Bayard Rustin Elementary

First three years at Maryvale (English program) have gone great for my kiddo. Ms. G is a world-class teacher, there are tons of afterschool events (talent show, international night, game night, spring fling, etc.), the PTA is active, and the school building itself is new and well-kept. Breakfast at the school is free for all kids and class sizes are low - 15 students in my kid's class - though surely other grades aren't quite that lucky. 5 stars; would recommend.

I've had the pleasure of watching my child grow from a young student to a confident fifth grader at this amazing school. What I love most is the strong sense of community - we know each other, bump into each other in the neighborhood, and even swim together! The after-school programs are fantastic, and my family has learned so much about diversity, empathy, and social issues. My child will grow up understanding and appreciating differences. The teachers are caring and dedicated, and the nurse is particularly special - she genuinely prioritizes the kids' safety and well-being. I'm grateful for this school and the values it's instilling in my child.

What a sham. Subpar education, all the good teachers/staff left, JDS can’t keep them. How your child is treated depends on how involved/connected you are. If you aren’t volunteering, working, donating etc to the school your child will be a second class citizen. Forget about trying to get the school to help you if you want to move classes or make changes, the automatic go-to response for any concerns is gaslighting parents by saying everything is great no problems. If your kid gets bullied ( which is a MASSIVE problem) they don’t do anything. Again go-to gaslight routine. Absolutely worst school ever. Nothing good there. We only went because of discount and I can’t wait to get my kids out.

worst school. please please do not put your kid into this school. the school doesn't provide help for kids that actually need it and don't listen to the kids at all. this is a Muslim school and you are failing to show that. there are so many complaints on the principal, on the teachers. I heard only 1 good teacher in this school. there was a teacher who cussed at a student, and made his students take attendance without DOING IT, which is his job. the education might be good if your kid wants to be stressed everyday and never free and gets unmotivated. barely any time to do the homework and there is so much homework even starting from a lower grade. I don't know what makes you think cramping up homework and giving it to young and old students is a good idea. are you dumb? do not put your children in here and the tuition is just baffling. I get you're poor but you are not using the money the right way. I hope Allah forgives you and your school gets shut down.

This is a very engaged, welcoming community of parents and students that play an active role in their experience and education. We have absolutely loved our daughter’s experience at CES and are very happy here. The teachers, including all the specials teachers, genuinely care about your child and want to provide a wonderful learning environment for them. There are many things the school does to ensure that each child is being appropriately challenged and our daughter has made amazing progress in all areas - language arts and math specifically. 10/10!

St. Elizabeth Catholic School provides a truly strong foundation for both academic success and personal growth. What stands out most is its emphasis on faith, values, and character- students are encouraged not just to excel in the classroom, but to be kind, respectful, and thoughtful individuals. There’s a genuine sense of community, and it’s clear that shaping good people is just as important as strong academic outcomes.Academically, the standards are high and students are challenged in a supportive environment. Teachers are dedicated, approachable, and genuinely invested in helping each child succeed. Classrooms feel structured yet encouraging, and students are motivated to do their best.The school is also very safe and welcoming, with strong communication between staff and families. Parents are included and valued as partners in their children’s education, which makes a big difference.One area for improvement would be additional in-house resources for students who need extra support, such as those with ADHD. While the school does provide support, it is often outsourced, which can sometimes make access less seamless for families.Overall, St. Elizabeth is a wonderful school that nurtures both the mind and the character of its students. I would absolutely recommend it to families looking for a values-based education with strong academics.