Lee A McShan Jr Elementary School

Based on a primary example, I should be giving the school one star but I want to give them the benefit of the doubt because they have so many great, positive qualities. The family engagement is high and the involvement can be seen everywhere. There are so many traditions and customs which unite the school. However the experience of having your child put in a closet as detention for not understanding their work and finishing it alone while their classmates go outside for recess is despicable. Not only was I her parent, but a loyal teacher/staff member. For this reason, I left and would suggest that teachers receive background checks, but more importantly, supervision. Although there are several amazing teachers, it takes only one bad apple. This will forever scar my daughter.

We chose this neighborhood FOR the school.

The school is good and respectful teachers

As a family who values education, partnership, and open communication, our experience at this school ultimately fell short of expectations.While the community presents itself as warm and welcoming, we found that the academic support and resources were limited, particularly when students require differentiated instruction or structured intervention. Rather than offering comprehensive support strategies, retention was presented as a primary solution, which raised concerns for us as parents.Additionally, important conversations regarding our children’s academic future were handled in a way that felt rushed and lacked collaborative tone. We believe educational decisions should be made with families, not positioned as foregone conclusions. As parents, we value being treated as partners in our children’s education, and unfortunately that partnership did not feel consistently present.Having transitioned from a public school environment where our children previously thrived, it became clear that this private setting was not equipped with the level of resources or accountability structures necessary to support their growth.This school may be a good fit for families seeking a small, close-knit environment, but we encourage prospective parents to ask detailed questions about academic resources, intervention strategies, and how student progress concerns are addressed before enrolling.