Cactus Valley Elementary School

222 Grand Avenue

School District

Garfield Re-2
Grade

PK, K-5
Teacher/Student Ratio

1:14
Type

public

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Reviews

Submitted by parent on November 10, 2018

If I could rate it a 0 I would. Beware. If you care about your kids, their educational needs and either teach them to advocate for themselves or you do it for them, you will be outcast by the administration. It's very sad some of the levels this school has stooped to with some of us families and our children, forcing us no choice but to take our kids elsewhere.Between the poor teachers they employ there, and the mistreatment of parents who want to help the school and their kids, I recommend looking into other schools nearby that have a better understanding of how an elementary school should be for students and parents.
Submitted by parent on August 29, 2017

Every faculty, teacher, and staff member are helpful to the students and parents. Best PTA and team!
Submitted by parent on November 26, 2013

I wrote the last comment and it was directed to Highland ooops wrong school. I simply can't figure out how to remove last comment.
Submitted by parent on March 02, 2012

I think that this school is fantastic. The teachers that I've had interactions with are very kind and believe in helping every child learn the best way they can. I've volunteered in the classroom and am impressed with the curriculum and learning labs. I feel like the entire day is spent effectively and productively.
Submitted by parent on September 26, 2011

This school is a joke. My brothers son just happens to be in the same class this year as my son. This past week my son had an ear infection and a cold so I kept him home for a few days.On friday.my sister in law went in to the school to have a meeting about her son and the whole meeting they talked about my son because they said they couldnt get ahold of me to set up a meeting. I checked my phone messages and they called once that morning. I dont ever recall signing any paper when I registered him saying it was ok to have meetings with other parents concerning my son. Then the same day they let him leave the school with them without my permission instead of taking the bus. I am angry this has happened. I could see if they called a couple times or sent a letter home with him or mailed a letter and I never responded that this might happen but they called once.. They also punnish him for times he has been late we live miles away from the school how can he be held responsible for something he has no control of so they punnish him for my mistakes. Same goes if he's late because of a Doctor appointment.
Submitted by other on September 22, 2011

Your office needs some T.L.C. sounds like to me..For you to jump who little girl should be enjoying her first year school unreal..Past due means to pay your bill current means no worries..Maddy needs a change of last name so she can get her first year of school free..My tax dollars pay enough to cover her..Miss Cox you need to treat people how you would like to be treated..Use good public relations if not take year of college right way how to treat public...
Submitted by parent on May 26, 2010

great teachers, great programs, work with parents and make kids feel important. this school should be an example on how to make the education experience relatable for everyone..never felt that anything but the best was wanted for the kids..
Submitted by parent on April 22, 2010

Awesome school and teachers. From the principal to the custodian everyone cares about the kids. Very friendly atmosphere, everybody knows everybody.
Submitted by parent on February 21, 2007

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