unfortunately our school has the lowest rating. I blame this on the principle and vice principle who do not support the teachers. They are not fair in allowing all children participation in clubs. Their focus is only on passing sols which unfortunately all schools are doing due to the no child left
... Read more behind act. The superintendant does nothing with the many complaints on this principle even though the writing is on the wall-look haw the turnover is here! So far we have seen one great teacher- Mrs Seftas- if there are more- Iwe haven't seen them. This can be seen in our low scores in this school- we need a new principle to turn it around. Read less
Posted by a parent on 06/24/08
CBB has some wonderful teachers and resource teachers. However, the principal provides no leadership whatsoever. For those parents that have had deal with serious problems, he would rather brush the problem under the rug than problem solve. There is no support with discipline problems and the academic
... Read more programs lack sound thinking. Currently, while CBB has the highest demographics, it has the lowest SOL scores. There are some major problems here, and the guidance counselor is the main person who keeps the school afloat. Read less
Posted by a parent on 12/20/07
I can't say I love or hate CBB. The teachers are really hit or miss. I have been disappointed at times - my daughter had an awful experience with her 4th grade teacher. She was mean and really didn't seem to like teaching at all. We have also had issues with the principle as his leadership.. He doesn't
... Read more handle issues as necessary. He was of no assistance when my daughter was a new student being threatened by her peers. Now my son has been fortunate to have newer teachers who are excited about their profession. So like I said hit or miss at best. I am also disappointed in the lack of after school activities. My son had the choice of Yoga or Nutrition. Wow! Good luck with this one! Read less
Posted by a parent on 09/20/07
Great School! My kids love it. Excellent staff with an outstanding curriculum including music, art, and other activities. The best library in the area. Lots of extracurricular activities for the kids. It is safe, clean, and in a great area. We moved here for this school and are staying in the area
... Read more because of this school as well as the middle and high school. I drive further to work so my kids can be here. You will not be disappointed in Clara Byrd Baker or any school in James City County for that matter. Come be a part of it. You will not be disappointed. Read less
Posted by a parent on 06/01/07
The Principal at Clara Byrd Baker is a very nice person, but has no handle on the many dicipline problems at the school: fights, uncontrolled behavior in the classrooms. In many cases teachers do not even send the kids to the principal's office because they know nothing will be done. While my children
... Read more have had several excellent teachers (most of which have now left the school) a large number of teachers yell at the children and don't seem to like children very much. The school has a Wonderful Art Teacher, Mrs. Christoff, and very active parents. The bottom line is however, with so many ill-behaved students and unhappy teachers - I would not reccommend this school. Read less
Posted by a parent on 05/22/07
CBB is an excellent school and I would highly recommend it to everyone. The leadership is strong, the teachers are highly qualified and very happy to include parents and the administrative staff is wonderful. My children have both blossomed beautifully under the expert and caring guidance of the teachers
... Read more and staff in the last 4 years and they love going to their school. No matter if a child needs extra guidance or is above average, the teachers will respond immediately to help each child grow to his or her full capacity. I am very impressed with the insight, effort and care the teachers put into each individual child. The environment is friendly, very family orientated and professional. We will really miss everyone at CBB when we move next summer and have thoroughly enjoyed being part of this outstanding school for 5 years. Read less
Posted by a parent on 09/18/06
Great school. Great teachers and parents. New school should lower students and help with crowding.
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Posted by a parent on 04/26/06
My son has attended this school for his 6th year now. The administration is excpetional(a very dedicated and 'hands on' approach) Though a big school, it has not affected the personal-ness of the school , nor my sons academic progress. I would recommend this school to anyone who has children. The PTA
... Read more is very involved and works well with administration, and the teachers are top notch. The guidance counselor is superb. An excellent choice in schools. We actually chose this school over a private school. The availability of Band, Chorus Chess Club,etc. is great! We have another child that will be a part of the Baker school in 2 years and we look forward to another long relationship with Baker! Read less
Posted by a parent on 01/14/05
As the parent of two children who attend CBB I can attest to the good experiences my children have had there. The teachers have been extraordinary. The administration and staff have been terrific. There is a fabulous guidance counselor available to students and their families. A very active PTA continues
... Read more to contribute to the greater good of the school. I would have no problem recommending this school to anyone with children. Currently the school is over capacity due to housing developmentin the general area. Thus far it not affected the quality of education my children are receiving. Construction of an eighth elementary school should relieve this problem in the future. Read less
School Profile for Clara Byrd Baker Elementary School
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Enrollment
Programs
Resources
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Student enrollment:
600
Students per teacher:
12
Full-time teachers:
51
Number of classrooms:
40
Arts
Art
Special Education
Gifted Students, Speech/Language Pathologists
Vocational Education
Phys Ed
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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.
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Williamsburg schools — Clara Byrd Baker Elementary School is located at 3131 Ironbound Rd, Williamsburg VA 23185. 3131 Ironbound Rd is in the 23185 ZIP code in Williamsburg, VA The school district for Clara Byrd Baker Elementary School is the Williamsburg - James City County Sd. Clara Byrd Baker Elementary School is a Public school that serves grade levels K - 5.
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