Rosehill Elementary School

Rating a school based on the race of the students is very inappropriate. It is great to have a diversity in a place where children are being prepared to face the real world. This school has a diverse population of kids, Hispanic, Black, Indian (not Native Americans), Asian, European and of course Caucasian just to name a few; this makes it a culturally rich place. So, bottom line, the school is great, staff is very friendly, efficient and helpful. Teachers are well prepared and do their best, and like in every school, this applies to most of them. If because of lack of education and ignorance you have racism inclinations, you should probably stay away from the public school system.

My son has been attending this school for four full years now, and it's really amazing. I'm kind of in shock about the parent that made a big deal about it being an ESL school, and the possible "social issues" that could occur. This school really is magnificent, filled with great teachers, a caring staff, lots of activities for the students, and a top notch education. This school doesn't judge against those without money, or who aren't fluent in English. They treat everyone equally. Kids are kids, regardless of their parents economic status or skin color. My son was in the Olathe school district previous to this and had more issues with bullying in his one year there than in the four years he's had here!
--Submitted by a parent

FYI to parents, this school is a magnet school for English as a Second Language. According to Shawnee Mission School district statistics, almost 40% of this school is Hispanic, which is grossly disproportionate to the general population. Also, a large population of the school come from economically depressed families, again, which is disproportionate to the general population in this area. With all the potential social issues attributed to this school, I'd recommend avoiding it. But don't take my word for it. Take a look at the school and the district for yourself. You can find the school statistics here: http://svapp15586.ksde.org/k12/building.aspx?org_no=D0512&bldg_no=8842
--Submitted by a parent

This school has an enthusiastic PTA that sponsors many activities throughout the year. Rosehill is one of the largest elementary schools in the Shanwnee Mission district - and one of the most ethnically diverse schools in Johnson County. Rosehill is an ESL center for SMSD and brings kids with new English skills into the general classroom as early as possible. All the kids benefit from this exposure to many cultures and languages. The overall scores in part reflect both the size of the school and the cultural/economic diversity of the student body. The Rocket Reader program is incentivized and has a high participation rate. Math students participate in the Shawnee Mission Pentathlon several times/year starting in 3rd grade. Brenda Boyd is an authoritarian principal, and works closely with the PTA for success. PTA activities 2005 included 70's Dance/Silent auction, Ice cream social, Mexican Fiesta, Moms and Muffins, Dads and Donuts +++.
--Submitted by a parent

I went here and it is an awesome school! Theya re great, all except a few teaches. Everyone is so involved and it is an amazing learning facility.
--Submitted by Annie Hogan, a former student