Boone Elementary School

Public | PK-8 | 1074 students |  

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6710 N Washtenaw Ave

Chicago, IL 60645

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Boone Elementary School, located in Chicago, Illinois, serves grades PK-8 in the Chicago Public Schools district. Based on its state test results, it has received a GreatSchools Rating of 4 out of 10.

This school has an average Community Rating of 3 out of 5 stars, based on reviews from 22 school community members.

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Posted on Oct 9, 2011
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I am a parent of a current Boone school student and my son graduated from there almost fiver years ago. I have been very happy with Boone school for my 12 years of involvement there. I have not found the teachers lazy - on the contrary I have found them to be extremely good overall and very hardworking. The most recent comments are so vague and uninformed. What exactly happened to make you make that accusation that the teachers are lazy? How long have your children been attending Boone? Have you ever volunteered? Are you aware that regular public schools like Boone have to accept whatever child lives in the neighborhood that comes to the school? So that means there will be kids there who are the products of whatever home environment in which they have been brought up. Do you go to the school during the day to observe? Have you ever asked if they need help? Or, are you one of those parents who drops her kids off and expects the school to take care of the rest? You sound like complainers and not people who actually find out what is really happening. So easy for you! And lazy! By the way, school lunches are dictated by the District not the school.
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Posted on Oct 6, 2011
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THIS SCHOOL IS HORRIBLE! To be honest, it USE To be a very good school! I don't know what happend, but from my experience; There is Fights ALMOST EVERY WEEK! The food looks uttertly disgusting, the staff are rude! The teachers there, are lazy! With the staff and everything, they don't even do anything to prevent the fights! Horrible horrible school. I'm very glad this is my last year! I MOST CERTAINLY NOT RECOMMEND THIS SCHOOL.

Posted on Oct 16, 2009
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The staff needs to be trained on how to respect the parents. There need to be better teachers who know what they are doing. Better communication between parents and teachers. So much more to say but don't have the time. This school really needs to be revamp
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Posted on Mar 29, 2009
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Don't like. I feel that the school can do a much better job if it wasn't overcrowded, better programs, new staff, cleaner bathrooms, classrooms. New and better after-school programs
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Posted on Sep 15, 2008
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My daughter just started kindergarten and I am very satisfied with the school. It's a very diverse school and I see this as an advantage. She has a great teacher and the administrative staff was very helpful and supportive so far. The after school program is great. I would definitely recommend this school.
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Posted on Aug 27, 2008
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I love this school! Everybody here is so nice! If you where a student here, you wouldn't complain! The kids here are so outgoing! My son just loves it! My daughter is starting to make friends as well, and she is a shy girl! Boone is amazing!
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Posted on Dec 3, 2007
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I am a parent of a student of Boone School I think that Boone is a wonderful school and a great place to learn. All organizations have their issues and I don't believe in sitting back and complaining. If you are not happy with anything at Boone then get involved and try to make a difference. Boone has wonderful teachers and the case managers are some of the best in their field. The diversity at Boone is amazing! I have been very happy with my child's education. I am very involved with the school and will continue to try to help out whenever possible. Do not just sit back and complain, volunteer!
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Posted on Dec 2, 2007
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I am a staff member at Boone and the need for change in the way we do things is apparent. It will not happen until parents take a more organized, proactive role. We have only one parent involved in our so called parent organization. Parents need to be an example and follow rules and procedures. We are a school community and we will only succeed when we are all commited to working together for the benefit of all our children. Education is a tough profession and many of us that work at Boone give our best everyday. Take the time to encourage those who get the job done and speak up at LSC meetings or with the principal about those things/individuals that are not up to the standard you expect. Together we can make a difference.

Posted on Oct 22, 2007
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great atmosphere, great teachers, great playground
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Posted on Jul 7, 2007
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Overcrowding, safety, and discipline issues: rude attitudes are at an all time high here. The students seem more out of control than ever, even in lower grades. Administration tries to deal with issues, but students in need of immediate attention seem to still slip through the cracks. Acting out children do not always seem to receive the help they need within a reasonable time. There is a high tolerance for inappropriate behavior. This was a fine school with great teachers but it definitely needs an overhaul in the administration. My child was so relieved to be moved from this school. He now is joyous when leaving his new school.
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