Kelly Elementary School

I have 2 kids at Kelly and couldn't be happier with the results we're getting. Both kids are reading a grade ahead of their levels and both kids are excelling in math. They even finished the required math last year. This allowed their teachers to be creative and go beyond their grade level in math near the end of the year. My kids are very excited because Kelly will be only one of two schools locally with iPads. The teachers are extremely dedicated and committed to every child's success at Kelly. We also love the community and feel like everyone is free to explore who they are and do what they love. We are very happy the staff and administration understand the value of a "whole child" and don't just teach to the test.
--Submitted by a parent

I have 2 kids at Kelly and used to love the school. As a parent, i find the teachers don't have the same interest as in the past (some are VERY good but most are average). The academic curriculum offered is below what is offered at other good schools. While there is a lot of parent participation (and the community is excellent), very few professional parents offer to teach courses (as volunteers) compared to other schools (where Mandarin, Robotics, Science, Biology is taught by volunteers). In addition to academics, sports and music offerings leave a lot to be desired. I used to be very happy with the school but not anymore. You can see the decline in the STAR testing scores and the trend continues - unfortunately. The potential is there but the school needs better direction.
--Submitted by a parent

Both my daughter's LOVE Kelly Elementary! My 13 year old who now goes to Valley Middle School attended Kelly in 2nd through 5th grade through intra-district approval. We were living near the La Costa area at the time and I compared the reviews with other elementarys. After reading and comparing the reviews, I decided that I would commute to Kelly just so that Jasmine would be at a "better school". We moved closer to Kelly almost 4 years ago but we're still not in the same school district so each year I have to fill out an intra-district form so that my youngest one can attend Kelly Elementary. They approve it each year and inform us that as long as she keeps up her grades and attends class everyday, she is more than welcome! Milani is proud to be a Kelly Cougar and i'm proud because she's proud!
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This school community is amazing - it is truly one of a kind. I have never been prouder to be a Kelly Parent then I have been over the past few months.Great strides have been made in engaging and challenging advanced learners this year, we are very happy with the changes that have been made to ensure kids are being challenged to excel. The parents, staff and principal at this school all put the children first and that shows in everything they do. Go Kelly Cougars!!
--Submitted by a parent

Kelly school was a good school for all three of my children. Keep in mind that the teachers, like at most schools, are hit and miss. There are some amazing master teachers who provided wonderful years for my children but others that made school boring and difficult for them. In the down years a parent has to be prepared to pick up the slack. Kelly has a wonderful principal who is very responsive and concerned about her students.
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My son has special needs and is very well taken care of at this school. The teachers are attentive and understanding, the nurse administers his medication daily and sings and dances with him. The other children are accepting of my son and my daughter loves her teachers and friends. My children are very happy to be at this school.
--Submitted by a parent

Kelly is a great school my daughter came form a school in Washington and was below grade level and is now right up there with all of her class mates and is enjoying it. I also have a son at Kelly that just started and is in kindergarten and is doing well he loves his teacher Mrs. Parrish and so do we. way to go Kelly.
--Submitted by a parent

I think this school is great. My child came from Oceanside & was a year behind in reading due to the diffrent teaching [at] the 2 schools. In just a little over 2 months she has gone to be an above average reader. Great job to the teachers & staff!
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I've seen this school go through many highs and lows. With staff changes and such. I think the roller coaster ride is over. The school is back on solid ground this year.
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Kelly school is a very progressive high performance school that while not perfect, delivers an incredible educational experience. I have found that my son was exceptionally ready for middle school, and my kindergartner is progressing rapidly with reading and math. A school equips students with skills necessary to go on to future grades. We as parents are held accountable for all other 'skills necessary to be successful in life'.
--Submitted by a parent