Crissman Elementary School

53550 Wolf Drive

School District

Utica Community Schools
Grade

PK, K-6
Teacher/Student Ratio

1:18
Type

public

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Reviews

Submitted by parent on May 09, 2024

DONT send your kids to this school the experience my child has had is heart breaking we will never be returning
Submitted by parent on April 08, 2024

Granddaughter attends and loves her teacher. English is not her first language but she quickly learned and is reading 2 levels above her grade level. Good communication from teacher to parents.
Submitted by parent on September 14, 2021

If you want to staff that will do the absolute bare minimum required by the state to protect your children this is the school for you. The staff is happy because they pocketed the money they got for Covid relief instead of using it for students. Also huge segregation problem as it’s near a weekly klan rally every Sunday
Submitted by parent on October 27, 2020

We moved schooled based on our experience here.
Submitted by parent on March 26, 2019

We have been at Crissman for almost 6 years and have loved our experience! There is a great group of faculty, staff and students that make up Crissman.
Submitted by other on February 26, 2017

Crissman has a difficult time controlling it's Bullying problems and issues. My child has endured too much of it over the last 3 years. What is going on is a direct result of poor parenting and lack of awareness brought to the school. There is a sweep it under the rug mentality instead of dealing with the issue. A Dog and pony show at best. I cannot believe that racism is still being groomed into children and the school has admitted to not knowing how to handle it as they really only care to appeal to the "upper class" . This brings embarrassment to the whole district, which happens to be the 2nd largest district in the state.
Submitted by parent on April 13, 2015

This school is unwelcoming to those of color. I think they're hope is to decrease their minority count as much as possible in order to appeal to the upper class parents of children attending. Many of the teachers single out children of color and are unfair. People will look at you differently, while silently judging your every move. Dealing with this school has been uncomfortable in a number of ways.
Submitted by parent on November 30, 2014

Great teachers and a great community! My son especially loves the technology that he is able to use, like Discovery Education.
Submitted by parent on November 25, 2014

My children have been attending Crissman for the past 6 years, and our experience has always been extremely positive. The teachers and principal really seem to care about the students, and go above a beyond in every way. My children have always loved coming to school because of the wonderful staff and welcoming atmosphere.
Submitted by parent on November 21, 2014

I wrote this review once before and it didn't upload, so I thought I'd do it again. I LOVE Crissman. My children have been going to Crissman for the past 6 years, and I've only ever had wonderful experiences with the teachers and students. Everyone works really hard to make sure each child's needs are met, and that there is a safe and welcoming environment to learn. My oldest is now in Malow and is taking Advanced Math, Advanced Science and Accelerated Social Studies. It's because of the outstanding education he received at Crissman! Keep it up.
Submitted by parent on November 21, 2014

I am so glad my children attend Crissman. My oldest is now a sixth grade student. My children have had wonderful experiences with all the teachers, administration, and other staff. The teachers differentiate the lessons to meet all the students' needs. My children feel safe and happy at school. I am proud to be a Crissman parent!
Submitted by parent on November 14, 2014

My son has been going to this school for 3years, his first year of attendance there was great, he had a very nice and very helpful teacher. These other three are the worst teacher he had, very rude and don't seem to know what they're doing, don't care about the students, I think they're just there for the money. So parents think twice before you bring your kids to attend school here, because believe me they are the worst everrr!!!
Submitted by parent on October 04, 2013

I have had 4 children attend Crissman Elementary and I can honestly say I have been nothing short of impressed. Sure, there a a few mediocre teachers, but realistically that occurs in all professions and work places. Class size was large in recent years primarily due to state funding; however, this past year, teaching staff was added to two grades where the ratios were high. But as a whole, everyone is very caring and the school is run effectively. The teachers honestly care about your children and treat them like people as well as students (it is not just a job to them). Any issues that came up with my children were dealt with quickly and effectively by teaching staff. The leadership and teaching staff are committed to a "parent partnership" and I am often overwhelmed with the amount of parent involvement that takes place at this school. There are numerous events where almost every parent attends. I have had two major interactions regarding my children with the principal, Ms. Fiema. Both times, my concerns were handled appropriately and the problems were solved. I highly recommend this school.
Submitted by parent on April 30, 2013

There is so much to say about the horrific years my child has had here. Everyone I have dealt with at Crissman, from the teachers, to the principal, to the PTO, to the office staff, to the SACC teacher seems to be bothered if you dare ask a question, except for Rose (not Rosemary) in the office. There is a serious bullying problem at Crissman, and the principal does not handle these situations properly. She is definitely the kind to sweep it under the rug instead of dealing with it at the time. The teachers are all women, save for one man. If your child is a boy, watch out! There will be no understanding of the vast differences between boys and girls in the classroom. As punishment, you will see that recess is regularly taken away and then your child gets blamed for having too much energy. I ve actually had a teacher tell me, I didn t have time to deal with that because I had a lesson and 33 other children to teach. Please do your homework. There are several other schools in the area (Duncan, Beacon Tree, Beck) that would be happy to take your child and provide a safe and comfortable learning environment. I m just happy we made it out and will now be on to Malow next year.