we moved here from NJ a year ago and we are thrilled with Matthews Elem. in NJ our children were in private school and we found Matthews Elem to provide a wonderful enviornment and academics. Our children have surpassed their NJ classmates in reading and math. The Principal and staff are focused on
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Posted by a parent on 07/24/09
We moved here from Ohio and have 4 children that attend Matthews Elementary and we can't say enough good things about this school. Dan Witt, the principal, knows all 4 of my children by name and always takes the time to speak with parents. Ms. Marafino teaches Kindergarten and is one of the best teachers
... Read more I know. She cares for her students as if they were her own and it shows in her classroom. There are so many great parents in the community and you will find many of them volunteering their time at school events and in the classrooms. I believe that my children have received a wonderful education at Matthews Elementary. My oldest son and daughter both scored perfect on their EOG's this year for math and reading and I think the school deserves some of the credit for helping them achieve such high marks. A 5 Star School! Read less
Posted by a parent on 06/29/09
As parents of two children, one who is a high funtioning autistic child, there are not enough great words to describe how awesome this school is. The principal is the best man you could want in your childs life. His name is Mr. Witt. As parents we feel it is because of him that the teachers and staff
... Read more are just as great as him. We wish our kids had started there from kindergarten. Our story dealing with other area schools is too long to tell in this review. We know you do not know us,so if you can PLEASE trust Mathews is the best that you will encounter in the Carolinas. Both of us being from N.Y., attending some of the best public and private schools in the country still do not compare to Mattews Elementary! And a special Thank You Mrs. Carroll, who made a difference in our childrens lives. Read less
Posted by a parent on 06/02/09
We just moved from New Jersey, I have found that this school deserves it accredited rating. First of all, my son Michael had Mrs. Kiger, 3rd grade, and i believe she taught my son more in one year than he learned in all his school years, strategies! Dan Witt, the principle, is a kind and caring man,
... Read more who although busy, when you speak with him, he is everything a principle should be, kind, compassionate and very interested in the well being of your child. As for some of the reviews that were negative as far as the test scores, those comments in my opinion, are reckless This is state mandated, whether you're in the north or the south, it's not the teacher's or the principal's fault for doing their job to the best of their ability, take it up with the state. This school gets 5 stars! sheila appello Read less
Posted by a parent on 06/01/09
We just moved from New Jersey, I have found that this school deserves it accredited rating. First of all, my son Michael had Mrs. Kiger, 3rd grade, and i believe she taught my son more in one year than he learned in all his school years, strategies! Dan Witt, the principle, is a kind and caring man,
... Read more who although busy, when you speak with him, he is everything a principle should be, kind, compassionate and very interested in the well being of your child. As for some of the reviews that were negative as far as the test scores, those comments in my opinion, are reckless This is state mandated, whether you're in the north or the south, it's not the teacher's or the principal's fault for doing their job to the best of their ability, take it up with the state. This school gets 5 stars! sheila appello Read less
Posted by a parent on 06/01/09
We just moved from New Jersey, I have found that this school deserves it accredited rating. First of all, my son Michael had Mrs. Kiger, 3rd grade, and i believe she taught my son more in one year than he learned in all his school years, strategies! Dan Witt, the principle, is a kind and caring man,
... Read more who although busy, when you speak with him, he is everything a principle should be, kind, compassionate and very interested in the well being of your child. As for some of the reviews that were negative as far as the test scores, those comments in my opinion, are reckless This is state mandated, whether you're in the north or the south, it's not the teacher's or the principal's fault for doing their job to the best of their ability, take it up with the state. This school gets 5 stars! sheila appello Read less
Posted by a parent on 06/01/09
Great school. Awesome teachers with tons of parental involvement. I love this school.
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Posted by a parent on 06/01/06
Matthews has excellent teachers and a great deal of parental involvement...sometimes too much. They do need to work on the availability of more extracurricular activities for the children. They could put on more plays and/or programs that require a commitment from the children, not just programs that
... Read more every class participates in automatically. Matthews' teachers, parents and students shold also take part in some type of diversity programs. There is some disparity in that area. Read less
Posted by a parent on 01/04/06
We have had our two children at Matthews for a total of 6 years now, and are very satisfied with their experiences. The teachers have been wonderful - I feel each teacher has contributed in a positive way toward my son and daughter's education. The environnment is positive and the parent participation
... Read more very impressive. I am only disappointed that efforts to have a chess club there have failed. I would love to see it added some day. Read less
Posted by a administrator on 12/02/05
I enrolled my son at Matthews Elementary School for First Grade, he is now in the 4th Grade. His kindergarten experience at another local school was very disappointing. This other public school doesn't even come close to the academic, staff quality and most of all, parent involvement. Matthews has
... Read more an outstanding PTO. You may not be able to have one-on-one time with the Principal; however something is to be said for the amount of parent/teacher participation. I'm very pleased with my son's education at Matthews Elementary! You have to always look at the child, if they're learning and happy then both parent and teacher are doing great! Read less
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Matthews schools — Matthews Elementary School is located at 200 Mcdowell Ave, Matthews NC 28105. 200 Mcdowell Ave is in the 28105 ZIP code in Matthews, NC The school district for Matthews Elementary School is the Charlotte - Mecklenburg School District. Matthews Elementary School is a Public school that serves grade levels K - 5.
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