The principal is a very hands-on principal. Very good! But honestly, I can't afford this school. When you have more than one child, it's hard when the teachers and PTO ask for stuff. The PTO has so many committees it's quite overwhelming. I think there is such a thing as too much of a good thing. Everything
... Read more is too much. Their fundraisers are unbelievable, the stuff they ask for! Your children don't understand when you can't do everything- it's been a heartbreaking year. This school doesn't promote reading like our other school did,which I thought was wonderful for my boys. To me that's more important than TAKS test. Read less
Posted by a parent on 11/15/06
My family has had the opportunity to see this school flourish. Since opening year 02'-03' my two children have grown to appreciate and have a deeper understanding of: the importance of education, responsibility, respect for others, respect for rules and guidelines, personal confidence in themselves,
... Read more along with sincere encouragement to 'BE THE BEST THEY CAN BE'! Structure within the school has been established and improved upon each year to benefit the students, staff efficiency, parent/ volunteer ease of services, and overall safety procedures concerning our loved ones. I give this school my highest reguards. The education your child receives here is phenominal! Not only cumulitive curricular education, but life skills including the makings of a future generation of responsible community leaders! The extracurricular activities are outstanding in choice and variety. All my praises NSE- keep up the good work! We are proud to be a part of NSE! Read less
Posted by a parent on 07/31/06
I am a parent of a Nichols Sawmill Elementary a great place to be. The teachers are alway helpful when I have a question about my son. I love them. And the principals are great too.
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Posted by a parent on 11/11/05
I can't say enough about nse. I wish you could all come visit us during our morning assembly. It is a great way to get the day started and the kids love it. My son is constantly going around the house singing the school song or saying the school motto. Our volunteers are the best. They really work hard
... Read more to help the teachers and kids. The great thing about our volunteers is that they take the money that is raised and not only buy playground equipment, but they also fill teacher wish lists every year. They put your money to work to better your child's education and fun on the playground. Nse teachers and staff really want each child to reach their full potential and do the best they can do. They care deeply for these kids. I love the nse motto, and it really is true... Nse...A great place to be! Read less
Posted by a parent on 10/04/04
The school volunteers are awesome! The teachers are good also, but I think some of the programs go overlooked like the PPCD and Lifeskills programs. I also think we need more parental involvement and more unbiased staffing. The office personnel are very gossippy and the principals are not very accessible
... Read more when needed to the parents. I really am upset that the district has decided to continue the contracts of some of the staff members. I think the PTO volunteers and board members are wonderful and we could not make it without any of them. Their attitudes are all great and never had any harsh words to say! The class sizes are small which is a benefit! It is a great school but it could be stronger in some areas! Read less
School Profile | Nichols - Saw Mill Elementary School
Test scores
Enrollment
Programs
Resources
TAKS* Test Scores
Grade Level:
Test Year: 2007
Nichols - Saw Mill Elementary School
Magnolia Independent School District
Texas
* In 2006-2007, the Texas Assessment of Knowledge and Skills (TAKS) was used to test students in reading in grades 3 through 9; in writing in grades 4 and 7; in English language arts in grades 10 and 11; in mathematics in grades 3 through 11; in science in grades 5, 8, 10 and 11; and in social studies in grades 8, 10 and 11. TAKS is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Texas. The grade 11 Exit Level TAKS is a high school graduation requirement. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.
Student enrollment:
636
Students per teacher:
14
Full-time teachers:
47
Number of classrooms:
45
Arts
Art
Vocational Education
Phys Ed
Special Education
Speech/Language Pathologists
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Advanced Placement
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Before/After School
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Gifted and Talented
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general intellectual ability or talent - high intelligence test score (usually two standard deviations above the mean), and high levels of vocabulary, memory, abstract work knowledge and abstract reasoning;
specific academic aptitude or talent in one area such as mathematics or language arts;
creative and productive thinking, the ability to produce new ideas;
leadership ability, the ability to direct individuals or groups to a common decision or action;
visual and performing arts, special talents in visual art, music, dance, drama, or other related studies;
psychomotor ability, such as practical, spatial, mechanical, and physical skills.
Vocation/Technical Curriculum
Vocational and/or technical courses offered within a comprehensive school, usually a senior high school.
Special Education Classes
A school or program within a school that provides services and training to students with moderate to severe mental and/or physical disabilities.
Adult Education Classes
Programs offering GED or equivalent courses for adults within regular schools, whether classes are held during evening or daytime schedules.
English as Second Language
English language classes for students whose first language is not English.
Magnolia schools — Nichols - Saw Mill Elementary School is located at 28750 Nichols Sawmill Rd, Magnolia TX 77353. 28750 Nichols Sawmill Rd is in the 77353 ZIP code in Magnolia, TX The school district for Nichols - Saw Mill Elementary School is the Magnolia Independent School District. Nichols - Saw Mill Elementary School is a Public school that serves grade levels K - 5.
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