St. Albans City Elementary School

Another year of Saint Albans City School -- Thankfully my children will both be in High School in just a few more years. If there was any alternative, they would have been out of this school by now. Some of the teachers are excellent. Some are not. The administration rewards those who are not, and does everything possible to undermine those who are, as well as to undermine parental involvement and support of the students. Discipline issues continue to be grave.
--Submitted by a parent

City School has many wonderful teachers, and a core group of invoplved parents. Unfortunately, this is not enough to overcome a poor administration, a school board in lala land, and a nonexistent currticulum for science and social studies in 7th and 8th grade (not to mention destroyed science lab). In 4 years all of my kids will be out of there. I wish there was an alternative..
--Submitted by a parent

While the teacher's here are quite good, the amount of homework needs to increase to help my bright students keep busy and not be bored! I haven't been impressed with the administration, and have not seen any info regarding getting involved at the school. A weekly informational sheet should come home every week notifying parents and students about events, sports, clubs etc. Being new to the school and the area has not been an easy transition here. I agree with the great school rating of 2, and we're used to "10" schools!
--Submitted by a parent

City school has many hurdles to face. Lack of parental involvement, difficult children (most likely due to the lack of parental involvement in their son/daughter's education), and ever changing discipline measures make this school one that is hard for the children to settle into and learn in. The teachers, however, are engaged and engaging, willing to go above and beyond and are alwasy welcoming to all community members who believe in education. Overall, the school's environment is welcoming and has great talent, it just needs to let that talent shine and support the teachers.
--Submitted by a parent

I can tell that the teachers in this school really put their students first. I found the staff to be very professional and open with the community. The school has a warm climate.

Saint Albans City School is the best K-8 that I have ever dealt with.
--Submitted by a parent

The Seventh Grade Team of Educators is the best I have ever seen. They make the learning environment fun and exciting for children of all levels. Very understanding teachers and people who actually enjoy children. A++! 7th Grade Science and Social Studies teachers are the best I have had in my 16 years of education!
--Submitted by a former student