Public | PK-5 | 519 students |
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Based on 21 ratings
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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.
I could not be happier at High Plains. The "High Five" program (rewarding and emphasizing positive behavior) is unique and great for all students. My kids love going to school and the teachers are wonderful.
The teachers are great at High Plains. Most of them really care about the students. Leadership is not innovative, doesn't look for ways to improve the school for the students, just trying to be non-controversial. The atmosphere is not positive. Students are segregated openly based on their perceived academic ability. There is little support for an average student. They are typically the forgotten student as most of the focus is on children with special needs and those designated as G& T (gifted and talented). Bullying is pervasive on the playground. Parents may comment they haven't seen it, but most have and considering there was an incident in 2010 that was televised, can they really continue to be in denial? There is decent parent involvement. Seems to be the same parents all the time. There is definitely favoritism toward the parents who have the time to volunteer- no job or part time jobs. All schools have positives and negatives, all in all, I would rate this school average.
I would highly recommend High Plains. It is a great elementary school for children with a wide range of abilities, interests, and learning styles. The parent/teacher/staff community is welcoming and very active. The school leadership is strong. The school is well run, consistent, and first rate. I have had 3 children attend High Plains. My oldest started in 1999 and is now a Junior at Creek. My second child attends Campus. My youngest is currently in 4th grade. We've seen many changes at HP in the last decade. The school remodel is wonderful. The English as a 2nd Language program is good. Children are quickly integrated into the school.
I have 2 children at High Plains and we have had nothing but wonderful experiences there. The environment is very welcoming. The teachers are excellent and the curriculum is designed to meet the needs of the different levels of learners. My children have never been teased or bullied at school.
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