Ruckersville Elementary School

My child is in kindergarten and I feel the class size is unmanageable. Currently, there are 24 kids in the class and they are split into 3 groups based on ability. During math and one of the reading rotations, the highest performing group is placed at an independent table- meaning they are left to teach themselves. This just doesn't work for kindergarten children. This group does get a limited amount of time with the teacher, but in an 7 hour school day, a half hour a day doesn't seem adequate.
--Submitted by a parent

There is limited feedback about your childs progress or behavior until its too late. Children's are placed in the classroom in groups of 5-6, which holds the smarter kids back due to increased distraction, and the teachers expectation for the smarter kid to have to help the not so smart kids. Teaching is strictly based on SOL expectations and not the abilities of the child which also holds the child back.
--Submitted by a parent

My experience with Ruckersville Elementary has been wonderful! I give this school 5 stars. My daughter has been challenged academically and her teachers have always seemed to go the extra mile. When we moved to Greene County 2 years ago, I was very concerned about the schools when compared to Albemarle, but have been very pleased thus far!!
--Submitted by a parent

The academic program is fine, some of the teachers are great BUT the punishments are consistently inconsistent and many of the teachers are lax in their responsibilities on the playground and on the field trips.
--Submitted by a parent

We transferred from a school my daughter disliked to this one. We absolutely love it. The staff is wonderful and they are concerned about each child. I have never had a bad experience with this school. They are great!
--Submitted by a parent

I love this school. It has the best teachers and staff there ever is.
--Submitted by a former student