I've dealt with this school for the past 3 years and let me tell you i wouldn't recommend it to noone. Only a couple good teachers, and not challenging at all. Education doesn't seem to be a priority for this school. Most teachers are slackers in this school and staff are there to cover them up. Principal
... Read more is a nice person but makes bad choices on who she has working under her. Parking is very dangerous and PTC leaders, simply don't care in even trying to seek options. Its definetly graded a 3. Very well deserved. Read less
Posted by a parent on 09/28/09
Both my children attended Cottonwood for three years (one still does). I was severely disappointed that sixth grade was discontinued the previous two years, forcing my child and many other 'Coyotes' to attend Cypress Academy (where they were placed in a class with a man who - quite frankly - should not
... Read more be teaching). The icing on the cake is that Cottonwood will be re-establishing sixth grade next year. For parents like me who were dissatisfied with our kids' sixth grade experience at Cypress (trust me, I'm not the only one), this news was upsetting. Additionally, I agree with the parent who said that it was unfortunate that teachers don't attend the evening events. I understand they are not being paid during that time, but it discourages kids from wanting to attend a game night, etc. when they learn their teacher doesn't care enough to be there. Read less
Posted by a parent on 06/09/09
This is a terrible school! Parents are not notified of anything. Children are either disciplined in a very unreasonable manner, or not disciplined at all. The children are not challenged. My child's test scores and acamedic performance dropped significantly after attending this school. It's just
... Read more terrible. Some things going on in the classroom have nothing to do with education, or meeting state standards. Read less
Posted by a parent on 05/22/09
My daughter is now in the 4th grade and has been struggling since she started kinder.Test scores have been low and she continues to struggle up to date, tutoring has been offered after school but due to no transportation it is not possible for her to attend.Her grades are very low and as a concerned
... Read more single parent I asked why she wasn't being held back a grade since I've noticed it's getting more and more challenging for her. I was advised it would be in her best interest to keep her on track with her other classmated since she is so tall for her age.I'm even more concerned & have mixed emotions about this choice.I feel my daughter is not getting the attention she needs and her grades reflect it.Also I agree office staff(attendance)needs to learn to be more professional, but I can't deny my daughter is a proud Cayote. Read less
Posted by a parent on 03/05/09
My children have been going to Cottonwood for 5 years now. The school has been changing alot each year. The front office staff needs to learn to be more friendly, smile it doesn't hurt. The principal can't stand on her own. Get some guts. The teachers are fabulous!! They just need to get more involved
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Posted by a parent on 08/09/08
I am proud to say that my son started @ Cottonwood elementary for the 07-08 school year and we both loved it. Me as a parent got to interact a lot with the students and the teachers, it was great! he will be starting 1st grade in august and will definately be attending cottonwood. Not to mention the
... Read more rest of the staff is very nice and they are all angel fan's wich is a plus. Go Coyotes! Read less
I am a parent of a student who has attended Cottonwood since Kindergarten. She is now in 5th grade. Cottonwood is an awesome school! They do everything they can to help your child succeed. I feel they are the best elementary school in Hesperia. they encourage parent involvement. They keep parents in
... Read more the loop with their childs progress. Academic programs are great. If your child is struggling in an area the teachers are there to help 100%. I am a happy parent with no complaints at all! Read less
Posted by a parent on 04/19/06
Great teachers!! they take time to meet your childs educational needs.
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Posted by a parent on 12/04/04
My children have done very well at Cottonwood. I think the class size for the 4-6 grades is too high. I was surprised to read that Cottonwood is below average for the testing scores. My kids are all happy to be 'Coyotes'.
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Hesperia schools — Cottonwood Elementary School is located at 8850 Cottonwood Ave, Hesperia CA 92345. 8850 Cottonwood Ave is in the 92345 ZIP code in Hesperia, CA The school district for Cottonwood Elementary School is the Hesperia Unified School District. Cottonwood Elementary School is a Public school that serves grade levels K - 5.
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