this scool is awesome my daughter goes here when she first started here she said it felt like home . she said she felt like she knew everyone there for years she was just so comfortable when she started in 4th grade
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Posted by a parent on 05/20/09
2007 was my oldest son's first year at PES! He was in the 2nd grade and he loved it! He was in the Decatur City School the previous years and I have never been as pleased as I was this past year! He will be going into the 3rd grade this year and my youngest son will be starting kindergarden! I am
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Posted by a parent on 07/18/08
I have a daughter that went to PES and is now at PJHS. I was very pleased with the educational experience we had at PES. The leadership is strong on all levels. I can honestly say I felt she was receiving a top notch education. The only reason I didn't give the school 5 stars is because there is
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Posted by a parent on 10/26/07
Priceville Elementary is a wonderful school. It has a loving and concerned staff that is ready and willing to meet the needs of the students. We just recently moved to the area from another state and I found the 'transfer experience' to be a very pleasant one for both my child and myself. The community
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Posted by a parent on 02/26/07
I think PES is an outstanding school. The administration and teachers all do a great job. My child is receiving a great education. I think the principal is a strict disciplinarian but she is fair and treats all the children with respect. The atmosphere at the school is warm,friendly and inviting.
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Posted by a parent on 12/12/06
As an involved parent and community member of Priceville Elementary School, I am very pleased with the school's overall performance and leadership. Mrs. Knowlton, the current principal, is actively making changes to benefit the students! Her changes have included traffic control in morning & afternoon
... Read more pick-up that have not made her popular with some parents, but it has insured the safety of our children at Priceville! When I have been on campus, the principal is seen in the hallways, classrooms, and playgrounds -- she knows what is happening on her campus! I am also very pleased that Priceville is in the process of becoming an ARI school and putting a huge emphasis on reading! Every child's success depends on being able to read! Cheers to Priceville Elementary for a great job! Read less
Posted by a parent on 12/12/06
This school seems to be growing by leaps and bounds. I believe the teachers are of the highest quality and strive hard to reach ALL of our children. My children have attended schools in three different states, and I cannot think of one that is comparative to Priceville Elementary. I feel blessed to
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Posted by a parent on 11/20/04
This is a top school! the teachers work hard. Each goes beyond what is expected. We have a teacher of the year and many teachers who have been recognized nationally and internationally with awards and attention. We also have teachers who are working to become nationally board certified. I have not
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Posted by a parent on 10/27/04
I love this school. The administrators, teachers, and staff are all wonderful. We are so fortunate. Most importantly, my daughter loves it!
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Posted by a parent on 08/19/04
We think this school is wonderful we have a granddaughter that attend here & we wish our other 3 grandchildren could go here to it's a great school
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Decatur schools — Priceville Elementary School is located at 438 Cave Springs Rd, Decatur AL 35603. 438 Cave Springs Rd is in the 35603 ZIP code in Decatur, AL The school district for Priceville Elementary School is the Morgan County School District. Priceville Elementary School is a Public school that serves grade levels K - 5.
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