GreatSchools Rating
Teacher quality
Principal leadership
Parent involvement
My children attended a few years ago. The teachers were excellent and worked very hard. I do wish that Carroll County, as a school system, had a more developed GT program that started in elementary school, as Howard County does. The once-a-week GT program included some fun and challenging lessons, but if Carroll County is going to be competitive we need GT math starting in fourth grade. I agree that the front office staff is unfriendly. Since they're the first ones to greet people, I think friendliness should be in the job description!
I have two children who have attended Piney since Kindergarten and while the school has been academically superior to many their attitude toward my family has been an absolute turn off. We have endured threats of suspension and other severe disciplinary action for minor infractions that most kids are guilty of. While I do feel that some of the staff has taken interest in my kids' success, most of the time the staff treats us like we are misfits. I am a single parent and have often felt looked down on. I've also had several moments when I've felt that some employees in the front office are very condescending and judgemental, often making me and other parents feel that we are intruding on them just by being there. I would only recommend Piney to families whose kids are uncommonly well behaved and don't lack special attention.
Piney Ridge is an awesome school! Our daughter is in 2nd grade and absolutely loves it. Her teachers have been very involved in her success and have taken extra time and effort to help her in areas that she needed help in. They are very open to parent communication and involvement. We have a new principal this year and she is very involved and approachable for both parents and students alike. The PTA is very active and there is always something going on! Our only complaint is that the campus is small and while the school is only slightly over crowded (not bad in today's society) parking is very limited for special days. And that really has nothing to do with the quality of education! Wouldn't trade it for any other school in the county--or the state for that matter!
My girl is in the 5th grade. She does not want to leave this school at all! For all new children I would choose this school. It's kid friendly! But I no they don't like the school lunch because it's to short. They teach at great levels. Piney Ridge is a great place to learn!
Piney Ridge is a wonderful school. My son is now in second grade and he is happy and thriving in his learning. This school has some of the caring and in tuned teachers I have ever seen.
Community ratings and reviews do not represent the views of GreatSchools nor does GreatSchools check their accuracy or verify the reviewers' identities. Use your discretion when evaluating these reviews.
The Community Rating is the school’s average rating from its community members (e.g., parents, students, and school staff). The highest possible rating is five stars; the lowest is one star.
6315 Freedom Ave
Sykesville,
MD 21784
Phone: (410) 751-3535
Thank you! You will begin to receive newsletters from us shortly.
Great work! Only one more step. Now we just need you to verify your email address. Please click on the link in the email we just sent you to complete your registration.
Great work! Only one more step. Now we just need you to verify your email address. Please click on the link in the email we just sent you to submit your review.
Please click on the link in the verification email we just sent you to complete your change of email address.
Whoops! It looks like we still need to verify your email. To do so, please click on the link in the email we sent you. Can't find the e-mail? Click the button below and we'll send you a new one.
Thanks for registering. Welcome to GreatSchools, the largest online community committed to improving educational outcomes through parental involvement.
Thanks for verifying your updated email address.
Oops! You haven't verified your email address yet. To do so, please click on the link in the email we sent you. Can't find the email? Click the button below to receive a new one.
Oops! That email verification link has expired. Please click the button below to receive a new one.
Join GreatSchools to participate in the parent community and other discussions on our site.
Your review has been posted to GreatSchools.
Share with friends! Post your opinion of Piney Ridge Elementary School on Facebook.
Welcome to GreatSchools!
For principals and school officials, we offer a special Enhanced School Profile (ESP) which allows you to update and add information about your school, as well as respond to reviews. If you are a school official, click Continue to start.
Please note that it can take up to 48 hours for your comment to be posted to our site. While you're here, we'd like to invite you to fill out a survey on your school's programs, activities, and extracurriculars. It only takes a few minutes and will help parents get a full picture of your school.
Continue to compare the schools you have already selected or Edit schools to change your selection.
Get started now! You have successfully registered and can now start updating your Official School Profile. The information you provide is extremely valuable in helping parents and students learn more about your school, so thanks for taking the time!
Thank you for registering as a school leader. We just need to verify your email address. We've sent you an email - please click on the link in that message to get started editing your school's information!
