Why do you love Horace Mann Elementary School? The teachers are wonderful and there is a lot of parental involvement.
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Posted by a parent on 11/03/09
We're new to the school this year, but I like the strong parent involvement. My son enjoys his days at school and is excited to attend Horace Mann Elementary!
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Posted by a parent on 10/06/09
My son has had a great first year at HMS. Not only has he learned the basic skills required, but he's also learned how to be a respectful and caring community member. With such a diverse population all around us, it is so important to learn to appreciate and care about others, no matter their background.
... Read more The teachers at Horace Mann nurture these important life skills. Also, the implementation of the International Baccalaureate Primary Years Program's Inquiry-based learning has provided much needed context to the basic skills my son is learning in his class. He has become much more aware of the world around him as a result of this style of teaching and is coming to understand the interconnectedness of the various subjects. Also, Horace Mann's foundation and parent association is providing much needed financial and volunteer support that is going to be key in any great school in California. Read less
Posted by a parent on 05/21/09
I have two children that attend this school. My son has been doing well and has had for the most part good teachers. Now my other boy, is a different story. He has a learning disability and the school has made it impossible for my child to get tested for learning disabilities (others than the one
... Read more he already has). I am very dissapointed in the way my son and I have been treated by the staff (including principal) at this school. This is an okay school if you have a child that is perfect or almost perfect and never has any issues. However, if you have a child that needs a little extra help or has any type of learning disabilities then this is not the school you want to take your child to. They will not help you in any way or manner. Read less
Posted by a parent on 04/10/09
This is my third grader's third school, and so far, his experience has been excellent, both with the faculty and the after-school staff. He finally feels at home at HMS!
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Posted by a parent on 10/30/08
Our family has been very happy at Horace Mann. The sense of community at the school is amazing! Parent volunteers have initiated an art docent program, organized a science fair, and are working on a garden project among other exciting programs and activities, such as monthly family activity nights.
... Read more In addition to these parent led programs, there are also many afterschool programs that include a language class, cultural class, and there has been a folkloric dance class and choir as well. My son has been challenged academically throughout his four years at the school. Last year his entire second grade class was doing so well in math, they started working on third grade math. Horace Mann really offers the whole package...a well rounded education, lots of parent involvement, dedicated teachers, and many opportunities for kids to explore new things. Read less
Posted by a parent on 08/29/07
My Kinder student is thriving in his class. All grade level teachers work together to ensure that all children's needs are meet. Students are divided among three reading groups: advanced, gradelevel and needs extra support. The advanced students are being challenged. After reading a book, students
... Read more take a comprehension test on the computer and receive points for correct answers. Kids are getting introduced to the computer, understanding the importance of truly comprehending what they've read and feel a since of accomplishment as they see their point totals rise. It's a great reading program that the whole school participates in. Read less
Posted by a parent on 03/27/07
My daughter has had a wonderful year as a kindergartner at Horace Mann. She is in the top of her class and improves every day! She is constantly challenged to learn more, but she is never stressed. She loves going to school and plays with every child in her class. The kindergarten teachers at Horace
... Read more Mann are dedicated to their classes but also teach as a team and treat all the kindergartners as their own students. There is a very balanced and safe feeling at the school. We look forward to my daughter's and son's future years at Horace Mann! Read less
Posted by a parent on 03/27/07
We are extremely pleased with the academic structure of the school and the progress our children are making at Horace Mann. In addition, Horace Mann is a true 'community' where everyone knows and respects one another, and a place where the dedication to the welfare, safety and success of every student
... Read more is shared by staff, parents and teachers. As the test scores indicate, despite what many consider to be constraints of test score improvement, Horace Mann continues to post scores reflecting the academic focus of the principal and staff. My sons play supervised sports there every day, one of my sons took a survey of the Japanese language this fall and my other son thinks of the school as his second home. There is still a lot of work to do, but I feel my children are challenged at Horace Mann to learn and to become positive members of a community. Read less
Posted by a parent on 03/27/07
My family is very happy with Horace Mann. We are pleased with the overall education, speaking as a parent of above average children. The community is excellent, the teachers devoted, and the educational experience comprehensive. The campus has a very positive, safe, and inviting feel to it. There is
... Read more always room for improvement, but this school keeps getting better and better. Read less
* 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:
547
Students per teacher:
25
Full-time teachers:
22
Number of classrooms:
23
Special Education
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English as Second Language
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San Jose schools — Horace Mann Elementary School is located at 55 N 7th St, San Jose CA 95112. 55 N 7th St is in the Central San Jose neighborhood and 95112 ZIP code in San Jose, CA The school district for Horace Mann Elementary School is the San Jose Unified School District. Horace Mann Elementary School is a Public school that serves grade levels K - 5.
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