It is so diversified and we have great school spirit.
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Posted by a parent on 10/05/09
This really is a good school with potential. I was amazed by how great everybody was faculty and students. I must say, in all the classes I substitute taught, there was a clear sense of respect for their school. The fact that the school is really new and modern doesn t hurt. On first impression, the
... Read more athletics dept., extracurricular groups, elective courses and academia courses were great. I had some great experiences here with active and involved students beyond levels that I have seen at more premier schools in the district. That says a lot about the students and their understanding of leadership and values. Good for Cy-Ridge principals, teachers, and parents. Two negatives: as some schools in the area lack in ethnic minorities, this school lacks in ethnic majorities, thus diversity suffers, and second, the zone lacks a lot of infrastructure and I just don t like the blahhh area. Read less
Posted by a other on 10/03/09
Cypress Ridge is an excellent high school in the Cypress Fairbanks school district. The teachers are caring and hard working. The students are well behaved and have many opportunities to participate in activities. The athletic programs are competitive and respected. I have two children there and
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Posted by a parent on 07/16/09
My daughter went to cypress ridge high school and she loved it! She's going to be a junior next yeAr. I'm glad we transferred her to this school. Her grades are really high and she's in K level and in AP classes. The spirit of this school is two thumbs up and the teachers great. We love cy ridge!
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Posted by a parent on 07/15/09
its pretty nice. the school is pretty much split into 2 halves. the people that succeed. and the people that just don't care. mostly everyone gets along. as long as you don't do anything stupid or rash, of course. (:
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Posted by a student on 04/14/09
Unfair treatment of students by an over-zealous and power hungry administration. Safety and education are not concerns of this schools administration. If you are concerned about your child's welfare and future, beware of this school.
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Posted by a parent on 11/06/08
I am a student that goes to ridge and i think it is a wonderful school. Yes, ridge has its problems, but what school doesn't. I think that since we are really diverse it adds something special to our school. Many people don't like us and they put us down, and i think they just need to not say anything
... Read more at all because they don't see what we see. Walk in our shoes and then you will know how great Cy-Ridge is. Go Rams Go!!! Read less
Posted by a student on 10/10/08
I am very pleased with CyRidge. The leadership is strong and my daughter is very happy there. After attending Truitt Middle School, we were very nervous about CyRidge but we have been pleased all around. My daughter is a Sophmore this year.
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Posted by a parent on 08/26/08
The administrative team performs well, with guidance & protection for the students. The extra-curriculum programs are extremely strong, and several students have been state recognized. However, I had to demerit my score of two stars because the counselors are my greatest problem. They do not take a keen
... Read more interest in the gifted & talented students, and they are not consistent in working hours. Several times this year I have tried to contact my counselor, and most of the time they're 'out' for unknown reasons. I appreciate the efforts they put forth, but some of the students that are taking different paths need better support/assistance- -Concerned student Read less
Posted by a student on 03/26/08
I am a new teacher at Cy Ridge and I am ecstatic with the amount of love and support that floods these halls. The students know they are appreciated, and the staff are always willing to help. The positive environment is reflective of all the hard work the teachers and students are doing everyday.
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Houston schools — Cypress Ridge High School is located at 7900 N Eldridge Pkwy, Houston TX 77041. 7900 N Eldridge Pkwy is in the Fairview Gardens neighborhood and 77041 ZIP code in Houston, TX The school district for Cypress Ridge High School is the Cypress - Fairbanks Independent School District. Cypress Ridge High School is a Public school that serves grade levels 9 - 12.
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