Cleveland has a very well recognized bi-lingual program. When we enrolled our 3 year old 2 years ago we were told he'd be fluent in spanish by the beginning of his entry into first grade and it has come to fruition. The staff is attentive and accurately keeps us abreast of our child's progress. My only wish is that other programs around the city could use what Principal Mair has constructed as a model for all elementary schools in the city.
—Submitted by a parent

Based upon an earlier reviewer, I thought I would just pick up the telephone and get some background on the school. And best of all, I got answers! I found the staff to be extremely helpful and personable. I pay a LOT of money for day care, and I could hold my breath and turn blue waiting to get someone on the phone or a call back. Just based upon this initial conversation, my experience was a big positive.

The school is not what I thought it was. The staff constantly yells/barks at the children, in all grade levels-PreS-5th grades, to shut up, sit down, come here, etc. They are not allowed to talk in the restaurant. The Home School Association needs work and a audit of the funds. The school is segregated -bilingual track verses English track. Problem children are moved out of classrooms when a tour is going on so that prospective parents won t see them in action. Teacher moral is down and it shows. There have been a few fights this year.
—Submitted by a parent

This school has a strong principal that really loves the school. The teaching staff is consistant and committed to teaching. I love that the some of the same teachers that taught my older son who is now at an excellent public high school in the District are the same teachers that are teaching my youngest son. I also love the special education staff that are committed to what is best for the child and not arguing with the parent like my past experience at another DC Public School. This school is simply excellent and has been a wondeful school choice for two of my children. They are committed to providing an excellent education and they truly love and are committed to meet the needs of each student.
—Submitted by a parent

I have an third grader and Kgn in the Bi-Lang program. The teacher quality is great they actually care and love their job of teaching. As a involved parent in my children education they are not intimidated but welcome it and we work together for the "common good" which is my children education
—Submitted by a parent

I am researching elementary schools for my child. I have called numerous schools, including a few of the more well known public and charter schools in DC. While I cannot yet speak to teacher quality and academic programs, I can say it is the only school where the assistant principal called me back one day after I left a message, and arranged for a parent of a child in the school to call me the following day. At other schools I was told to monitor their webs site for notice of an open house and in some cases the person answering the phone was less than polite. Cleveland does not have a website but if they are willing to give a non-parent a bit of time and attention, it leads me to believe that they are doing the same, if not more, for current parents and children.
—Submitted by a parent

I am a new parent of a first grader and my daughter is in Head Start at Cleveland. So far I am happy of the caring, responsible staff also the enviornment is wonderful w/ the 2 computer labs, library, music room, and gym
—Submitted by a parent

I am a parent of a kindergarten and very pleased with the out come of my childs learning.
—Submitted by a parent

I am a parent of a first grader at Cleveland Elementary school and I rate the school a 9 out of 10. I am very pleased with the teachers and leaders of this school.
—Submitted by a parent