The teachers are great! My son always looks forward to going to school everyday.
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Posted by a parent on 09/18/09
My daughters started at Carpenter in 2008-09 school year in 1st and 3rd grade. We were coming from a very pricey, exclusive private pre-k-12th grade school in Florida. What we found was a challenging, warm, supportive environment and really wonderful parents, staff, and leadership. Considering the
... Read more crazy growth and budget issues facing the entire district, I think Carpenter is doing an amazing job. And my daughter's first grade teacher was by far the best teacher we have ever encountered at any level. Read less
Posted by a parent on 08/18/09
Carpenter Elementary has an outstanding principal who challenges her staff, parents and students to be their best. She gets things done and has high expectations. We have 2 children who have thrived at Carpenter Elementary School thanks to her leadership.
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Posted by a parent on 02/05/09
My family moved to NC from Georgia where my daughter enrolled at Carpenter Elem. in the fifth grade. Having a spouse in the military and moving from school to school I can say that I have seen the good and the bad. I must say that my daughter is having the best year ever! Her teacher trully cares
... Read more about all of the children in her class not only as students, but also as individuals. She makes learning fun and interactive on a daily basis. Not a day goes by where my daughter does not come home and tell me numerous stories what happens in her class. I admire her teacher and respect the hard work she does each and everyday. Anytime I have a question, she takes the time to explain and follows up whenever possible. Most important, she makes my daughter feel safe and inspired. Great school! Read less
Posted by a parent on 05/30/08
I could not agree more with the comments made about the staff, homework or lack of, not challenging, and uncaring attitude. I have never had a problem with faculty or staff at any of my children's schools until this one. Do not expect the administration to listen to your concerns or issues. Having
... Read more recently moved from another state I have had a lot of concerns regarding this school system and Carpenter certainly did not make the transition any easier.School is very concerned with EOG's and teaching to the median of the class. Teachers are very pleasant however, and truly care about the kids. This school seems about a year behind academically than the public school we came from in another state. Read less
Posted by a parent on 05/07/08
My step son has had many difficulties at this school, the staff are rude to me and his mother and come across as very uncaring. The teachers give him a hard time. His homework has no imagination, and they do not challenge him day to day. If you are looking for this school to be a good one, I would suggest
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Posted by a parent on 03/25/08
My son started kindergarten last year at Carp.Elem and I must say..BRAVO! to his teacher. She manages to create unique learning ciricullum for each child, depending on their potential and skill level to help them suceed and not get bored. I do not feel like my son is in Kindergarten, just coming home
... Read more with homework to read. He actually gets homework in math, reading, spellings, science etc. I think this school should be rated 10/10. I love Carp. Elem and I hope they keep up with the good work! Thanks for everything you have done for my son to make his first year at big school such a memorable one! Read less
Posted by a parent on 02/08/08
My daughter has had two of the best teachers I have ever met at Carpenter ES. It is my pleasure to volunteer in my child's class and the teachers and administrative staff are usually very appreciative of the parent volunteers. The cafeteria is spotless and well-run. The carpool line is well-organized.
... Read more Wake County's policy of socio-economic diversity inhibits the level of academic achievement at this school due to the large number of children whose primary language is not English. Read less
* In 2007-2008 North Carolina used End-of-Grade (EOG) tests to assess students in grades 3 through 8 in reading and math. The EOG tests are standards-based, which means they measure how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of North Carolina. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level on the tests.
Student enrollment:
549
Students per teacher:
14
Full-time teachers:
40
Number of classrooms:
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creative and productive thinking, the ability to produce new ideas;
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visual and performing arts, special talents in visual art, music, dance, drama, or other related studies;
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English as Second Language
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Cary schools — Carpenter Elementary School is located at 2100 Morrisville Pkwy, Cary NC 27519. 2100 Morrisville Pkwy is in the Carpenter Village neighborhood and 27519 ZIP code in Cary, NC The school district for Carpenter Elementary School is the Wake County School District. Carpenter Elementary School is a Public school that serves grade levels PK - 5.
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