Brennemann Elementary School

Dear parents, please stop opting your kids out of the IAR test. The low IAR participation rate is what is leading to such a low score for Blaine on this website. This website's scores are used on the redfin website (and probably other similar sites) so these low scores could impact your and my house value. My two kids are proud alums of Blaine, and we all know this isn't an accurate representation of the quality of our school.

I’m a parent of a 7th grader and a 4th grader at Walt Disney Magnet School and we’ve had such a great experience here! The school really goes above and beyond to make sure students are safe and cared for. I've read the previous review about safety, we've had a very different experience. The administration team communicates any incidents that arise immediately and have been very transparent. Communication with families is always clear. I truly feel comfortable every day knowing my kids are in good hands.The academics are excellent, challenging but very supportive. My 7th grader has been pushed to think critically and take ownership of her learning, while my 4th grader is building strong skills and a real love for reading and math. In 7th grade, my child participated in engaging activities such as a mock trial in reading class. The class dressed up as their assigned role and role played a trial. She also enjoys the hands on labs in science. My 4th grade son participated in a book buffet. He made a diorama and included a written response about the book he was reading. Parents were invited, it was really cool to see all of the finished projects. The teachers are amazing and really know how to keep students engaged. What I love most are all the fun, meaningful activities that make learning come alive. My daughter loves the drama club, which gives her a creative outlet and helps her build confidence. Recently they both participated in a move a thon. My son was excited to share how fun it was that they got assigned to walk with their buddy. The school pairs older students with younger ones to participate in fun activities. It really builds a sense of community across the grades.Overall, Walt Disney Magnet is a wonderful school, it’s safe, offers high academics, and really includes many fun activities for children and adults.. My kids are excited to go to school every day, and as a parent, that means everything!

This school will do nothing to protect your child from being bullied. Nor do they make any effort to control the gang problem they have at this school. It has gotten so bad for my child that we had to stop sending them to school. Plus, we had to get lawyers and the police involved for the school to start looking into this issue. Do not send your child here for any reason.

Mccutcheon Elementary school provides and tries their best with students. They have a bond with their children that most schools do not have. They care or their student as if they're are their own, the teachers and staff also understand that most students have home problems. My child went to this school and had perfect grades, as my child grew older she's only progressed. When we talk and the topic of school comes up, she wishes she would've stayed here a while longer than she did. I thank every teacher and staff for caring for my child and her education.

this school is trash. the teachers are mean,everyone is discriminated against, bullying is glorified and victims are punished. do not send youre child to this horrible place to avoid trauma and deppresion. the teachers are terrible, the staff is sexist and mean, and the building is falling apart. they ignore that lots of the students have economic issues and demand 52 dollars a person for field trips that no one wants to go on. most of the teachers dont speak spanish.