Ballast Point Elementary School

This school may be good if your child fits in with the average student; however, if you have a child that requires a different educational approach or additional accomdations to be able to learn, working with this school is a total nightmare. It's so unfair to the child.
--Submitted by a parent

Ballast Point Elementary has a great faculty and staff. The principal's leadership is strong, and there are great relationships with the community. The school has consistently improved the quality of its education and has had an A rating for almost a decade! My children love it. On top of it, it is a historic school with a great learning environment.
--Submitted by a parent

Ballast Point Elementary is an outstanding School with amazing teachers and support staff. Everyone there takes pride in the school and our community and It has been a great overall experience for my daughter and I. We look forward to the fifth grade!!
--Submitted by a parent

I have twin boys who attend the autism program in this school. They are 5 now and this is their third school, and it is the best school they have ever been in. Combined with private therapies, they are thriving, growing and doing exceptionally well. It is hard to get therapies in this school district, but this school, teachers and IEP team do all they can to get your child what they need. I am recognized and greeted every time I walk in, and the teachers meet with me whenever I ask. Their teacher has become a family friend. I would definitely recommend this school, especially if you have a special needs child of any type. Mrs. Frick is the principal now and she is great. She will personally walk my son to his class just because he wants her to anytime he asks.
--Submitted by a parent

this is the most warm and friendly school I have ever enrolled my children in. from principal, to teachers, librarians, nurses,secretaries,guidance...all of the staff are so nice and non-judgemental.they have one agenda and that is the education and the safety of the children who go there.kudos to you Ballast Point ...and sadly farewell.
--Submitted by a parent

it is a very nice school I have 2 kids in the school and their teachers are the best teachers my kids ever had.
--Submitted by a parent

I love this school. I often call it the private school without the tuition. I no longer live in the neighborhood but I drive the extra 25 minutes each morning to take my children. The teachers and staff are wonderful. I really have not been disappointed at all by this school. If you can get special permission for your child to attend it is well worth it.
--Submitted by a parent

We loe Ballast Point and would highly recommend it. The small class sizes are wonderful in these days of overcrowding. The staff is motivated and happy. The air is filled with positive attitude. Mrs. Cunningham, principal, is extremely supportive of her staff, and it shows in their dedication to the students. Parent involvement is high, and encouraged by the staff. The PTA is great, too. Can't say enough about the wonderful education my child is getting. Would love to see some after school clubs or activities.
--Submitted by a parent

I absolutely love this school! The faculty and staff all work together so well and are always willing to lend a helping hand. The principal offers an overwhelming amount of support to the teachers and goes above and beyond to make accomodations for teachers, parents and students. I am so happy with Ballast Point!
--Submitted by a teacher

Excellent programs ranging from ESL to Gifted. The program for Autistic children is wonderful. The teachers truly care about the students and offers great motivation and rewards for good citizenship, grades, & attendance!
--Submitted by a parent