It's a wonderful school. I have two boys, one now in 6th and the other in 3rd. The teachers are fantastic, and there are lots of supportive parents to help out. We feel very lucky to have this school in our neighborhood.
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Posted by a parent on 10/08/09
I have had nothing but a positive experience for my children at Matthew Turner. We have just finished our first week of the new school year, and the kids couldn't wait to get started! It is definitely not a militaristic atmosphere. There are rules and expectations which are needed to have a structured,
... Read more safe, learning experience. Any parent who doesn't see the need for this needs to check themselves. Read less
Posted by a parent on 08/24/09
Yes, there is pressure on the kids from an academic standpoint. Even the the kindergarten students have homework. Many parents are highly active in the school with the support evidenced in the results, test scores, etc. My kids' math and reading capabilities are at least a grade level above what other
... Read more children are doing in Vallejo, Concord or Walnut Creek. Behavioral issues usually start in the home and teachers should not be there to babysit. Read less
Posted by a parent on 08/23/09
I am a parent of three children in this school. I have found this school to be cold, uninformed and downright rude. The teachers I have dealt with are full of superiority and condemnation. There is little understanding and gratefulness for the children or the parental involvement, which is extreme.
... Read more A few of the teachers are wonderful, but it doesn't make up for the rest. Or the curriculum. It is decidedly militaristic with no genuine concern for your child's welfare or wellbeing. I can only imagine the kind of children the parents who have given such positive reviews are like. If you have any behavior issues at all with your child, conditioning, etc....this is definitely NOT the school for you. There is definitely intolerance for anyone who is not in the 'chosen group'. Yes, this school has higher test scores, but the pressure on the kids is not worth it! Sorry. Read less
Posted by a parent on 05/09/09
My son has been at Matthew Turner since kindergarten and we LOVE it. I do not agree with the negative posts by other parents who stated the teachers work well with only the 'highly motivated' children. I work in the classrooms and I have seen some incredible teachers doing an incredible job with ALL
... Read more kids. I have found some children to be very lazy and sloppy but this isn't the teacher's doing...it has EVERYTHING to do with expectations at home and upbringing. The teachers cannot change these children habits when the parents reinforce bad habits at home. It is up to every parent to work with the teachers and their own child to strive for excellence. Read less
Posted by a parent on 05/08/09
My 2 children have attended Matthew Turner since my now 6th grader was in 1st grade (I have a 4th grader attending). I am shocked by the negative reviews given. This is one of the best schools in the district and I couldn't be more pleased. The office staff is fabulous, and really keep the school
... Read more running on track. I've never experienced anyone being unfriendly or uncaring. Yes, the focus is on high achievement, but who wouldn't want their child to succeed? Both of my kids loved the school, and I feel that my 6th grader is doing so well at BMS because of what he learned at MT. You'll never hear me say anything negative - we love this school. Read less
Posted by a parent on 02/20/09
My three children have attended Matthew turner since our move to Benicia in 1997 and we have 6 more years to go. Most of the teachers have been great to work with. My biggest concern was when one of my children was recommended for special. The teacher, speech and reading teachers, and principal were
... Read more fabulous to work with. Very concerned and willing to listen and work my concerns. The principal backed me up many times during confrontations with a particular teacher (who thank goodness is no longer there). I feel that most of the teachers at this school are more than willing to work with parents who have genuine concerns for their children and are willing to be part of the solution rather than part of the problem. I have come across many M. T. parents who are way into how perfect they and their children are. Overall a wonderful school! Read less
Posted by a parent on 08/25/08
I have worked at many schools, and the children at this school are wonderful. There are few playground issues, and aggression is rare. This is a school of happy, healthy kids with involved parents. All children are accepted and given support by the staff. There is a big push toward test scores, unfortunately,
... Read more which comes from the top. Sometimes the district isn't able to provide the best support, perhaps because it is so small, but the teachers at Turner are caring and work very hard. Read less
Posted by a parent on 08/15/08
I too, am very saddened with this school. Many of the posts below echo my feelings exactly. I could have posted them. It feels very militant and as long as you have 'cookie cutter' children, you will have a good experience.
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Posted by a parent on 03/27/07
I am completely shocked at some of these negative reviews. My kids have been at this school since my now 4th grader was in 1st grade. Our experience has been wonderful. Not all teachers need to be 'warm and fuzzy'; as long as my kids are learning & enjoying themselves, that's all that matters. The
... Read more principal is very hands on; with 500 students, she does the best job she can, and I personally think she's wonderful. As for the office staff, if you had to deal with 500 students, 1000 parents and 30 teachers, you might have a bad day, too. I love this school, and am thrilled my children are getting such a great education. Isn't that what it's all about? Read less
School Profile for Matthew Turner Elementary School
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CST* Test Scores
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Test Year: 2009
Matthew Turner Elementary School
Benicia Unified School District
California
* In 2008-2009 California used the California Standards Tests (CSTs) to test students in English language arts in grades 2 through 11; math in grades 2 through 7; science in grades 5, 8 and 10; and history-social science in grades 8 and 11. Middle and high school students also took subject-specific CSTs in math and science, depending on the course in which they were enrolled. The CSTs are standards-based tests, which means they measure how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of California. The goal is for all students to score at or above proficient on the tests.
Student enrollment:
500
Students per teacher:
24
Full-time teachers:
21
Number of classrooms:
25
Special Education
Speech/Language Pathologists
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Gifted and Talented
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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
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Special Education Classes
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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.
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Benicia schools — Matthew Turner Elementary School is located at 540 Rose Dr, Benicia CA 94510. 540 Rose Dr is in the 94510 ZIP code in Benicia, CA The school district for Matthew Turner Elementary School is the Benicia Unified School District. Matthew Turner Elementary School is a Public school that serves grade levels K - 5.
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