She loves her school and I enjoy volunteering at the school. It has a great group of teachers. The parents all come together and volunteer and make events turn out so awesome.
Submitted by parent on April 06, 2014

Lietz is a great school. My kids are happy to go to school everyday! I have a 1st, 4th and 5th grader and they are thriving. The teachers are working hard to get every kid the attention they deserve.
Submitted by parent on December 10, 2013

We moved to the U.S two months ago. Our home school is full so we have to start the school at Lietz. My son loves Lietz even though he speaks little English. The EFL teacher and his third-grade teacher are wonderful. I don't know the magics they pull on my son but he LOVES going to school. No complaints at all. I think I will have a hard time deciding whether we should transfer him back to our home school next year!
Submitted by parent on September 26, 2013

This is my child's first year at Lietz as a Kindergartner. His teacher is great and very involved. She has fun, yet educational activities for the kids to learn from and keep thier interest. My child loves going to school everyday. The school events have been very organized and student centric. The community and the parent involvement is great. The school is good about giving many opportunities for parents to get help and get involved.
Submitted by parent on August 22, 2013

Both our 2 daughters are at Lietz now and they (so we too) love their school very much! The teachers are great, prefesional, and thoughtful.
Submitted by parent on September 19, 2012

This is my son's second year at Lietz, and I couldn't be happier with the school. The home and school club has a lot of fun events for the kids every year. The teachers are experienced and do a great job. They group the kids for reading so that they are with other kids with their reading level, instead of grouping the whole class together. My son loves the thrid and fith frade buddy program where older students are partnered up with kindergarten and first graders. They also have a school garden. I really can't say enough good things about this school.
Submitted by parent on April 04, 2012

My daugher has attended Lietz for five years now - since Kindergarden - and every year we love it more and more. The grounds are clean and safe. The teachers are amazing, and work TOGETHER - collaberating for our children and the overall well being of everyone. There is huge parent involvement, which makes a big difference. It's welcoming and fun. The kids are happy, and there are a lot of Home and School club funded enrichment programs that other schools don't have due to budget cuts - Music, Art Vistas, Choir...and more! Mr. Izor the principle is truly amazing and has a great relationship with his students and teachers. He has respect from the kids, but they aren't afraid of him - and they enjoy him! On a side note: my daughter is in a wheelchair - and we were supposed to go to Blackford, all the way across San Jose, where the "other wheelchair" kids all go! I'm so glad we are here, with our neighborhood! The teachers and fellow students and families here have all made a big difference in my daughter's life and how empowered she feels, and how liked and respected! Lietz is fabulous! You would be lucky for your child to attend this school!
Submitted by other on March 12, 2012

LEITZ IS A VERY CHILD-CENTERED SCHOOL. OUR CHILDREN LOOK FORWARD TO GOING TO SCHOOL EACH DAY.
Submitted by parent on February 23, 2012

When we were turning our kids into this school about 3 years ago, we were a bit nerves being one of the low rated schools in the Union school districts. However now we are enjoying the school. My both daughters attend this school. It s awesome place for my kids. The teachers, the principal all have been working hard with their true efforts; bring up the kids as well as the school. I should appreciate their efforts.
Submitted by other on November 10, 2011

My Granddaughter attends this school and it just seems wonderful. The teachers are great and so it the principle. The school is well maintained and safe. My granddaughter just loves it and is learning a lot.
Submitted by other on October 19, 2011

Pleased with all my observations to date since arriving from Michigan. Wife and I are grandparents to two students.