R. V. Kerr Elementary School

6
11 reviews
Grades
PK-5
Students
393
Type
Public

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My son was recently a student at Kerr, and I have to say that my initial thoughts visiting the school was only re-enforced by the experiences my son had while there. I am of the opinion to give everything/everyone a chance, that school of thought was challenged to say the least. When you walk into the halls the odor of old urine is everywhere, this drifts into the classrooms as well. The caliber of teachers at this establishment are very low and they do not seem interested in establishing a relationship with the parents, let alone give individualized help to students who would ask it of them. There is very little, if any, policing of the classroom and this has lead to certain students being allowed free reign to do what they please, to whom they please. I don't know if that is because the teachers are afraid of the children's parents/family, or because they truly don't care; either way is negligent. The "No Child Left Behind" bill has allowed schools like this to flourish by shuttling kids through grades simply for the sake of not having to deal with them next year. There is not just physical bullying either, threats are commonplace as well. The administration of the school does not seem bothered in the least by this either. This school should have a disclaimer included on its registration papers, that way everyone who signs their little ones up for school here can be properly forewarned. For as bad as we, my child and I, have had an experience here, I know there are even more children going through these injustices. So I implore you, if you are looking for a school to send your little one to, please choose a different one. Even if you have to get an extra job and shuttle your child to a private school or use a relatives address to be able to enroll in a better school. I am thankful that we could afford private school in lieu of Kerr. Please take this review as mine and mine alone, however, I have read other reviews on here and believe that I am not the only one with these view(s) of Kerr. Have a good day and thanks for reading the entirety of my review and have a great day.
Posted by a parent on 10/28/2022
Yes the school have bad smell and old but they tried to fix this issue. The teacher tried there best to give the kids best education they can have. My child is straight A's student and she loves the school and her teacher.
Posted by a parent on 6/27/2017
First of all the school smells badly and is very old. Classrooms are very small and they pack them to the brim with students. My daughter went from creating lifelong friendships and all A's at her highly rated school to suicidal, below average to low grades, and constantly being bullied. Don't even try to get a transfer unless you're a minority, they won't approve it.
Posted by a parent on 6/19/2017
The school smells like urine very badly. Do not expect any parent teacher conferences or homework from your child. There is zero communication with parents.
Posted by a community member on 5/15/2017
My son attends Kerr and we love it. Teachers and staff are Great. We have never had a problem.#GOKERR
Posted by a parent on 12/22/2016
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Bossier City schools - R. V. Kerr Elementary School is located at 1700 Airline Drive, Bossier City LA 71112. R. V. Kerr Elementary School is in the Bossier Parish School District. R. V. Kerr Elementary School is a Public school that serves grade levels PK-5.

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