I wasn't ready to admit my baby was ready for school. I reluctantly went to kindergarten registration, and was amazed! The children are so polite! They all walk on the right hnd side of the hallway. There is staff present to moniter the kids in transition from class to class. The teachers are all very
... Read more nice, and willing to listen to concerns. Mr.Pressley (principal) is great! He sat dow with me, listened to my concerns, and we came up with a plan of action to correct the problem I was having. I like how they offer different electives to the kids (computer, art, character ed, & library). The PE program is outstanding!!! The office workers are great and know the answers to all the questions I have had 9or they find them quickly for me). My only major complaint is carpool security!! Read less
Posted by a parent on 07/17/08
We have recently moved to Tallassee after attending a well-known private school in Montgomery. From the time we first entered the doors to register our child, we were amazed at how friendly and caring everyone was. We all felt we had found our home! Changing schools is never an easy transition for anyone,
... Read more but we could not have asked for a better experience for our child. Thanks to everyone who has and will continue to nurture and teach my child! Way to go Tallassee Elementary! Read less
Posted by a parent on 06/14/07
My girls spent two years at this school and we have nothing but praise for their time spent here. Both have had excellent teachers (Ms. Baswell and Ms. Sanford are great) from homeroom, gym, to TAG. The administration at the school is always helpful and caring. We're now moving out of the area and
... Read more we can only hope that we find another school of this standing. Thanks Tallassee Elementary! Read less
Posted by a parent on 05/23/07
My son's kindergarten teacher (Jamie Aldridge) and his current teacher (Kipp Griggs) embody everything that educators should be. They both have gone above and beyond to meet the needs of my visually impaired child. The principal, Mr. Pressley, is so kind and supportive. My work has allowed me to interact
... Read more with teachers and principals from all over the central part of Alabama. I have rarely come into contact with this caliber of teachers or administrators. Mr. Pressley and his staff do an excellent job of creating a positive learning environment for the children. I couldn't ask for more! Read less
Posted by a parent on 02/21/07
Good school not only in terms of academic performance. They teach children good manners and right conduct.
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Posted by a parent on 09/27/05
I have a child at this wonderful elementary school. Moving from North Alabama 5 years ago we were very impressed with the caring and interest in each child's accomplishments and willingness for each child to excel at this school. Deborah Norton
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Posted by a parent on 01/26/05
I have 5 children in Tallassee's School System and I am also a substitute teacher. All of the teachers I have worked with have been very supportive to the children & very concerned for the children's learning success. I highly suggest Tallassee Schools over the surrounding schools. I've also attended
... Read more Eclectic Schools and they do not stand anywhere in comparison. I try my best to offer help and support to the staff every opportunity that is presented. Read less
Posted by a teacher on 08/11/04
I work at Tallassee Elementary and it is an awesome school. We have the most caring faculty and staff. This is a great place to work.
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Posted by a staff on 08/04/04
I am an intern from Auburn University Montgomery. I am doing my student teaching at this school. The school is a wonderful place to teach, with wonderful co-workers to work with. The principal is a wondeful person who is very supportive. The students here are a good group of children who make this school
... Read more what it is. I have greatly enjoyed working with the students and staff at this school. This is the type of school that I would want my child to attend. Read less
* In 2007-2008 Alabama used the Alabama Reading and Mathematics Test (ARMT) to test students in grades 3 through 8 in reading and math. The ARMT is a standards-based test, which means it measures specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Alabama. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.
Student enrollment:
797
Students per teacher:
14
Full-time teachers:
58
Number of classrooms:
55
Arts
Art
Special Education
Early Childhood Special Needs, Gifted Students, Mentally Challenged, Speech/Language Pathologists
Vocational Education
Phys Ed
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Advanced Placement
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Before/After School
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Gifted and Talented
A school system may identify 10% to 15% or more of its student population as gifted and talented. A brief description of each area of giftedness or talent as defined by the Office of Gifted and Talented:
general intellectual ability or talent - high intelligence test score (usually two standard deviations above the mean), and high levels of vocabulary, memory, abstract work knowledge and abstract reasoning;
specific academic aptitude or talent in one area such as mathematics or language arts;
creative and productive thinking, the ability to produce new ideas;
leadership ability, the ability to direct individuals or groups to a common decision or action;
visual and performing arts, special talents in visual art, music, dance, drama, or other related studies;
psychomotor ability, such as practical, spatial, mechanical, and physical skills.
Vocation/Technical Curriculum
Vocational and/or technical courses offered within a comprehensive school, usually a senior high school.
Special Education Classes
A school or program within a school that provides services and training to students with moderate to severe mental and/or physical disabilities.
Adult Education Classes
Programs offering GED or equivalent courses for adults within regular schools, whether classes are held during evening or daytime schedules.
English as Second Language
English language classes for students whose first language is not English.
Tallassee schools — Tallassee Elementary School is located at 850 Friendship Rd, Tallassee AL 36078. 850 Friendship Rd is in the 36078 ZIP code in Tallassee, AL The school district for Tallassee Elementary School is the Tallassee City School District. Tallassee Elementary School is a Public school that serves grade levels K - 4.
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