I was surprised to know that my first grader (transfered from another state) was watching TV in the classroom while eating snack. I limit time in front of the TV at home and encouraging free play outside, while he is sitting there in the darkened room eating mindlessly while watching TV. Why not give
... Read more them more recess? Why can't they have more free play time then? When somebody tells me they need more time at school to do better, I think they should use the time they are at school in a better way. The previous school he attended in another state could be seen as 'lower quality' because of its location, but I felt it was more wellrounded than this. We based our house hunting on the school reputation, and I am not as pleased as I hoped to be. Read less
Posted by a parent on 10/27/09
Like many of the others who have posted, I am disappointed in GES. I know what it used to be and it was grand! Now, unfortunately that isn't the case. I have 2 children at GMS, 2 at GES, and one in preschool. I've made up my mind that we are going to do private school for the younger 3 next year.
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Posted by a parent on 10/20/09
This school is definitely not what it used to be. Five years ago, I would have given it a 5 stars. I am a long time parent of GES and have been involved in GSCA and the Grassland community. Not sure what's going on with administration and programs, but definitely not the same quality of education that
... Read more was available from GES a few years ago. Parent Orientation nights have been this week and I've been very disappointed by the structure of the educational program. I miss the old GES! Where are the standards? This is Williamson County for Pete's sake, we;ve got some of the highest standards in the nation. Why doesn't GES reflect this? Read less
Posted by a parent on 08/26/09
I have one child who just began 5th grade and one who just started Kindergarten at Grassland Elementary. I know it is early in the year, but I am not at all impressed with the kindergarten program at all. We are trying to give it a chance, but may have to end up switching to a private school. The overall
... Read more program seems weak. When my oldest was in Kindergarten, we had a wonderful experience! We were hoping for the same teacher this time around, however, that particular teacher quit teaching 2 years ago to stay home with her new baby. The other teachers are nice, but don't seem to have the 'whole package' (professionalism, enthusiasm, love, etc.) So far, the fifth grade program seems OK. Only time will tell because I've heard from other parents that it is actually the weakest of all the grades at GES. Read less
Posted by a parent on 08/18/09
Not as good as many other schools in the area. Great classroom teachers, extremely poor in the arts (physical education, music, art, and guidance are a joke). Principal is cordial, but cold. I'd like to see her a little more outgoing. Assistant principal is awesome! A lot of parent involvement!
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Posted by a parent on 08/14/09
PART 1 I am a parent of 4 - all of which have gone through or are still going to Grassland Elementary. I am very involved in GSCA and many other school functions. The best asset that this school has is its teachers. That's why we have continued sending our children there. The teachers really love what
... Read more they do and are among the best in their field of profession! Administration is OK -nice, but somewhat impersonal and distant. I'd like to see them be more out-going and affectionate, but can't really complain. I do however have 2 complaints about this school. First of all it is not very clean. The custodial staff is contracted by Williamson County Schools and comes in at night to clean. They do not do a good job at all. The teachers who have clean rooms only have them because they do it themselves! Read less
Posted by a parent on 08/03/09
I am a parent of 4 children who have attended/ are still attending GES. I am very involved in GSCA and the Grassland community. The best asset to this school is most definitely it's teachers! They clearly love what they do and are some of the best in their profession. Administration is nice, but impersonal
... Read more and quite distant. I wish there was more warmth there, but I can't complain. However, I do have 2 complaints! First, this school is very dirty! The custodial staff are contracted by the district and work at night. They do a horrible job! The teachers who have clean rooms only have them because they do it themselves. This is a shame! Secondly, the related arts program is very substandard. Art, music, and P.E. definitely need work - and I don't foresee any changes soon. At least nothing has changed in the 7 years we've been here. Read less
Posted by a parent on 08/03/09
This school isn't really what it is made out to be. From all appearances it looks wonderful, but I have been a parent there for 8 years and have had 3 kids go through the school. I've been very involved there, and even served on GSCA board. I know what goes on behind the scenes. I know there are ALOT
... Read more better schools in Williamson County. Don't get me wrong, there are some of the best teachers at GES, but overall, the structure is not up to par. Read less
Posted by a parent on 11/03/08
We are so pleased with GES. We previously attended private schools and this is even better. The parent involvement is the best I've seen and parents always feel welcome and appreciated. Academics are great. Science club, DI, etc for extracurricular academics. The AR program has been helpful for us
... Read more to know if we are providing our children with books at their appropraite reading level (and proving to them that it's time to bump it up a notch.) The facilities are the best we've seen. Wide, open hallways with pretty murals. Large, bright classrooms with their own restroom and exit door. Large, well-equipped computer lab. Faculty turnover is incredibly low. The only drawback, to me, would be no foreign language, but for the $11-12K/child we are now saving, we can hire a tutor. Take a tour and see for yourself. Read less
Posted by a parent on 09/19/08
Excellence in academics; poor in arts; few extracurricular activities.
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* In 2007-2008 Tennessee used the Tennessee Comprehensive Assessment Program (TCAP) Achievement Test to test students in grades 3 through 8 in reading/language arts, math, science and social studies, and in grades 5 and 8 in writing. The results for reading/language arts and math are displayed on GreatSchool profiles. The results are for all grades combined for each subject and reflect the performance of students enrolled for the full academic year. The TCAP is a standards-based test that measures specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Tennessee. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level.
Student enrollment:
710
Students per teacher:
17
Full-time teachers:
42
Number of classrooms:
33
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Brentwood schools — Grassland Elementary School is located at 6803 Manley Ln, Brentwood TN 37027. 6803 Manley Ln is in the 37027 ZIP code in Brentwood, TN The school district for Grassland Elementary School is the Williamson County School District. Grassland Elementary School is a Public school that serves grade levels K - 5.
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