Waterleaf Elementary

This school overall is decent. However I wish they had more cultural diversity and provide more anti bullying programs/ workshops. There needs to be more black/brown/latinos, theres not enough involvement for the parents, like RARELY. Therefore as a parent you feel left out of your childrens lives. Another factor, is the everyday tests and quizzes these kids have to complete! Seems like the school is worried about their ratings and numbers. One other factor is the teacher shortage, kids get so many teachers and the staff will move the children from one class to another like nothing, for example they change the kids homeroom teacher a lot. Seems very upsetting.

I would like to say yes when asked, "would you recommend this school", however the answer is, "no". There are no words to fully contextualize the amount of dissatisfaction my family and others have and are experiencing with the administration presently in place. The fact that positioned adults target, bully and ostracize their students, and by default their families, without consequence is disgusting. Students and families being afraid to report their legitimate concerns to others is a clear indication of concerning leadership. My child is experiencing symptoms of repeated bullying such as weight loss and lack of appetite, he no longer wants to go to school for fear of being under the administration's microscope. He repeatedly earns AB honor roll, and recently won the school spelling B, an overall great student and person. It is unquestionably an unhealthy environment and my family and I are exploring other resources at this time. Do your child a favor and research this school before taking a leap of faith. Phoebe. S

Where do I even begin? Attending this academy felt less like pursuing an education and more like signing up for an ongoing test of patience. From the moment I started, there was an overwhelming sense of disorder the kind that makes you question how things are supposed to function at all.The academic experience? A confusing mix of unclear expectations and inconsistent structure masquerading as organization. Lessons often felt rushed or poorly explained, leaving more frustration than understanding. It was less about learning and more about trying to piece things together on your own.Support and communication didn’t fare much better. Asking simple questions sometimes felt like an inconvenience rather than a normal part of being a student. A place meant to encourage growth instead felt strangely disconnected.I’m honestly surprised this experience met even the most basic expectations. A learning environment should inspire confidence and clarity not leave students feeling drained and discouraged.